🏏Gill Leads from the Front as India Dominate Day 1 at Headingley | India vs England Test

BiGG Author June 20, 2025 2 min read

India vs England – 1st Test, Day 1

Venue: Headingley, Leeds
Series: 5-Match Test Series
Status: India batting – match in progress

🇮🇳 India Off to a Flier on Day 1

India’s tour of England began on a dominant note as the visitors, led by new captain Shubman Gill, took charge on Day 1 of the first Test at Headingley. After being asked to bat under overcast skies, the Indian top order defied expectations with disciplined aggression and fluent strokeplay.

🧨 Highlights So Far: – India vs England

✅ Yashasvi Jaiswal – Century Brilliance

Played a classy knock with precision and patience.
Scored 101 (158 balls) before falling shortly after tea.
His fifth Test hundred, and third against England, reaffirmed his rising stature.

✅ Shubman Gill – Captain’s Knock

Taking charge as captain for the first time in Tests, Gill looked unfazed.
He reached a fluent century (114)* and remains unbeaten at stumps.
Displayed composure, strong footwork, and excellent timing throughout.

✅ Rishabh Pant – Dangerous as Ever

Came in after Jaiswal’s dismissal.
Currently batting on 49 off 59 balls*, attacking England’s tiring bowlers.

📊 Current Score (Stumps, Day 1): – India vs England

Team	Score	Overs
India	331/3	89 overs

Shubman Gill – 114*
Rishabh Pant – 49*
Bowling: Anderson 1/62, Stokes 1/51, Root 1/43

England used seven bowlers but lacked consistent bite. Notably, they conceded 5 penalty runs due to a rare mishap where the ball hit a helmet lying behind the keeper—adding to their frustration.

⚖️ Match Context – India vs England

England opted to bowl first, banking on the traditional swing at Headingley. However, the Indian top order countered with technique and tempo. The pitch has offered some movement but flattened out by the second session.