Gill, Rahul Centuries Lead Dominant India to 368-3 on Day 1 of One-Off Test Against Afghanistan
Shubman Gill and KL Rahul led India’s charge with centuries as Afghanistan struggled in the heat and fielding lapses mounted.
- On Saturday, June 6, 2026, Team India reached 368 for three in 85 overs on Day 1 of their one-off Test against Afghanistan at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh.
- Head coach Englishman Richard Pybus witnessed his side struggle against intense heat at the new venue, as Afghanistan's exhausted bowlers failed to contain India's disciplined batting performance.
- Captain Shubman Gill anchored the innings with 103 not out, while opener Rahul secured his 12th Test century with 100, providing the foundation for India's dominant total.
- Sai Sudharsan contributed a composed 81 before falling to pacer Mohammed Saleem, who claimed 2/67 as Afghanistan's bowlers labored through the afternoon session.
- Rishabh Pant accelerated late in the day, reaching a half-century shortly before stumps and positioning India to expand their advantage when play resumes on Day 2.
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In the final over of Day 1, Rishabh Pant brought up his half-century in 70 balls, taking India to 368 for 3 at the close of play in 85 overs. Gill remained unbeaten on 103 off 143 balls. For Afghanistan, Mohammad Saleem Safi took two wickets, and Ziaur Rahman Sharifi claimed one.
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