India produced a stunning batting display in Guwahati on Wednesday, chasing down 406 against West Indies in 43.3 overs to win the second ODI by eight wickets. The result gives India an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
West Indies had earlier posted 405/7, their highest-ever ODI total, after centuries from John Campbell, Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo. India then responded with one of the most remarkable successful chases in their ODI history, led by Shubman Gill's unbeaten 223.
India Complete Stunning 406-Run Chase
India needed 406 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium and attacked the target from the opening over. Rohit Sharma and Gill added 255 runs for the first wicket, putting the chase firmly ahead of the required rate.
Rohit reached his century before being dismissed for 101. Gill continued the assault and remained unbeaten on 223 from 133 balls as India reached 406/2 in 43.3 overs, completing the chase with 39 balls remaining.
Shubman Gill's Record-Breaking Double Century
Gill's 223* was the defining innings of the match. He brought up his second ODI double century from just 117 balls, making it the fastest ODI double century in the format's history. His final unbeaten score came from 133 deliveries.
The milestone also placed Gill alongside Rohit Sharma as the only batters to have scored more than one ODI double century. Gill had previously made an ODI double century against New Zealand in Hyderabad in 2023.
West Indies Post 405/7 After Three Centuries
West Indies made India work for the victory with a huge first innings. John Campbell scored 101 from 68 balls, Shai Hope made 104 from 94 and Amir Jangoo struck 114 from 77.
The three centuries formed a rare landmark in ODI cricket: it was only the sixth time three batters from the same team had scored hundreds in one ODI innings. Despite that extraordinary effort, the total was eventually chased down.
Campbell, Hope and Jangoo Power West Indies
Campbell supplied the early momentum with an aggressive hundred. Hope then controlled the middle overs before Jangoo accelerated sharply late in the innings.
The visitors crossed 400 for the first time in their ODI history and finished on 405/7 after 50 overs. Their total represented West Indies' highest ODI score.
India's Chase: Rohit, Gill and Kohli Set the Platform
Rohit Sharma and Gill turned a daunting target into a manageable chase with their 255-run opening stand. Rohit brought up his hundred from 75 balls, while Gill reached his century from 62 deliveries.
After Rohit's dismissal, Virat Kohli made a short contribution before Gill continued through the final stages. Gill's control and attacking strokeplay meant West Indies could not create a sustained period of pressure.
The Turning Point
The 255-run opening partnership was the clearest turning point. West Indies had posted more than 400, but India were already ahead of the required rate before the first wicket fell.
Gill then converted his century into a double century, reaching 200 in 117 balls. With wickets in hand and the asking rate under control, India completed the chase without the match entering a tense final-over finish.
Key Records and Milestones
- India 406/2: India's highest successful ODI run chase.
- 400-plus chase: India became only the second team to successfully chase a target above 400 in men's ODI cricket.
- Gill 223*: His second ODI double century and the highest individual score in this match.
- Gill's 200: Reached 200 from 117 balls, the fastest ODI double century.
- West Indies 405/7: Their highest-ever ODI total.
- Three West Indies hundreds: Campbell, Hope and Jangoo all scored centuries in the same ODI innings.
- 255-run opening stand: Rohit Sharma and Gill gave India the platform for the record chase.
- 811 runs: The two innings produced a combined 811 runs.
Match Scorecard: Key Figures
West Indies: 405/7 in 50 overs
India: 406/2 in 43.3 overs
Result: India won by 8 wickets with 39 balls remaining.
Series: India lead 2-0 in the three-match ODI series.
West Indies — Leading Batters
- Amir Jangoo: 114 off 77 balls
- Shai Hope: 104 off 94 balls
- John Campbell: 101 off 68 balls
India — Leading Batters
- Shubman Gill: 223* off 133 balls
- Rohit Sharma: 101 off 75 balls
India — Leading Bowlers
- Kuldeep Yadav: 2/65
India Take an Unassailable 2-0 Series Lead
The eight-wicket victory settles the three-match ODI series with one match still to play. India have now won the first two matches, while West Indies will look to finish the tour with a victory in the final ODI.
The Guwahati match will be remembered for the contrast between the two innings: West Indies produced their first 400-plus ODI total, only for India to chase it down before the 44th over.