IND vs WI 2nd Test Day 3: Kuldeep Yadav struck early on Day 3, sending key West Indies batters back to the pavilion as India tightened their grip on the match. Despite the spin threat, the visitors’ tail showed some fight, making every run crucial at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Day 3 of the IND vs WI 2nd Test in Delhi began with a burst of brilliance from Kuldeep Yadav, who turned the morning session into a nightmare for the West Indies. The left-arm spinner ripped through the middle order, claiming three quick wickets, including both overnight batters. Mohammed Siraj joined the attack with a crucial breakthrough, leaving the visitors gasping for momentum. Despite a late fightback from the lower order, India remained firmly in control, tightening their grip on the match and moving closer to sealing another series sweep against the Windies.
IND vs WI 2nd Test Day 3: West Indies Tail Fights Back as India Eyes Quick Finish Before Lunch
Day 3 of the IND vs WI 2nd Test in Delhi began with India tightening its grip on the match, thanks to Kuldeep Yadav’s devastating spell that rattled the West Indies lineup. The spinner struck early, claiming three quick wickets — including the well-set overnight batters — while Mohammed Siraj added to the damage with a sharp delivery that sent Jomel Warrican back.
At one stage, it looked like the Windies would fold under 180, but the lower order had other ideas. Anderson Phillip and Khary Pierre combined for a determined 42-run partnership that frustrated India’s bowlers. Their mix of smart defense and calculated aggression saw the West Indies cross the 200-run mark, drawing loud cheers from the dressing room.
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India, meanwhile, looked slightly restless as missed chances and a DRS review going in West Indies’ favor added to the tension. Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar toiled hard, but the tailenders stood firm till lunch, guiding the visitors to 217/8. Despite the resistance, India remains comfortably in control, eyeing an early breakthrough once play resumes in the afternoon session.
West Indies Tail Shows Grit While Chasing Follow-On Survival
Day 3 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium has put the West Indies under immense pressure, but the visitors have shown determination to extend their innings. After losing early wickets, Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze tried to steady the ship, while Shai Hope looked positive at the crease, guiding the team past crucial runs.
The West Indies’ immediate focus is survival — especially in the first hour — as they attempt to erase the follow-on deficit of 178 runs. Every partnership, however small, has become vital for morale and to frustrate the Indian bowlers. Even the lower-order batters are contributing with small but important runs, demonstrating resilience in a tough situation.
While India remains dominant, the visitors are intent on leaving the field with some sense of achievement, aiming to push the game longer and make India work for every wicket. It’s a test of patience, strategy, and courage for the Caribbean side as they battle to keep their heads above water.
B Sai Sudharsan Misses Play After Courageous Catch on Day 2
ndia’s rising star B Sai Sudharsan will sit out Day 3 of the second Test against West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium following a hand injury sustained while taking a remarkable catch on Day 2. Fielding at forward short leg, Sudharsan absorbed the impact of a slog-sweep from John Campbell off Ravindra Jadeja, yet held onto the ball with impressive composure.
The BCCI has confirmed that the injury is minor, and Sudharsan is being closely monitored as a precaution. Substitute fielder Devdutt Padikkal has taken over fielding duties in his absence. Sudharsan had earlier played a composed 87 off 165 deliveries, anchoring India’s innings alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal in a 193-run partnership that laid the foundation for India’s massive 518/5 declared.
With Shubman Gill unbeaten on 129 and India’s bowlers like Kuldeep Yadav striking early on Day 3, India continue to dominate the match. Fans will be hoping that Sudharsan recovers quickly, as his batting and fielding brilliance have been pivotal in shaping India’s commanding position in the series.
