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India secured a commanding ODI victory in Guwahati, successfully chasing a 405-run West Indies record total behind a career-best 223 from Shubman Gill.
India defeated the West Indies in a high-scoring ODI in Guwahati after successfully chasing down a record-breaking 405-run target. Shubman Gill spearheaded the chase with a career-best 223 not out, securing the win with 39 balls to spare.
Key details
- •According to BBC Sport, West Indies posted their highest-ever ODI total of 405-7, featuring centuries from Amir Jangoo (114), Shai Hope (104), and John Campbell (101).
- •BBC Sport reports this was only the sixth time in ODI history that a team has produced three centurions in a single innings.
- •Shubman Gill’s 223 is now the third-highest individual score in men's ODI history, as noted by BBC Sport.
- •Cricinfo.com reports that Gill and Rohit Sharma shared a 255-run opening partnership, with Rohit contributing 101 runs off 75 balls.
- •During the West Indies innings, Campbell took 22 runs off a single over from Prasidh Krishna, according to BBC Sport.
Background
The match followed news that West Indies players face a 25% pay cut as part of organizational cost-saving measures. Additionally, the two-time World Cup winners are currently working to qualify for next year's competition, having been assigned to a qualifier in early 2027.
Why it matters
The result highlights the current form of the Indian squad and their ability to execute high-stakes chases. The loss remains a significant hurdle for the West Indies as they navigate financial restructuring and a challenging qualification path for the upcoming World Cup.
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