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Shubman Gill’s Record 269 Powers India on Day 2
India asserted total dominance over England on Day 2 of the second Test at Edgbaston, riding on a sensational double century from captain Shubman Gill. The visitors piled up a massive 587 in their first innings before reducing a rattled England side to 50 for 3 by stumps, firmly placing themselves in control of the match.
Gill’s Marathon Knock Dismantles England
Shubman Gill was the headline act of the day, converting his overnight score into a majestic 269 off 387 deliveries. It marked the highest Test score by an Indian captain on English soil. Gill’s innings was a perfect blend of composure and flair, laced with 33 fours, as he led from the front and set the tone for India’s imposing total.
He was ably supported by Yashasvi Jaiswal, who earlier contributed a quickfire 87, and Ravindra Jadeja, who fell agonizingly short of a hundred with a fluent 89. Washington Sundar chipped in with a vital 42 down the order, ensuring that India maximized their scoring opportunities.
England’s Batting Falters Under Pressure
Faced with a mountain of runs, England’s reply started in disarray. Akash Deep struck twice in the space of three deliveries to remove Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope for ducks. Mohammed Siraj then sent back Joe Root with a peach of a delivery. By the end of play, England were reeling at 50 for 3, still 537 runs behind and staring at a potential follow-on.
Outlook for Day 3
With the pitch starting to show signs of uneven bounce and India’s bowlers in rhythm, England’s hopes rest on a major rescue act from the middle order. India, meanwhile, will look to tighten their grip further and push for a series-defining win.
