Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised India test skipper Shubman Gill after his majestic hundred on captaincy debut against England on Saturday, in the first of five test match series at Headingley, Leeds.
After managing 471 runs in their first innings with three centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman and Rishabh Pant, India did get an early wicket of Zak Crawley thanks to Jasprit Bumrah, but England ended the second session at 107/1 in 24 overs, with Ben Duckett (53*) and Ollie Pope (48*) p
India could not properly capitalise on the three centuries by its batters in the first innings of first Test against England and folded up for 471 on the second day. They now have an unflattering record of lowest total in an innings when three batters scored tons.
India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar believes vice-captain Rishabh Pant's falling paddle sweep is not "accidental" but "intentional," which makes it "extremely clever." He also decoded the tactical ploy that was in play during captain Shubman Gill's partnership with his deputy.
Pant continued his fine run in Test cricket, getting his seventh Test ton and breaking plenty of records during his knock in the first Test against England at Leeds.
Pant reached the milestone during India's first Test against England at Leeds. In his innings, Pant smashed 134 in 178 balls, with 12 fours and six sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of over 75.
Team India and England arrived at Headingley, Leeds on Saturday ahead of the start of the second day's play of the first Test of the five-match series between both sides.
India's magician with the bat, Yashasvi Jaiswal, gave away the secrets that helped him flourish in his debut Test in the demanding conditions of England on the opening day of the series opener of the five-match series at Headingley.
Following his maiden ton in England on Friday, Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal opened up and revealed his mindset and temperament while batting in the middle during the game.
He emphasised the importance of incorporating yoga into daily life for better health and well-being and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts in popularising yoga globally, saying it has become a widely celebrated practice worldwide.
England bowling coach Tim Southee praised the depth and quality of the Indian Test side after a commanding performance by the visitors on Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley.
India ended the day at a formidable 359/3, thanks to standout performances from captain Shubman