India Dominates Day 2 Against Afghanistan with Stellar Batting Performance
IND vs AFG Test: Gill, Rahul tons put India in command on Day 2

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On Day 2 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan, India declared at 564 runs, led by centuries from KL Rahul and Shubman Gill. Afghanistan ended the day at 28 for 1, trailing by 536 runs.
- 01Shubman Gill scored 126 runs, becoming the second-highest average Test captain after Don Bradman.
- 02KL Rahul contributed a solid 100 runs, marking his return to form.
- 03Saleem Safi took 6 wickets for 140 runs, becoming only the third Afghan bowler with a five-wicket haul in Tests.
- 04Washington Sundar scored 52 runs, contributing to India's massive total.
- 05India's total of 564 is their highest at home since 2023.
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India's batting lineup showcased a dominant performance on Day 2 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan, declaring at an impressive 564 runs. Shubman Gill and KL Rahul both scored centuries, with Gill making 126 runs and Rahul contributing 100 runs. Rishabh Pant and Washington Sundar added valuable runs, with Pant scoring 81 and Sundar finishing with 52 not out. Afghanistan's bowling was led by Saleem Safi, who claimed six wickets for 140 runs, marking a significant achievement as only the third Afghan bowler to achieve a five-wicket haul in Test cricket. In response, Afghanistan ended the day at 28 for 1, with Manav Suthar taking the only wicket. The match highlights India's strong position, leading by 536 runs as they look to secure a victory in this Test series.
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India's strong batting performance puts them in a commanding position, boosting team morale and fan support.
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