India began the Test series under new leadership, with Shubman Gill taking over as captain after the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the format. Jasprit Bumrah continues to spearhead the bowling unit, while Karun Nair earned a place in the playing XI following impressive performances.
Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul laid a solid foundation with a 91-run stand. Rahul was dismissed for 42 just before lunch, followed by debutant Sai Sudharsan’s four-ball duck, leaving India at 92/2.
Gill remained unbeaten on 127 in his first match as Test captain, while Pant contributed 65 runs off 102 balls. For England, Ben Stokes was the most successful bowler with two key wickets, while Brydon Carse dismissed Rahul.
Day 2 Weather Forecast: England vs India 1st Test at Headingley, Leeds
There are chances of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, with the probability of precipitation at 86%. Cloud cover will hover around 45%, and humidity is expected to rise to 57%. The chance of thunderstorms is estimated at 31%.
While the morning session of Day 2 might proceed without interruption, rain and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening pose a serious threat to uninterrupted play. With an overall 77% chance of rain for the day, weather could play a spoilsport in the first Test at Headingley.
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Shubman Gill entered the match with doubts surrounding his record in overseas conditions. However, he silenced critics with a century on debut as captain. Rishabh Pant played a composed innings, balancing his natural aggression with controlled defence.
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