At the conclusion of Day 1 of the second Test at Port of Spain in Trinidad, India maintained their lead over the West Indies in the Test series, scoring 288/4. Despite losing the toss and being ordered to bat, India’s openers put on a century stand before Virat Kohli added an unbroken half-century to further solidify the innings.
India started off their first innings with confidence as their captain Rohit Sharma bagged a significant 80 while Yashasvi Jaiswal bagged 57 off 74 as they combined for a first-wicket partnership of 139 runs. However, in the second session, the hosts responded when Jaiswal got caught at deep gully after edging a careless drive from Holder. During the second session, West Indies made a fierce comeback and took three more wickets.
India appeared to be in trouble after losing three wickets quickly as the visitors headed to tea at 182/4. India regained control of the game thanks to an unbeaten 106-run fifth-wicket partnership between Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja.
Kohli, who began his innings with a blast down the leg side off Joseph to earn four off his 21st ball, finished with eight fours in a good performance. During his 500th international match, Kohli earned a well-deserved fifty runs through a cover drive against Warrican. He will need an additional 13 runs on Day 2 to reach the century mark in his historic match.
I wish I could tell every youngster in Caribbean to run like that- Ian Bishop
Virat Kohli who is still batting on 87* was quick enough to steal countless doubles during his unbeaten stay during the first day of the second test against the West Indies. Ian Bishop who was on commentary duty couldn’t speak enough of the former Indian skipper and his dedication towards the game.
The former cricketer turned commentator spoke about how Kohli puts everything on the line when he comes out to bat. He said, “Here’s a guy who’s around for 500 games, knows the value of each run. Putting his body on the line, that tells you about his commitment. I wish I could tell every youngster in Caribbean to run like that and not wait for boundaries.”
Fans react to former cricketer’s statement on Virat Kohli’s unreal dedication and fitness:
Ian Bishop said, "here's a guy who's around for 500 games, knows the value of each run. Putting his body on the line, that tells you about his commitment. I wish I could tell every youngster in Caribbean to run like that and not wait for boundaries".
– King Kohli's commitment! pic.twitter.com/8O08uLCKYO
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 20, 2023
India is lucky to have Virat Kohli !!
— Shubman Gang (@ShubmanGang) July 20, 2023
Bishi knows his sport
— Archer (@poserarcher) July 20, 2023
People say a lot about born talent whenever we talk about these legends but quick running between the wickets, understanding the importance of each run: these kind of things are developed over time consciously and with a lot of practice and hard work. Definitely a masterclass for…
— aman kharbas (@aman_kharbas) July 21, 2023
Bishop sir perfectly knows whom to hype.
Should read out obituary at my funeral imho
— Transponster Jay (@Jay_KD77) July 20, 2023
Feels like he will score a ton… update his each run from here mufa… be part of history… it is 500th match 100… of 100th test between two nations
— AMOL ANGRE (@amol_angre) July 20, 2023
Jadeja is massively helping kohli by rotating the strike taking doubles and singles.
— Shreeraksha R (@206Shreeraksha) July 20, 2023
Value of each emotion and tactful play with minds of cricket lovers.
— Thirumal Rao Vanaparthy (@ThirumalWnp) July 21, 2023
this is the elevation dialogue in his biopic
— Ganesh Namburi (@GaneshC62660412) July 20, 2023
Every youngster in India too needs to learn that
— ANURAG (@anurag1210) July 20, 2023
No surprise why he is the King Kohli ?
— Binod Chet (@Biiinod) July 20, 2023
Really impressed that he's not giving any chance. Committed and determined ?
— Salt (@Bittuu_tweets) July 20, 2023
Bishop with a checkmate to many fan bases?
— VECTOR 4D (@VECTOR4XD) July 21, 2023
Ian bishops always have the best things to say…He is a Legendary commentator….??
— Abhi063 (@Ab0612ish) July 20, 2023
