Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul dominated Australia bowlers on Day 2 of the ongoing Perth Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. KL Rahul scored 62 and Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed 90 which helped the Men in Blue to take a lead of 218 runs at the stumps.
After the day ended, former India captain Virat Kohli came to the field with his batting gear to cheer the openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul for their brilliant effort. Reporters who are in Australia shared photos of modern-day great cheering India openers for their 172 runs stand at The Optus stadium.
Virat Kohli has walked out in his batting gear to cheer off Yashasvi Jaiswal & KL Rahul on what is already an incredible partnership on one of the most incredible days of Test cricket for India on Australian soil.
India vs Australia Perth Test Day 2 report
Yashasvi Jaiswal displayed excellent game awareness and precise shot selection, while KL Rahul showcased solid technique during an unbeaten opening partnership of 172. Their efforts put India in a commanding position with a 218-run overall lead on the second day of the first Test.
Earlier, skipper Jasprit Bumrah’s outstanding 11th five-wicket haul dismantled Australia for just 104. In response, Jaiswal (90 not out off 193 balls) and Rahul (62 not out off 154 balls) adopted a traditional Test match approach, patiently waiting for loose deliveries and showing respect to quality fast bowling.
The duo demonstrated their defensive skills by accumulating 88 runs in 31 overs during the post-tea session, with Jaiswal inching closer to a well-deserved century in his first Test on Australian soil.
