In the first Test at Leeds, Yashasvi Jaiswal’s outstanding century, totaling 101 runs, put India in a commanding position on Day 1. His performance, along with his partnership with KL Rahul, and then the arrival of Shubman Gill, provided some highlights. Their on-field conversation, captured by the stump mic, has circulated widely. Jaiswal’s lighthearted advice to Gill, ‘Just tell me NO loudly when you don’t want a run, I’ve a habit to run after hitting,’ showcased their camaraderie.
Jaiswal’s play was marked by a mastery of off-side shots, with his first 100 runs coming almost entirely from that area. With Gill, who got his 50 in his quickest time, he established a notable partnership. Jaiswal reached his century with a series of impressive shots. The English bowling attack struggled to contain their momentum.