India chases down West Indies' record 405 in high-scoring ODI

India defeated the West Indies in a record-breaking ODI run-fest in Guwahati, successfully chasing a target of 405. The match featured four individual centuries and India's Shubman Gill recording the third-highest score in men's ODI history with 223 not out.

Key details

• •According to BBC Sport, the West Indies posted their highest-ever ODI total of 405-7, with John Campbell (101), Shai Hope (104), and Amir Jangoo (114) all hitting centuries.
• •Shubman Gill scored a career-best 223 not out for India, reaching his century in 62 balls and his double-century 55 balls later, per BBC Sport.
• •Cricinfo.com reports that Gill and Rohit Sharma, who scored 101, shared a 255-run opening partnership.
• •BBC Sport notes that this was the sixth time in ODI history a team recorded three centurions in a single innings.
• •India secured the victory with 39 balls to spare, despite Indian bowlers Prasidh Krishna and Naman Dhir suffering injuries during the match, according to BBC Sport.

Background

The match occurred amidst financial challenges for the West Indies, as players are facing a 25% pay cut due to recent cost-saving measures. The team is also currently working to qualify for next year's World Cup, having been relegated to a qualifier scheduled for early 2027.

Why it matters

The result leaves India in a position of strength, while the West Indies continue to navigate significant pressure regarding their international qualification status and internal financial restructuring. The match highlighted India's batting depth, with Gill's individual performance ranking among the highest in men's ODI history.