Gill and Rohit lead India to record 406-run ODI chase against West Indies
India chased down the West Indies’ 405 for seven with 406 for two in 41.4 overs in Guwahati, winning by eight wickets and taking the ODI series 2-0. Shubman Gill scored his second double century in the format, while Rohit Sharma made a century in a record pursuit.
India completed a record chase against the West Indies in Guwahati on Wednesday, reaching 406 for two in 41.4 overs after the visitors made 405 for seven. The eight-wicket victory gave India a 2-0 lead in the ODI series. It was the first time since 2006 that a team had won an ODI after conceding a total above 400, according to the source material.
India captain Shubman Gill led the chase with his second double century in the format. Rohit Sharma also scored a century, as the opening pair turned a daunting target into a straightforward pursuit. The West Indies had produced a major improvement from their performance in the first match.
John Campbell scored 101 from 68 balls, including nine fours and five sixes, while Shai Hope made 104 from 94 balls with eight fours and three sixes. Amir Jangoo provided the late acceleration with 114 from 77 deliveries, hitting 13 fours and three sixes. The three batters carried the innings deep and helped the West Indies post their highest-ever ODI total.
The total nevertheless exposed difficulties for India’s bowlers on a flat surface at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. Kuldeep Yadav was India’s most successful bowler, taking two wickets for 65 runs. India’s batting response erased the pressure created by the West Indies’ total.
Gill’s leadership and Rohit’s century ensured that the hosts reached the target with 50 balls to spare, completing the series victory in emphatic fashion.
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