IND vs WI: Fans go gaga as KL Rahul registers his 11th century on Day 2 of the first Test

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India took firm control of the opening Test against West Indies at Ahmedabad, with KL Rahul‘s sublime hundred on Day 2 setting social media abuzz. With a steady partnership and tight bowling, the hosts established a commanding position in this high-stakes encounter.

The 1st Test between India and West Indies at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad began with high expectations, and by the end of the first session on Day 2, Indian fans witnessed something special from Rahul. After the early loss of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahul displayed unflappable composure and elegant stroke play. His 11th Test hundred, marked by a graceful whip past midwicket off Roston Chase, was met with raucous applause from a packed house. The moment Rahul removed his helmet and soaked in the crowd’s admiration symbolized a resurgence for the seasoned opener, bringing up his second Test century on Indian soil.

Rahul built his innings with classic textbook shots and unhurried temperament. He reached the landmark in 190 balls, striking twelve boundaries while keeping the scoreboard ticking without ever looking rushed. His partnership with Shubman Gill stabilized India’s innings after Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan’s early departures. During the morning session, Rahul played particularly well against spin and rotated strike efficiently to keep the momentum going. Rahul’s embrace of wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel after reaching the ton showcased the camaraderie that has been a feature of India’s recent home dominance.

KL Rahul’s average has got a booster since England tour. Brilliant 💯 at home. More responsibility as a senior player working for him? May be.

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 3, 2025

Patience, discipline and remarkable consistency. When he gets in, he makes it count. Well played @klrahul 👏🏻 #INDvWI

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) October 3, 2025

When it's game time, KL Rahul just never disappoints! Congratulations on the century!! 👏👏🔥

— Markos.DU (@markos_du) October 3, 2025

11TH TEST HUNDRED BY KL RAHUL.

– Cute celebration of Kl Rahul 2.0 in Test Cricket.♥️

— MANU. (@IMManu_18) October 3, 2025

11TH TEST HUNDREDS FOR MR CRISIS MAN OF INDIA, KL RAHUL. 🙇‍♂️

– The beautiful celebrations from Class KL. ❤️🥹

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) October 3, 2025

Class KL Rahul Celebration For the Hundred West Indies Against 11th Test Hundred

— Sahil Singhadiya (@SahilSinghadiya) October 3, 2025

KL Rahul 💯 #indvswitest

— Beautiful Soul (@CricketIndia458) October 3, 2025

Kl Rahul Scored Century At Home After 9 Years. #INDvsWI

— SARPANCH (@Jot_855) October 3, 2025

KL is not proving anyone wrong.

KL RAHUL is Proving Himself RIGHT.

— Jyotirmay Das (@dasjy0tirmay) October 3, 2025

THE CELEBRATIONS OF KL RAHUL AFTER COMPLETED HIS HUNDRED. ❤️

— आशुतोष (@bakaitbaaz) October 3, 2025

A 100 moment.Calm. Composed. Classic KL Rahul. 💯#KLRahul #Century #Rahul100 #IndvsWI

— SAHIL NAGPAL (@Pavilionpulse) October 3, 2025

KL Rahul hits his 11th "KLass" Test century and a second one against West Indies#klrahul #indiacricketteam #INDvsWI #INDvWI

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 3, 2025

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By lunch on Day 2, India had reached 218 for 3 in 67 overs, with Rahul gone for 100 and Jurel providing dependable company on 14. The home team led by 56 runs at that stage, seizing the advantage after bowling out West Indies for 162 in the first innings. For West Indies, Jayden Seales and Chase picked up wickets, but the visitors struggled to make further inroads as the morning wore on.

Earlier, Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah’s combined seven-wicket effort ensured West Indies never got going, with only Justin Greaves and Shai Hope offering resistance. Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar chipped in effectively, wrapping up the lower order with minimal fuss. India’s response was characterized by patient partnerships—most notably the 120-run stand between Rahul and Gill, which blunted the West Indian attack. Gill played a valuable supporting role, crafting a patient fifty before falling for 50. By the end of the session, India’s game management and solid platform had put them in the driver’s seat, setting the tone for a possible big first-innings total.

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