India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal feasted on a modest West Indies attack and struck a majestic 173 not out to power the hosts to a commanding 318-2 on the opening day of the second and final test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday.

Jaiswal hit 22 fours in his fifth 150-plus score in tests to show why he is one of the world’s most exciting batsmen.

India captain Shubman Gill was batting on 20 at stumps and would be pleased at how his batters vindicated his decision to bat first in the bid to secure a 2-0 series sweep.

It was the first time Gill had won the toss since taking over as India test captain earlier this year.

KL Rahul (38) survived a close lbw appeal but Jaiswal was rock solid during their opening stand of 58.

Touring captain Roston Chase opted for spin from both ends and harn

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