The West Indies’ wait for a bilateral series win in India since 2002 continues after the fifth T20I was abandoned following just 46 balls of India’s innings. The visitors had lost all three of their previous bilateral T20I series in India, winning only one of seven matches. However, they put up a much stronger fight this time, with head coach Daren Sammy calling their performance a “massive step” towards achieving their goals.&nbsp;Sammy praised his team’s fighting spirit against India, saying the West Indies had “outplayed” the hosts in certain areas, even on their home turf.&nbsp;Under Shai Hope’s captaincy, the West Indies showed both determination and power-hitting throughout the series, managing to draw 2-2 against the reigning ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions.&nbsp;“We understand what success means to us, we don’t ever take for granted where we are as a team and the challenges that we face. We just look to make those strides, and I think after this series we’ve taken a massive step. We played against the defending champions, and we’ve matched them, and in certain areas we’ve outplayed them, especially in their backyard, ’’Sammy said at the post-match press conference.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2027-trade-ashwin-hardik-pandya-rajasthan-royals-csk-kkr-1792327321379">IPL 2027 Trade: Ravi Ashwin suggests new franchise for Hardik Pandya amid CSK rumours</a>&nbsp;Sammy also said the 2-2 result reflected the teams’ performances throughout the series. He added that his players had proved their critics wrong, as many had given the West Indies little chance before the series began.&nbsp;“It’s a true reflection of how all the teams have played, especially for our guys. I’m pretty sure when the series started, we probably didn’t have a chance. But that was just the opinion of others,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sunil-gavaskar-hardik-pandya-irreplaceable-team-india-replacement-1792325273165">Stop searching for Hardik Pandya's replacement; he’s irreplaceable: Gavaskar</a>&nbsp;India will now travel to New Zealand for an all-format tour beginning on Oct 22. Meanwhile, the West Indies will head to Bangladesh for a two-match series in the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Daren Sammy hailed West Indies’ fighting performance after their T20I series against India ended 2-2, calling it a “massive step” towards their goals and praising the team for outplaying the defending champions in certain areas.

The West Indies’ wait for a bilateral series win in India since 2002 continues after the fifth T20I was abandoned following just 46 balls of India’s innings. The visitors had lost all three of their previous bilateral T20I series in India, winning only one of seven matches. However, they put up a much stronger fight this time, with head coach Daren Sammy calling their performance a “massive step” towards achieving their goals. Sammy praised his team’s fighting spirit against India, saying the West Indies had “outplayed” the hosts in certain areas, even on their home turf. Under Shai Hope’s captaincy, the West Indies showed both determination and power-hitting throughout the series, managing to draw 2-2 against the reigning ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions. “We understand what success means to us, we don’t ever take for granted where we are as a team and the challenges that we face. We just look to make those strides, and I think after this series we’ve taken a massive step. We played against the defending champions, and we’ve matched them, and in certain areas we’ve outplayed them, especially in their backyard, ’’Sammy said at the post-match press conference. Also Read - IPL 2027 Trade: Ravi Ashwin suggests new franchise for Hardik Pandya amid CSK rumours Sammy also said the 2-2 result reflected the teams’ performances throughout the series. He added that his players had proved their critics wrong, as many had given the West Indies little chance before the series began. “It’s a true reflection of how all the teams have played, especially for our guys. I’m pretty sure when the series started, we probably didn’t have a chance. But that was just the opinion of others,” he added. Also Read - Stop searching for Hardik Pandya's replacement; he’s irreplaceable: Gavaskar India will now travel to New Zealand for an all-format tour beginning on Oct 22. Meanwhile, the West Indies will head to Bangladesh for a two-match series in the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27. With inputs from agencies

Daren Sammy hailed West Indies’ fighting performance after their T20I series against India ended 2-2, calling it a “massive step” towards their goals and praising the team for outplaying the defending champions in certain areas.

'We’ve outplayed them...': Head coach Sammy praises West Indies’ fighting display against India

West Indies captain Shai Hope said his team’s performance in the 2-2 T20I series draw against India showed how much the side had improved as a unit. He also stressed that “success does not necessarily have to be series wins”. The high-scoring series ended without a result after rain forced the fifth and final T20I to be abandoned following just 7.4 overs of play. With no result possible in the decider, captains Shreyas Iyer and Shai Hope shared the trophy after their teams delivered strong performances in the first four matches.&nbsp;However, West Indies are still waiting for a bilateral series win in India, as their last such success came during the 2002-03 tour, when they won the ODI series 4-3.&nbsp;Speaking after the match, Hope reflected on his team’s progress and the importance of taking the series to a 2-2 draw.&nbsp;“We have not won a series here in 20-plus years. To get this far in the series shows what we’ve done as a unit. Success does not necessarily have to be series wins, to see the way the guys have been progressing has been commendable.”&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-w-vs-zim-w-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1792244074722">IND-W vs ZIM-W, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;Hope also praised his bowling attack, particularly Shamar Springer, Keemo Paul and Roston Chase, for their contributions throughout the series. Springer took seven wickets, while Paul finished with eight and Chase claimed six.&nbsp;&nbsp;Paul also picked up a five-wicket haul in the previous match in Hyderabad, helping West Indies defend a huge total of 248 runs.&nbsp;“Bowling front, saw Shamar Springer come in and play a crucial role at the back end, wickets and death overs. Keemo Paul similarly, Roston has been bowling well. The way we play our cricket in general, everyone was chipping in. Pleasing from the bowling side of things,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa-vs-aus-2nd-test-rabada-return-bavuma-team-changes-1792248097107">SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Kagiso Rabada set to return as Bavuma signals team changes</a>&nbsp;Hope, who was named Player of the Series, also spoke about the importance of confidence and sticking to his usual approach. He scored two centuries during the T20I series and has now hit four centuries across the ODI and T20I formats.&nbsp;“Still have to have self-belief; when I cross the line, I still believe I can get the job done. My process never changes; I try and stay as neutral as I can,” he concluded.

West Indies captain Shai Hope highlighted his team’s progress after the 2-2 T20I series draw against India, saying success is not always measured by series victories.

West Indies captain Shai Hope said his team’s performance in the 2-2 T20I series draw against India showed how much the side had improved as a unit. He also stressed that “success does not necessarily have to be series wins”. The high-scoring series ended without a result after rain forced the fifth and final T20I to be abandoned following just 7.4 overs of play. With no result possible in the decider, captains Shreyas Iyer and Shai Hope shared the trophy after their teams delivered strong performances in the first four matches. However, West Indies are still waiting for a bilateral series win in India, as their last such success came during the 2002-03 tour, when they won the ODI series 4-3. Speaking after the match, Hope reflected on his team’s progress and the importance of taking the series to a 2-2 draw. “We have not won a series here in 20-plus years. To get this far in the series shows what we’ve done as a unit. Success does not necessarily have to be series wins, to see the way the guys have been progressing has been commendable.” Also Read - IND-W vs ZIM-W, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Hope also praised his bowling attack, particularly Shamar Springer, Keemo Paul and Roston Chase, for their contributions throughout the series. Springer took seven wickets, while Paul finished with eight and Chase claimed six. Paul also picked up a five-wicket haul in the previous match in Hyderabad, helping West Indies defend a huge total of 248 runs. “Bowling front, saw Shamar Springer come in and play a crucial role at the back end, wickets and death overs. Keemo Paul similarly, Roston has been bowling well. The way we play our cricket in general, everyone was chipping in. Pleasing from the bowling side of things,” he said. Also Read - SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Kagiso Rabada set to return as Bavuma signals team changes Hope, who was named Player of the Series, also spoke about the importance of confidence and sticking to his usual approach. He scored two centuries during the T20I series and has now hit four centuries across the ODI and T20I formats. “Still have to have self-belief; when I cross the line, I still believe I can get the job done. My process never changes; I try and stay as neutral as I can,” he concluded.

West Indies captain Shai Hope highlighted his team’s progress after the 2-2 T20I series draw against India, saying success is not always measured by series victories.

'Success doesn't have to be...': WI skipper Hope after T20I series draw against India

India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has criticised the flat pitches used in the India-West Indies T20I series, saying they offer little help to bowlers. His comments came after the West Indies chased down India’s total of 249/5 in the second T20I in Ranchi, winning with nine balls to spare.&nbsp;“On such wickets, there’s nothing for the bowlers. When the ball gets old, there’s dew, the ball comes nicely onto the bat, and the grounds are getting smaller. We’ve seen this in the IPL as well, with 260 being chased in 19 overs. In this game too, 250 got chased down easily in 18.3 overs,” Chahal said on JioStar.&nbsp;“So, what should bowlers do? What is the use of their skill? I feel for them, because I am a bowler too and when I bowl in the IPL, on small grounds with flat wickets, you have an Impact Player as well. Earlier, when the Impact Player rule was not there, you used to see 50 runs in six overs, and 170-180 was a fighting total. But these days, 70-80 runs are scored in the first six overs, and the game is done there itself. So, either you have to have something for the bowlers in the wicket, or else just install a bowling machine,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-3rd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1791631062737">IND vs WI, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a><h3>Shai Hope, Rutherford power West Indies to record chase</h3>West Indies captain Shai Hope led from the front with an unbeaten 102 off just 45 balls as his team defeated India by six wickets in the second T20I to level the five-match series 1-1. Hope smashed nine sixes and six fours during his explosive knock.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/zimbabwe-women-announce-squad-for-maiden-bilateral-series-against-india-1791628453487">Zimbabwe women announce squad for maiden bilateral series against India</a>&nbsp;Sherfane Rutherford also played a key role, scoring 84 off 37 deliveries as the visitors chased down India’s 249/5 in just 18.3 overs to register a memorable win.&nbsp;Earlier, India posted a huge total after being asked to bat first. Sanju Samson led the charge with 82 off 41 balls, while Ishan Kishan contributed 43 off 22 deliveries. Captain Shreyas Iyer scored 40 off 18 balls and Tilak Varma added a quickfire 44 off 18 deliveries.&nbsp;For the West Indies, Roston Chase was the standout bowler, finishing with figures of 3/24 in his four overs.

Yuzvendra Chahal raised concerns over batter-friendly T20 conditions after the West Indies chased down 250 against India in Ranchi, pointing to flat pitches, dew, small boundaries and the IPL’s Impact Player rule as factors making things harder for bowlers.

India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has criticised the flat pitches used in the India-West Indies T20I series, saying they offer little help to bowlers. His comments came after the West Indies chased down India’s total of 249/5 in the second T20I in Ranchi, winning with nine balls to spare. “On such wickets, there’s nothing for the bowlers. When the ball gets old, there’s dew, the ball comes nicely onto the bat, and the grounds are getting smaller. We’ve seen this in the IPL as well, with 260 being chased in 19 overs. In this game too, 250 got chased down easily in 18.3 overs,” Chahal said on JioStar. “So, what should bowlers do? What is the use of their skill? I feel for them, because I am a bowler too and when I bowl in the IPL, on small grounds with flat wickets, you have an Impact Player as well. Earlier, when the Impact Player rule was not there, you used to see 50 runs in six overs, and 170-180 was a fighting total. But these days, 70-80 runs are scored in the first six overs, and the game is done there itself. So, either you have to have something for the bowlers in the wicket, or else just install a bowling machine,” he added. Also Read - IND vs WI, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Shai Hope, Rutherford power West Indies to record chase West Indies captain Shai Hope led from the front with an unbeaten 102 off just 45 balls as his team defeated India by six wickets in the second T20I to level the five-match series 1-1. Hope smashed nine sixes and six fours during his explosive knock. Also Read - Zimbabwe women announce squad for maiden bilateral series against India Sherfane Rutherford also played a key role, scoring 84 off 37 deliveries as the visitors chased down India’s 249/5 in just 18.3 overs to register a memorable win. Earlier, India posted a huge total after being asked to bat first. Sanju Samson led the charge with 82 off 41 balls, while Ishan Kishan contributed 43 off 22 deliveries. Captain Shreyas Iyer scored 40 off 18 balls and Tilak Varma added a quickfire 44 off 18 deliveries. For the West Indies, Roston Chase was the standout bowler, finishing with figures of 3/24 in his four overs.

Yuzvendra Chahal raised concerns over batter-friendly T20 conditions after the West Indies chased down 250 against India in Ranchi, pointing to flat pitches, dew, small boundaries and the IPL’s Impact Player rule as factors making things harder for bowlers.

‘Just install a bowling machine’: Chahal reacts to flat tracks after West Indies’ 250-run chase

The Indian men’s cricket team will host West Indies for a three-match ODI and five-match T20I series from Sep 27 to Oct 17, with all eight matches to be played at different venues across India. Shubman Gill will lead India in the ODI series, while Shreyas Iyer will captain the T20I team. Shai Hope will be West Indies’ captain in both formats.&nbsp;The ODI series will begin on Sept 27 in Thiruvananthapuram, followed by matches in Guwahati on Sept 30 and New Chandigarh on Oct 3.&nbsp;The five-match T20I series will then be played in Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru on October 6, 9, 11, 14 and 17, respectively.&nbsp;India have picked strong squads for both formats and will look to make the most of their home conditions before travelling to New Zealand for an all-format series.<h3>Venues for India vs West Indies 2026 series</h3><ul><li>&nbsp;Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram</li><li>Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati</li><li>Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh</li><li>Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow</li><li>JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi</li><li>Holkar Stadium, Indore</li><li>Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad</li><li>M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru</li></ul>Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-coach-walter-wants-to-see-india-s-sooryavanshi-on-pacy-and-bouncy-wickets-1790239605694">New Zealand coach Walter wants to see India's Sooryavanshi 'on pacy and bouncy wickets'</a><h3>Match timings</h3><ul><li>All three ODIs will begin at 1:30 pm IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:00 pm.</li><li>The five T20Is will start at 7:00 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 6:30 pm.</li></ul><h3>Full schedule of India vs West Indies 2026 series</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date</td><td>Day</td><td>Match</td><td>Venue</td><td>Start Time (IST)</td></tr><tr><td>Sep 27</td><td>Sunday</td><td>1st ODI</td><td>Thiruvananthapuram</td><td>01:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Sep 30</td><td>Wednesday</td><td>2nd ODI</td><td>Guwahati</td><td>01:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Oct 3</td><td>Saturday</td><td>3rd ODI</td><td>New Chandigarh</td><td>01:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Oct 6</td><td>Tuesday</td><td>1st T20I</td><td>Lucknow</td><td>07:00 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Oct 9</td><td>Friday</td><td>2nd T20I</td><td>Ranchi</td><td>07:00 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Oct 11</td><td>Sunday</td><td>3rd T20I</td><td>Indore</td><td>07:00 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Oct 14</td><td>Wednesday</td><td>4th T20I</td><td>Hyderabad</td><td>07:00 PM</td></tr><tr><td>Oct 17</td><td>Saturday</td><td>5th T20I</td><td>Bengaluru</td><td>07:00 PM</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h3>India squads</h3>ODI: Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (VC &amp; WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Naman Dhir&nbsp;T20I: Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav and Mayank Yadav&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-benchmark-for-all-pakistani-teams-says-head-coach-mike-hesson-ahead-of-asian-games-1790224375215">'India benchmark for all Pakistani teams,' says head coach Mike Hesson</a><h3>West Indies squads</h3>ODI: Shai Hope (C), Jewel Andrew, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Vitel Lawes, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Sherfane Rutherford and Jayden Seales&nbsp;T20I: Shai Hope (C), Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Kamil Pooran, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Quentin Sampson, Romario Shepherd and Shamar Springer<h3>Live streaming and telecast</h3>The India vs West Indies ODI and T20I series will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network in India. Fans can also watch all eight matches online through the JioHotstar app and website.

India will face the West Indies in a three-match ODI and five-match T20I series across eight venues in India from Sep 27 to Oct 17.

The Indian men’s cricket team will host West Indies for a three-match ODI and five-match T20I series from Sep 27 to Oct 17, with all eight matches to be played at different venues across India. Shubman Gill will lead India in the ODI series, while Shreyas Iyer will captain the T20I team. Shai Hope will be West Indies’ captain in both formats. The ODI series will begin on Sept 27 in Thiruvananthapuram, followed by matches in Guwahati on Sept 30 and New Chandigarh on Oct 3. The five-match T20I series will then be played in Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru on October 6, 9, 11, 14 and 17, respectively. India have picked strong squads for both formats and will look to make the most of their home conditions before travelling to New Zealand for an all-format series. Venues for India vs West Indies 2026 series Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi Holkar Stadium, Indore Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Also Read - New Zealand coach Walter wants to see India's Sooryavanshi 'on pacy and bouncy wickets' Match timings All three ODIs will begin at 1:30 pm IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:00 pm. The five T20Is will start at 7:00 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 6:30 pm. Full schedule of India vs West Indies 2026 series

India will face the West Indies in a three-match ODI and five-match T20I series across eight venues in India from Sep 27 to Oct 17.

IND vs WI 2026: Series schedule, dates, venues, live streaming and all you need to know

Sanju Samson hogged all the limelight for his unbeaten 97 against the West Indies in India’s last Super 8 match in Kolkata on Sunday (Mar 1). Samson's match-winning knock helped India qualify for the T20 World Cup semi-final, and his team captain, Suryakumar Yadav, was in awe of his record-smashing outing. While SKY was praising Sanju for helping India punch the final-four ticket, Samson’s Bollywood-style reply won hearts. Shortly after India completed a record chase at the T20 World Cup, the two spoke on the BCCI.tv.&nbsp;The Indian captain couldn’t stop talking highly of Samson, recalled to the playing XI from the Zimbabwe game onwards. Although he provided his team with a blistering start even in the previous match, Sanju departed inside the Powerplay before getting the job done against the West Indies in the virtual knockout.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/respect-the-name-sanju-samson-social-media-goes-bonkers-as-india-complete-record-chase-against-west-indies-to-qualify-for-t20-world-cup-semifinal-1772386776664">'Respect the name - Sanju Samson': Social media goes bonkers as India complete record chase to qualify for semis</a> &nbsp;"I always say good things happen to good people and at the right time. No better time, no better stage for someone like him (Samson) to step up and give the team what the team required. The moment he came into the side, I think the first thing that he said amongst the group when we sat together was, let's do something which the team wants, not what you want," SKY said of Samson’s timeless knock during the post-match analysis on BCCI.tv.&nbsp; &nbsp;"In life, we've seen so many things, so many ups and downs. I don't want to take you back to what happened in the whole year, losing his position, batting out of position, and then coming back batting at the same position.” &nbsp;The Indian captain stressed how a knock like Samson’s (unbeaten 97) helps define ICC tournaments for a team, while also praising the gloveman for displaying courage on such a significant stage.&nbsp; &nbsp;"It's not easy to win the World Cup. The World Cups, the ICC tournaments, and the games which you play in ICC tournaments are won by courageous people, and this was a courageous knock. He can already get carried away by a good start, but then the way he was batting, he held one side together, took the team through. And he deserves all the credit. I'm very happy for him, his wife, his family back home, and all the people who love him, support him. We're just one more step closer. Hopefully, this may continue. I have a lot of things to say, but then, I'm very happy. He deserves everything," the Indian captain concluded, praising Samson.&nbsp; &nbsp;Hearing all of this from a closer distance, Sanju jokingly said to him in Hindi, ‘Rulayega kya pagle? (Do you want to see me tear up?)&nbsp;&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO -

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sanju Samson to Surya Kumar yadav: 🗣️ Rulaoge Kya Pagle 😭😂<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SanjuSamson?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SanjuSamson</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/indvswi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#indvswi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SuryakumarYadav?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SuryakumarYadav</a> <a href="https://t.co/pNBBOZBJQR">pic.twitter.com/pNBBOZBJQR</a>&mdash; ` (@LoyalCskFan) <a href="https://twitter.com/LoyalCskFan/status/2028327790584775154?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, with two wins from three Super 8 matches, Team India finished as the second-ranked team in Group 1, meaning they will challenge England in the second semi-final on March 5 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Watch Sanju Samson’s hilarious 'Bollywood style' response to captain SKY after India’s dominant win over West Indies in the T20 World Cup Super 8s. Don't miss the video!

Sanju Samson hogged all the limelight for his unbeaten 97 against the West Indies in India’s last Super 8 match in Kolkata on Sunday (Mar 1). Samson's match-winning knock helped India qualify for the T20 World Cup semi-final, and his team captain, Suryakumar Yadav, was in awe of his record-smashing outing. While SKY was praising Sanju for helping India punch the final-four ticket, Samson’s Bollywood-style reply won hearts. Shortly after India completed a record chase at the T20 World Cup, the two spoke on the BCCI.tv. The Indian captain couldn’t stop talking highly of Samson, recalled to the playing XI from the Zimbabwe game onwards. Although he provided his team with a blistering start even in the previous match, Sanju departed inside the Powerplay before getting the job done against the West Indies in the virtual knockout. Also read | 'Respect the name - Sanju Samson': Social media goes bonkers as India complete record chase to qualify for semis "I always say good things happen to good people and at the right time. No better time, no better stage for someone like him (Samson) to step up and give the team what the team required. The moment he came into the side, I think the first thing that he said amongst the group when we sat together was, let's do something which the team wants, not what you want," SKY said of Samson’s timeless knock during the post-match analysis on BCCI.tv. "In life, we've seen so many things, so many ups and downs. I don't want to take you back to what happened in the whole year, losing his position, batting out of position, and then coming back batting at the same position.” The Indian captain stressed how a knock like Samson’s (unbeaten 97) helps define ICC tournaments for a team, while also praising the gloveman for displaying courage on such a significant stage. "It's not easy to win the World Cup. The World Cups, the ICC tournaments, and the games which you play in ICC tournaments are won by courageous people, and this was a courageous knock. He can already get carried away by a good start, but then the way he was batting, he held one side together, took the team through. And he deserves all the credit. I'm very happy for him, his wife, his family back home, and all the people who love him, support him. We're just one more step closer. Hopefully, this may continue. I have a lot of things to say, but then, I'm very happy. He deserves everything," the Indian captain concluded, praising Samson. Hearing all of this from a closer distance, Sanju jokingly said to him in Hindi, ‘Rulayega kya pagle? (Do you want to see me tear up?) WATCH VIDEO -

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Samson responds to captain SKY in Bollywood style after crushing WI in Super 8 fixture – WATCH

West Indies captain Shai Hope reacted strongly to a reporter after his team lost to India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday (Mar 1) at the Eden Gardens. The Men in Blue defeated the West Indies by five wickets in their final Super 8 match to reach the semi-finals. It was not a good day for Hope, as he managed to score only 32 runs from 33 balls before being bowled by Varun Chakravarthy.&nbsp;&nbsp;After the match, Hope was asked if he felt responsible for not scoring faster and whether his slow innings affected the team’s total. At first, he said he could have increased his scoring rate earlier. But when the same question was repeated, he replied in a sharp tone, saying he would take the blame if that was what people wanted to hear.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-israel-iran-war-formula-1-2026-opening-weekend-preparations-in-australia-hit-amid-middle-east-conflict-1772429909745">US-Israel attack Iran | Formula 1 2026 opening weekend preparations in Australia hit amid Middle East conflict</a>&nbsp;“You all make me laugh, man. Yes, I'll take the blame if that's what you want me to say. I should have batted a lot faster. That's what you wanted me to say. But in situations like this, when you're struggling, everyone struggles. But like I said, I don't think I was batting badly. It's just that I was hitting the fielders and then trying to play the situation a bit more. Obviously, I wanted to bat a little bit deeper into the innings and face most of the spin threat in the middle. But I just didn't get going today. But yes, I'll take the blame. So that's what you want me to say,” Hope said at the post-match press conference.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the match, Hope started the innings very slowly, making only two runs from his first eight balls. He later hit Hardik Pandya for a six and a four to build some momentum, however, he found it difficult to score against the spinners and was eventually bowled. He also shared a 68-run opening partnership with Roston Chase, who scored 40 from 25 balls.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-isreal-iran-war-iran-s-participation-in-fifa-world-cup-2026-unlikely-amid-ongoing-attacks-1772420510367"> FIFA WC 2026 | Iran's participation 'unlikely' after US-Israel attacks</a>&nbsp;The West Indies finished with 195/4 in 20 overs. But the total proved insufficient, as Sanju Samson scored an unbeaten 97 from 50 balls to help India chase the target in 19.2 overs and move into the semi-finals. India will now face England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

India’s five-wicket victory over the West Indies secured them a place in the semi-finals. They will now face England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

West Indies captain Shai Hope reacted strongly to a reporter after his team lost to India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday (Mar 1) at the Eden Gardens. The Men in Blue defeated the West Indies by five wickets in their final Super 8 match to reach the semi-finals. It was not a good day for Hope, as he managed to score only 32 runs from 33 balls before being bowled by Varun Chakravarthy. After the match, Hope was asked if he felt responsible for not scoring faster and whether his slow innings affected the team’s total. At first, he said he could have increased his scoring rate earlier. But when the same question was repeated, he replied in a sharp tone, saying he would take the blame if that was what people wanted to hear. Also Read - US-Israel attack Iran | Formula 1 2026 opening weekend preparations in Australia hit amid Middle East conflict “You all make me laugh, man. Yes, I'll take the blame if that's what you want me to say. I should have batted a lot faster. That's what you wanted me to say. But in situations like this, when you're struggling, everyone struggles. But like I said, I don't think I was batting badly. It's just that I was hitting the fielders and then trying to play the situation a bit more. Obviously, I wanted to bat a little bit deeper into the innings and face most of the spin threat in the middle. But I just didn't get going today. But yes, I'll take the blame. So that's what you want me to say,” Hope said at the post-match press conference. During the match, Hope started the innings very slowly, making only two runs from his first eight balls. He later hit Hardik Pandya for a six and a four to build some momentum, however, he found it difficult to score against the spinners and was eventually bowled. He also shared a 68-run opening partnership with Roston Chase, who scored 40 from 25 balls. Also Read - FIFA WC 2026 | Iran's participation 'unlikely' after US-Israel attacks The West Indies finished with 195/4 in 20 overs. But the total proved insufficient, as Sanju Samson scored an unbeaten 97 from 50 balls to help India chase the target in 19.2 overs and move into the semi-finals. India will now face England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

India’s five-wicket victory over the West Indies secured them a place in the semi-finals. They will now face England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

T20 World Cup 2026 | '32 off 33 balls': WI skipper Shai Hope takes blame for loss vs India

Sanju Samson helped India punch their ticket to the semifinal of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 as the Men in Blue beat West Indies at the iconic Eden Gardens on Sunday (Mar 1). In a full-house Eden Gardens, India’s win comes as a statement as they chased down 196 runs and won by five wickets in a do-or-die contest with Samson scoring an unbeaten 97. The win means India, as Super 8 Group 1 runners-up, will take on England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday (Mar 5) for a place in the final.<h2>Samson leads India into final</h2>Needing to chase 196 runs to win, it was Samson’s evening as he played a knock of 97 runs off 50 deliveries to set the tone. Despite losing Abhishek Sharma (10) in the third over, Samson continued to hold one end for the Men in Blue as he helped India reach their third consecutive semis and sixth overall. Samson’s innings consisted of 12 fours and 4 sixes and was the architect of India’s win at the Eden Gardens.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;The Indian opener was given vital hands in the middle order, including skipper Suryakumar Yadav (18), Tilak Varma (27) and Hardik Pandya (17).&nbsp;Despite using seven bowlers, the West Indies were not able to avoid defeat, with India now set for the semis.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>What happened in West Indies innings?</h2>Batting first, West Indies had a brilliant start as Shai Hope (32) and Roston Chase (40) put together 68 runs for the opening wicket. Both set the tone for a big score for the West Indies as Shimron Hetmyer (27) and Sherfane Rutherford (14) also added to the team’s cause. While India were struggling with their sixth bowling option, West Indies made the most of the situation.&nbsp;Rovman Powell (unbeaten 34) and Jason Holder (37) helped the Caribbean side reach a total of nearly 200. The pair put together 76 off 35 to help West Indies reach 195/4 in their 20 overs.&nbsp;Jasprit Bumrah ended with figures of 36/2 while there were wickets a piece of Hardik Pandya and Varun Chakaravarthy.

In a full-house Eden Gardens, India’s win comes as a statement as they chased down 196 runs and won by 5 wickets in a do-or-die contest with Sanju Samson scoring an unbeaten 97. The win means India, as Super 8 Group 1 runners-up, will take on England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. 

Sanju Samson helped India punch their ticket to the semifinal of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 as the Men in Blue beat West Indies at the iconic Eden Gardens on Sunday (Mar 1). In a full-house Eden Gardens, India’s win comes as a statement as they chased down 196 runs and won by five wickets in a do-or-die contest with Samson scoring an unbeaten 97. The win means India, as Super 8 Group 1 runners-up, will take on England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday (Mar 5) for a place in the final. Samson leads India into final Needing to chase 196 runs to win, it was Samson’s evening as he played a knock of 97 runs off 50 deliveries to set the tone. Despite losing Abhishek Sharma (10) in the third over, Samson continued to hold one end for the Men in Blue as he helped India reach their third consecutive semis and sixth overall. Samson’s innings consisted of 12 fours and 4 sixes and was the architect of India’s win at the Eden Gardens. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli The Indian opener was given vital hands in the middle order, including skipper Suryakumar Yadav (18), Tilak Varma (27) and Hardik Pandya (17). Despite using seven bowlers, the West Indies were not able to avoid defeat, with India now set for the semis. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds What happened in West Indies innings? Batting first, West Indies had a brilliant start as Shai Hope (32) and Roston Chase (40) put together 68 runs for the opening wicket. Both set the tone for a big score for the West Indies as Shimron Hetmyer (27) and Sherfane Rutherford (14) also added to the team’s cause. While India were struggling with their sixth bowling option, West Indies made the most of the situation. Rovman Powell (unbeaten 34) and Jason Holder (37) helped the Caribbean side reach a total of nearly 200. The pair put together 76 off 35 to help West Indies reach 195/4 in their 20 overs. Jasprit Bumrah ended with figures of 36/2 while there were wickets a piece of Hardik Pandya and Varun Chakaravarthy.

In a full-house Eden Gardens, India’s win comes as a statement as they chased down 196 runs and won by 5 wickets in a do-or-die contest with Sanju Samson scoring an unbeaten 97. The win means India, as Super 8 Group 1 runners-up, will take on England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.&nbsp;

T20 World Cup 2026: Samson smashes India into semis with statement win over West Indies at Eden Gardens

India batter Rinku Singh's father Khanchand Singh passed away in wee hours of Friday (Feb 27) at a private hospital in Greater Noida in National Capital Region (NCR) of India. The cricketer's father was battling with prolonged ilness and was on ventilator support before breathing his last on Friday. Khanchand was suffering from stage 4 liver cancer and his condition deteriorated in the last three-four days. The cricketer, who is part of India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, had left the team prior to match against Zimbabwe (Feb 26) to be with his family but had joined the squad in time for the contest.<h2>Rinku Singh's father no more</h2>Speaking about the demise of Rinku's father, Dr. Sunil Kumar, spokesperson of Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where Khanchand was receiving the treatment, said: "His condition had deteriorated significantly in recent days, following which he had been admitted to the hospital on February 21. He was placed on ventilator support and breathed his last early this morning," as reported by new agency PTI.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-don-t-smile-count-to-3-atx-open-offers-rage-room-to-players-what-is-it-and-how-players-will-benefit-1772167927953">'Don’t smile &amp; count to 3': ATX Open gets RAGE ROOM for players to deal with emotions away from camera</a>"He had been unwell for quite some time. He was suffering from liver cancer. For the past three to four days, he was on ventilator support," added Rinku's childhood coach Masood Amini as per PTi Videos.<h2>What next for Rinku Singh</h2>The cricketer, as informed by coach Amini, will attend his father's furneal which will take place in Aligarh - Rinku's home town where his father raised the family by working as a LPG gas cylinder distributor.With India's next in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 scheduled on Sunday (Mar 1), it is not clear as of now if Rinku will be available for selection or not. The match is a virtual quarter-final for both India and West Indies with the winner set to advance to the semis along with South Africa from Group 1.

With India's next in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 scheduled on Sunday (Mar 1), it is not clear as of now if Rinku will be available for selection or not. The match is a virtual quarter-final for both India and WI with the winner set to advance to the semis along with South Africa from Group 1.

India batter Rinku Singh's father Khanchand Singh passed away in wee hours of Friday (Feb 27) at a private hospital in Greater Noida in National Capital Region (NCR) of India. The cricketer's father was battling with prolonged ilness and was on ventilator support before breathing his last on Friday. Khanchand was suffering from stage 4 liver cancer and his condition deteriorated in the last three-four days. The cricketer, who is part of India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, had left the team prior to match against Zimbabwe (Feb 26) to be with his family but had joined the squad in time for the contest. Rinku Singh's father no more Speaking about the demise of Rinku's father, Dr. Sunil Kumar, spokesperson of Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where Khanchand was receiving the treatment, said: "His condition had deteriorated significantly in recent days, following which he had been admitted to the hospital on February 21. He was placed on ventilator support and breathed his last early this morning," as reported by new agency PTI. Also Read - 'Don’t smile & count to 3': ATX Open gets RAGE ROOM for players to deal with emotions away from camera "He had been unwell for quite some time. He was suffering from liver cancer. For the past three to four days, he was on ventilator support," added Rinku's childhood coach Masood Amini as per PTi Videos. What next for Rinku Singh The cricketer, as informed by coach Amini, will attend his father's furneal which will take place in Aligarh - Rinku's home town where his father raised the family by working as a LPG gas cylinder distributor. With India's next in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 scheduled on Sunday (Mar 1), it is not clear as of now if Rinku will be available for selection or not. The match is a virtual quarter-final for both India and West Indies with the winner set to advance to the semis along with South Africa from Group 1.

With India's next in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 scheduled on Sunday (Mar 1), it is not clear as of now if Rinku will be available for selection or not. The match is a virtual quarter-final for both India and WI with the winner set to advance to the semis along with South Africa from Group 1.

India batter Rinku Singh's father passes away after prolonged battle with cancer

India are a win away from reaching the semifinal of the T20 World Cup 2026 after thrashing Zimbabwe on Thursday (Feb 26) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The 72-run win means India just need a win on Sunday against the West Indies in their final Super 8 Group 1 match and take another step towards defending their T20 World Cup title. However, there could be one factor that could seal the fate for the Men in Blue on Sunday and it is not the form of their openers nor the opposition, the West Indies.<h2>THIS factor can stop India from reaching the semis</h2>After Thursday’s result, both India and the West Indies have two points each with a game in hand. However, for the time being, both teams are separated by the net run rate (NRR), with West Indies sitting above India. The Caribbean side has an NRR of 1.791 while India sit third with an NRR of -0.100. Since a win for either side will see them through on four points, NRR won’t be an obstacle for either side.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;However, if rain plays spoilsport in Kolkata on Sunday (Mar 1) and the match is washed out, both teams will settle for one point each. In this case, even if Zimbabwe beat South Africa, both India and the West Indies will avoid the bottom spot and end with three points each.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;In this scenario, the second spot in Group 1 will be decided by NRR, where the West Indies edge India. If the match is washed out, India will face elimination and will be hoping for no rain gods to be kind in their virtual quarterfinal.&nbsp;Considering the winner goes through to the semis and the loser goes home, the clash will be a virtual quarterfinal. The winner will join England, South Africa and one more team (most likely New Zealand) in the semis and challenge for the 2026 T20 World Cup title.

The 72-run win against Zimbabwe means India just need a win on Sunday against the West Indies in their final Super 8 Group 1 match and take another step towards defending their T20 World Cup title.

India are a win away from reaching the semifinal of the T20 World Cup 2026 after thrashing Zimbabwe on Thursday (Feb 26) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The 72-run win means India just need a win on Sunday against the West Indies in their final Super 8 Group 1 match and take another step towards defending their T20 World Cup title. However, there could be one factor that could seal the fate for the Men in Blue on Sunday and it is not the form of their openers nor the opposition, the West Indies. THIS factor can stop India from reaching the semis After Thursday’s result, both India and the West Indies have two points each with a game in hand. However, for the time being, both teams are separated by the net run rate (NRR), with West Indies sitting above India. The Caribbean side has an NRR of 1.791 while India sit third with an NRR of -0.100. Since a win for either side will see them through on four points, NRR won’t be an obstacle for either side. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds However, if rain plays spoilsport in Kolkata on Sunday (Mar 1) and the match is washed out, both teams will settle for one point each. In this case, even if Zimbabwe beat South Africa, both India and the West Indies will avoid the bottom spot and end with three points each. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli In this scenario, the second spot in Group 1 will be decided by NRR, where the West Indies edge India. If the match is washed out, India will face elimination and will be hoping for no rain gods to be kind in their virtual quarterfinal. Considering the winner goes through to the semis and the loser goes home, the clash will be a virtual quarterfinal. The winner will join England, South Africa and one more team (most likely New Zealand) in the semis and challenge for the 2026 T20 World Cup title.

The 72-run win against Zimbabwe means India just need a win on Sunday against the West Indies in their final Super 8 Group 1 match and take another step towards defending their T20 World Cup title.

T20 World Cup 2026 scenarios: Not poor form, not West Indies, but THIS factor can stop India from reaching semis

No calculators will be required on Sunday (Mar 1) when India and the West Indies face off in the final Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup 2026, as one semifinal spot remains up for grabs. With an eventful Thursday in the T20 World Cup, where India beat Zimbabwe and South Africa got the better of the West Indies, all eyes will be on Sunday, when Group 1 will be decided. With two more matches, we take a detailed look at who can seal semifinal qualification and who is out of the race.<h2>What we know so far?</h2>After Thursday’s results, South Africa (four points from two matches) are officially through to the semifinal of the T20 World Cup, joining England, who have sealed their qualification from Super 8 Group 2. Also in Group 2, Zimbabwe (no points from two matches) are officially out of the tournament, meaning only India (two points from two matches) and the West Indies (two points from two matches) have the opportunity to join South Africa in the semis from Group 1.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a><h2>What needs to happen for India to seal semis spot?</h2>As things stand, both India and the West Indies will go head-to-head in the final Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup on Sunday. While India have a negative net run rate (NRR) and the West Indies have a positive NRR, it won’t be part of the equation unless rain washes out the match in Kolkata on Sunday. If India beat West Indies on Sunday, they will be through to the semis to defend their T20 World Cup title, while the same applies to the West Indies.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;The clash will be a virtual quarterfinal, considering the winner goes through and the loser goes home.&nbsp;In another scenario, the winner of the India vs West Indies match will have the opportunity to topple South Africa for the top spot, but that remains a rarity considering the type of cricket the Proteas are playing. This scenario also needs South Africa to lose to Zimbabwe, which remains out of the window for now.

After Thursday’s results, South Africa (four points from two matches) are officially through to the semifinal of the T20 World Cup, joining England, who have sealed their qualification from Super 8 Group 2. 

No calculators will be required on Sunday (Mar 1) when India and the West Indies face off in the final Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup 2026, as one semifinal spot remains up for grabs. With an eventful Thursday in the T20 World Cup, where India beat Zimbabwe and South Africa got the better of the West Indies, all eyes will be on Sunday, when Group 1 will be decided. With two more matches, we take a detailed look at who can seal semifinal qualification and who is out of the race. What we know so far? After Thursday’s results, South Africa (four points from two matches) are officially through to the semifinal of the T20 World Cup, joining England, who have sealed their qualification from Super 8 Group 2. Also in Group 2, Zimbabwe (no points from two matches) are officially out of the tournament, meaning only India (two points from two matches) and the West Indies (two points from two matches) have the opportunity to join South Africa in the semis from Group 1. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli What needs to happen for India to seal semis spot? As things stand, both India and the West Indies will go head-to-head in the final Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup on Sunday. While India have a negative net run rate (NRR) and the West Indies have a positive NRR, it won’t be part of the equation unless rain washes out the match in Kolkata on Sunday. If India beat West Indies on Sunday, they will be through to the semis to defend their T20 World Cup title, while the same applies to the West Indies. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds The clash will be a virtual quarterfinal, considering the winner goes through and the loser goes home. In another scenario, the winner of the India vs West Indies match will have the opportunity to topple South Africa for the top spot, but that remains a rarity considering the type of cricket the Proteas are playing. This scenario also needs South Africa to lose to Zimbabwe, which remains out of the window for now.

After Thursday’s results, South Africa (four points from two matches) are officially through to the semifinal of the T20 World Cup, joining England, who have sealed their qualification from Super 8 Group 2.&nbsp;

T20 World Cup 2026 scenarios: NO CALCULATORS NEEDED! Here's how India can seal semifinal spot vs West Indies

India batter Sai Sudharsan has lauded backing by head coach Gautam Gambhir during his initial introduction to the Test cricket. Sai made his debut under new skipper Shubman Gill in England but was out for duck in his first innings. His rest of the series didn't well either as he managed only 140 runs in 7 innings at an average of 23.33 with just one fifty to his name. The batter was included in the West Indies home Test series despite England failures and eventually came good after underwhelming performance in Ahmedabad Test.<h2>Sai Sudharsan lauds Gambhir's backing</h2>"GG [Gambhir] sir called me (after net session before second Test) and said, 'You are not getting desperate. You are one of the best players in the country. So do not think about any of the other things. Don't think that you have to score runs in this game or what will happen if you don't'," the batter said from Bengaluru, as reported by ESPNCricinfo, where he'll be vice-captain in upcoming India A matches against South Africa.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-1stt20i-suryakumar-becomes-second-indian-to-hit-150-t20i-sixes-after-rohit-1761734695839">IND vs AUS, 1st T20I: SKY second Indian to achieve THIS milestone after Rohit</a>"He told me, 'You will play.' The way he said that gave me so much confidence and freedom. I was trying to be more free and not think about external factors or the magnitude of things. But when you hear it from the head coach himself, the perspective and environment change drastically," the batter added.<h2>Sudharsan's rise in international cricket</h2>With Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, and Rohit Sharma retired along with Ajinkya Rahane sidelined, Sudharsan was seen as one of the batters to plug the middle-order hole. After his not so great debut series in England and the first Test at home against West Indies, he came good in the second Test in Delhi.The batter scored 87 in the first innings in Delhi Test before scoring 39 in the second innings. He is expected to play in the upcoming home Test series against South Africa as well before the focus turns to white-ball, especially T20Is, with next year's World Cup in eyesight.

With Kohli, Pujara, and Rohit Sharma retired along with  Rahane sidelined, Sudharsan was seen as one of the batters to plug the middle-order hole. After his not so great debut series in England and the first Test at home against West Indies, he came good in the second Test in Delhi.

India batter Sai Sudharsan has lauded backing by head coach Gautam Gambhir during his initial introduction to the Test cricket. Sai made his debut under new skipper Shubman Gill in England but was out for duck in his first innings. His rest of the series didn't well either as he managed only 140 runs in 7 innings at an average of 23.33 with just one fifty to his name. The batter was included in the West Indies home Test series despite England failures and eventually came good after underwhelming performance in Ahmedabad Test. Sai Sudharsan lauds Gambhir's backing "GG [Gambhir] sir called me (after net session before second Test) and said, 'You are not getting desperate. You are one of the best players in the country. So do not think about any of the other things. Don't think that you have to score runs in this game or what will happen if you don't'," the batter said from Bengaluru, as reported by ESPNCricinfo, where he'll be vice-captain in upcoming India A matches against South Africa. Also Read - IND vs AUS, 1st T20I: SKY second Indian to achieve THIS milestone after Rohit "He told me, 'You will play.' The way he said that gave me so much confidence and freedom. I was trying to be more free and not think about external factors or the magnitude of things. But when you hear it from the head coach himself, the perspective and environment change drastically," the batter added. Sudharsan's rise in international cricket With Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, and Rohit Sharma retired along with Ajinkya Rahane sidelined, Sudharsan was seen as one of the batters to plug the middle-order hole. After his not so great debut series in England and the first Test at home against West Indies, he came good in the second Test in Delhi. The batter scored 87 in the first innings in Delhi Test before scoring 39 in the second innings. He is expected to play in the upcoming home Test series against South Africa as well before the focus turns to white-ball, especially T20Is, with next year's World Cup in eyesight.

With Kohli, Pujara, and Rohit Sharma retired along with &nbsp;Rahane sidelined, Sudharsan was seen as one of the batters to plug the middle-order hole. After his not so great debut series in England and the first Test at home against West Indies, he came good in the second Test in Delhi.

Sai Sudharsan lauds Gambhir's backing, says coach told him 'don't think that you have to score runs' before Delhi Test vs WI

India have won their first series in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle with clean sweep of West Indies in two-match home series. Before the series, India had drawn the five-Test series in England 2-2 and currently are at the third place on the WTC points table. Australia, who have won three out of three Tests played so far in the current cycle, are on the top while Sri Lanka are on the second spot with one win and one draw from two Tests played.<h2>Latest WTC 2025-27 Points table after India vs West Indies series</h2>India have played seven Tests so far in the current cycle and have managed to win four of them with two losses and one draw. They currently have 52 points or 61.90 per cent of total available and are at the third place. Australia are number one with 36 points (100 per cent) and Sri Lanka are second with 16 points (66.67 per cent). India's next Test series is against South Africa at home which begins mid-November after the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia where India are scheduled to play three ODIs, starting October 19 followed by five T20Is.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashwin-echoes-kohli-s-2019-views-on-test-venues-to-be-numbered-in-india-1760508424290">Ashwin echoes Kohli's 2019 views on Test venues to be numbered in India</a><h2>Updated WTC 2025-27 Points Table</h2>Each Test match win is worth 12 points in the ongoing cycle while six points are awarded for a tie and four points for a draw. Below is the latest points table after recently-concluded India vs West Indies Test series:<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Pos</td><td>Team</td><td>Matches</td><td>Won</td><td>Lost</td><td>Drawn</td><td>NR</td><td>Points</td><td>PCT</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Australia</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>36</td><td>100.00</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>16</td><td>66.67</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>India</td><td>7</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>52</td><td>61.90</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>England</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>26</td><td>43.33</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Bangladesh</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>16.67</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>West Indies</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>New Zealand</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Pakistan</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>South Africa</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Australia are number one with 36 points (100 per cent) and Sri Lanka are second with 16 points (66.67 per cent). India currently have 52 points or 61.90 per cent of total available and are at the third place.

India have won their first series in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle with clean sweep of West Indies in two-match home series. Before the series, India had drawn the five-Test series in England 2-2 and currently are at the third place on the WTC points table. Australia, who have won three out of three Tests played so far in the current cycle, are on the top while Sri Lanka are on the second spot with one win and one draw from two Tests played. Latest WTC 2025-27 Points table after India vs West Indies series India have played seven Tests so far in the current cycle and have managed to win four of them with two losses and one draw. They currently have 52 points or 61.90 per cent of total available and are at the third place. Australia are number one with 36 points (100 per cent) and Sri Lanka are second with 16 points (66.67 per cent). India's next Test series is against South Africa at home which begins mid-November after the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia where India are scheduled to play three ODIs, starting October 19 followed by five T20Is. Also Read - Ashwin echoes Kohli's 2019 views on Test venues to be numbered in India Updated WTC 2025-27 Points Table Each Test match win is worth 12 points in the ongoing cycle while six points are awarded for a tie and four points for a draw. Below is the latest points table after recently-concluded India vs West Indies Test series: Pos Team Matches Won Lost Drawn NR Points PCT 1 Australia 3 3 0 0 0 36 100.00 2 Sri Lanka 2 1 0 1 0 16 66.67 3 India 7 4 2 1 0 52 61.90 4 England 5 2 2 1 0 26 43.33 5 Bangladesh 2 0 1 1 0 4 16.67 6 West Indies 5 0 5 0 0 0 0.00 7 New Zealand 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00 8 Pakistan 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00 9 South Africa 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00

Australia are number one with 36 points (100 per cent) and Sri Lanka are second with 16 points (66.67 per cent). India currently have 52 points or 61.90 per cent of total available and are at the third place.

World Test Championship 2025-27 Updated Points Table: India third, Australia first with Sri Lanka in between

India may have won the two-match home Test series against West Indies 2-0 but the crowd during both the Tests was disappointing as well as the pitches. After the series, India coach Gautam Gambhir advocated for better pitches in red-ball cricket for the 'nicks to carry.' Echoing his stance, former India spinner Ravi Ashwin has also called for Test venues in the country to be numbered - something former skipper Virat Kohli had said in 2019. Both, Virat and Ashwin retired from Test cricket this year along with Rohit Sharma as India started the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle under new skipper Shubman Gill.<h2>Ashwin wants Test venues numbered, just like Kohli had asked</h2>"Test centres is not about crowds alone. It is also about the familiarity of conditions. If we are playing a Test in Guwahati or Ranchi, I am not against these venues as a possibility. But the problem in India is every surface has a different identity. There is literally no bounce in the Eastern part of the country. It becomes a very ordinary Test match pitch then," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel after the series. &nbsp;"Otherwise, the only point is you are playing within that Indian map as home, but it is not home," he added.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-verbal-duel-truly-on-ex-england-pacer-broad-calls-australia-weakest-since-2010-1760500500148">Ashes verbal duel truly on - Ex-England pacer Broad calls Australia 'weakest since 2010'</a><h2>West Indies second innings in Delhi brings pitches in focus</h2>India had elected to bat first in Delhi Test, second of the series, and scored 515 runs in the first innings before declaring. In reply, West Indies were bowled out for 248 in the first innings and were given a follow-on. The visitors looked more settled on a benign pitch, scoring 390 runs with two centurions in the scorecard. The fact that India had to bat again and the Test was stretched into the fifth day, put focus on the quality of pitch and of the venue due to lack of crowd.

After Virat Kohli asked the Test venues to be numbered in India, Ashwin had echoed the same view post India's 2-0 series win against West Indies which failed to attract any crowd.

India may have won the two-match home Test series against West Indies 2-0 but the crowd during both the Tests was disappointing as well as the pitches. After the series, India coach Gautam Gambhir advocated for better pitches in red-ball cricket for the 'nicks to carry.' Echoing his stance, former India spinner Ravi Ashwin has also called for Test venues in the country to be numbered - something former skipper Virat Kohli had said in 2019. Both, Virat and Ashwin retired from Test cricket this year along with Rohit Sharma as India started the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle under new skipper Shubman Gill. Ashwin wants Test venues numbered, just like Kohli had asked "Test centres is not about crowds alone. It is also about the familiarity of conditions. If we are playing a Test in Guwahati or Ranchi, I am not against these venues as a possibility. But the problem in India is every surface has a different identity. There is literally no bounce in the Eastern part of the country. It becomes a very ordinary Test match pitch then," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel after the series. "Otherwise, the only point is you are playing within that Indian map as home, but it is not home," he added. Also Read - Ashes verbal duel truly on - Ex-England pacer Broad calls Australia 'weakest since 2010' West Indies second innings in Delhi brings pitches in focus India had elected to bat first in Delhi Test, second of the series, and scored 515 runs in the first innings before declaring. In reply, West Indies were bowled out for 248 in the first innings and were given a follow-on. The visitors looked more settled on a benign pitch, scoring 390 runs with two centurions in the scorecard. The fact that India had to bat again and the Test was stretched into the fifth day, put focus on the quality of pitch and of the venue due to lack of crowd.

After Virat Kohli asked the Test venues to be numbered in India, Ashwin had echoed the same view post India's 2-0 series win against West Indies which failed to attract any crowd.

Ashwin echoes Kohli's 2019 views on Test venues to be numbered in India

India made light work of the West Indies in the second Test match in Delhi as they got the better of the visitors by seven wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The win also saw India pocket the series 2-0, thereby strengthening their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. However, the big question is whether Test cricket needs a two-tier promotion-relegation format, with the West Indies not standing tall against the elite sides.<h2>Is there a difference in standards?</h2>The Indian team on Tuesday (Oct 14) dismantled the West Indies to pocket the series, playing just eight days of cricket across two Test matches. When compared to India’s tour of England, Shubman Gill’s side was in action for all 25 days across the five Test matches. Compared to the West Indies series against Australia in July, competitive cricket was played on just 10 days for three Test matches.&nbsp;The gulf of quality gap was clearly evident between the opponents, indicating England, Australia and India are in a different bracket.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>Key outcomes for top teams</h2><ul><li>India vs West Indies – 8 days played out of possible 10 (India win series 2-0)</li><li>West Indies vs Australia – 10 days played out of possible 15 (Australia win series 3-0)</li><li>India vs England – 25 days played out of possible 25 (Series drawn at 2-2)</li></ul>While India, England, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand continue to blossom and show their class. That is not the case for Pakistan, Bangladesh, the West Indies and Sri Lanka as their quality has been on a drop in recent years. Meaning matches between upper-tier teams are often competitive, while the same can’t be said when either of these teams drops down to play against lower-ranked opposition.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Will promotion-relation format help?</h2>As things stand, head-to-head matches between India, England, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand are competitive, while matches between Pakistan, Bangladesh, West Indies and Sri Lanka have also produced good games. Meaning these two sets of teams could be divided into different groups for the WTC cycle.&nbsp;This could result in tight and more competitive matches in both upper and lower-tier sides. On the other hand, the team topping the lower tier could be promoted to the upper league while lower lower-ranked team in the upper league could be relegated to give more competitive edge for Test cricket.

The gulf of quality gap between teams is clearly evident between the opponents, indicating England, Australia and India are in a different bracket while rest of the nations are struggling to cope with demands of red-ball cricket. 

India made light work of the West Indies in the second Test match in Delhi as they got the better of the visitors by seven wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The win also saw India pocket the series 2-0, thereby strengthening their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. However, the big question is whether Test cricket needs a two-tier promotion-relegation format, with the West Indies not standing tall against the elite sides. Is there a difference in standards? The Indian team on Tuesday (Oct 14) dismantled the West Indies to pocket the series, playing just eight days of cricket across two Test matches. When compared to India’s tour of England, Shubman Gill’s side was in action for all 25 days across the five Test matches. Compared to the West Indies series against Australia in July, competitive cricket was played on just 10 days for three Test matches. The gulf of quality gap was clearly evident between the opponents, indicating England, Australia and India are in a different bracket. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Key outcomes for top teams India vs West Indies – 8 days played out of possible 10 (India win series 2-0) West Indies vs Australia – 10 days played out of possible 15 (Australia win series 3-0) India vs England – 25 days played out of possible 25 (Series drawn at 2-2) While India, England, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand continue to blossom and show their class. That is not the case for Pakistan, Bangladesh, the West Indies and Sri Lanka as their quality has been on a drop in recent years. Meaning matches between upper-tier teams are often competitive, while the same can’t be said when either of these teams drops down to play against lower-ranked opposition. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Will promotion-relation format help? As things stand, head-to-head matches between India, England, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand are competitive, while matches between Pakistan, Bangladesh, West Indies and Sri Lanka have also produced good games. Meaning these two sets of teams could be divided into different groups for the WTC cycle. This could result in tight and more competitive matches in both upper and lower-tier sides. On the other hand, the team topping the lower tier could be promoted to the upper league while lower lower-ranked team in the upper league could be relegated to give more competitive edge for Test cricket.

The gulf of quality gap between teams is clearly evident between the opponents, indicating England, Australia and India are in a different bracket while rest of the nations are struggling to cope with demands of red-ball cricket.&nbsp;

Does Test cricket need two-tier system for World Test Championship?

Shubman Gill’s golden run with the bat shows no signs of slowing down. The 26-year-old’s century led India’s charge on Day 2 of the second Test against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.&nbsp;&nbsp;The India skipper brought up his 10th Test hundred in the 130th over, much to the delight of the Delhi crowd during the second session on Saturday.&nbsp;Gill reached the milestone of 177 deliveries, striking 13 boundaries and a six. His unbeaten 129 is his highest score since the 269 he made against England in Birmingham earlier this year.&nbsp;This is Gill’s fifth Test century as India captain, and his first of the ongoing series. He had earlier scored four centuries in his maiden series as Test captain during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Gill surpasses Rohit Sharma</h2>The 26-year-old is now the Indian player with the most centuries in World Test Championship (WTC) history, surpassing Rohit Sharma, who retired earlier this year with nine WTC hundreds.&nbsp;Gill also equalled Virat Kohli’s record for the most centuries by an Indian captain in a calendar year with five. Kohli had achieved the feat twice, in 2017 and 2018.In doing so, Gill went past Sachin Tendulkar, who had scored four centuries as India’s Test captain back in 1997.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>A record-breaking year for Gill</h2>Statistically, this has been Gill’s finest year in red-ball cricket. In 14 innings, he has amassed 966 runs at an average of 74.30 and a strike rate of 63.34.&nbsp;Gill declared India’s first innings at 518/5, remaining unbeaten on 129 after Dhruv Jurel fell for 44 in 134.2 overs .&nbsp;Earlier, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out on a double century, run out for 175 following a mix-up with Gill. Nitish Kumar Reddy contributed a handy 43 after walking in at number five.&nbsp;India currently lead the two-match Test series 1-0, having won the first Test at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. The hosts are eyeing their first-ever home Test series win under Shubman Gill’s captaincy.&nbsp;

Shubman Gill reached the milestone of 177 deliveries, striking 13 boundaries and a six. His unbeaten 129 is his highest score since the 269 he made against England in Birmingham earlier this year.

Shubman Gill’s golden run with the bat shows no signs of slowing down. The 26-year-old’s century led India’s charge on Day 2 of the second Test against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The India skipper brought up his 10th Test hundred in the 130th over, much to the delight of the Delhi crowd during the second session on Saturday. Gill reached the milestone of 177 deliveries, striking 13 boundaries and a six. His unbeaten 129 is his highest score since the 269 he made against England in Birmingham earlier this year. This is Gill’s fifth Test century as India captain, and his first of the ongoing series. He had earlier scored four centuries in his maiden series as Test captain during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Gill surpasses Rohit Sharma The 26-year-old is now the Indian player with the most centuries in World Test Championship (WTC) history, surpassing Rohit Sharma, who retired earlier this year with nine WTC hundreds. Gill also equalled Virat Kohli’s record for the most centuries by an Indian captain in a calendar year with five. Kohli had achieved the feat twice, in 2017 and 2018. In doing so, Gill went past Sachin Tendulkar, who had scored four centuries as India’s Test captain back in 1997. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history A record-breaking year for Gill Statistically, this has been Gill’s finest year in red-ball cricket. In 14 innings, he has amassed 966 runs at an average of 74.30 and a strike rate of 63.34. Gill declared India’s first innings at 518/5, remaining unbeaten on 129 after Dhruv Jurel fell for 44 in 134.2 overs . Earlier, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out on a double century, run out for 175 following a mix-up with Gill. Nitish Kumar Reddy contributed a handy 43 after walking in at number five. India currently lead the two-match Test series 1-0, having won the first Test at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. The hosts are eyeing their first-ever home Test series win under Shubman Gill’s captaincy.

Shubman Gill reached the milestone of 177 deliveries, striking 13 boundaries and a six. His unbeaten 129 is his highest score since the 269 he made against England in Birmingham earlier this year.

IND vs WI, 2nd Test: Gill surpasses Rohit, Sachin with his latest ton century vs West Indies

India’s young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal made headlines on day 1 (Oct 10) of the second Test against the West Indies in New Delhi. The 23-year-old scored his seventh Test century, becoming one of the most prolific openers in Indian cricket. Jaiswal has already made a mark in the England tour, scoring 411 runs in 10 innings along with two hundreds and two fifties.&nbsp;By breaching the three-figure mark at the national capital, Jaiswal became the second youngest Indian to reach seven Test hundreds, achieving the milestone before turning 24. This puts him ahead of even some of India’s greatest Test batters, including Virat Kohli and Sunil Gavaskar. Since making his debut, Jaiswal has outscored all other Indian openers combined, with seven centuries compared to six by all others together.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/seven-indians-with-50-matches-in-all-three-formats-bumrah-latest-addition-see-who-else-features-kohli-dhoni-sharma-jadeja-ashwin-rahul-1760086519224">Meet seven Indians with 50 matches in all formats, Jasprit Bumrah becomes latest addition</a> His impact at the top of the order has been immense, giving India strong starts and setting the tone for the innings. Even on the global stage, Jaiswal stands out. The next most prolific opener internationally since his debut is England’s Ben Duckett, with just four centuries to his name.<h2>Jaiswal joins stalwarts' list</h2>By reaching seven Test hundreds at such a young age, Jaiswal joins an elite group of cricketers. The world record for most Test centuries before turning 24 belongs to Don Bradman (12 centuries), followed by Sachin Tendulkar (11) and Garry Sobers (9). Other modern-day greats with seven hundreds by 24 include Javed Miandad, Kane Williamson, and Alastair Cook. Among Indian legends, Jaiswal now shares a list with Sunil Gavaskar and Gautam Gambhir, scoring centuries at Arun Jaitley Stadium, where Gavaskar made three centuries and Gambhir a double hundred.&nbsp;Coming back to the ongoing match at the time of writing, India were in firm control with the scoreboard reading 290/2, and Jaiswal moving past 150 runs.

By breaching the three-figure mark at the national capital, Jaiswal became the second youngest Indian to reach seven Test hundreds, achieving the milestone before turning 24. This puts him ahead of even some of India’s greatest Test batters, including Virat Kohli and Sunil Gavaskar.

India’s young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal made headlines on day 1 (Oct 10) of the second Test against the West Indies in New Delhi. The 23-year-old scored his seventh Test century, becoming one of the most prolific openers in Indian cricket. Jaiswal has already made a mark in the England tour, scoring 411 runs in 10 innings along with two hundreds and two fifties. By breaching the three-figure mark at the national capital, Jaiswal became the second youngest Indian to reach seven Test hundreds, achieving the milestone before turning 24. This puts him ahead of even some of India’s greatest Test batters, including Virat Kohli and Sunil Gavaskar. Since making his debut, Jaiswal has outscored all other Indian openers combined, with seven centuries compared to six by all others together. Also read | Meet seven Indians with 50 matches in all formats, Jasprit Bumrah becomes latest addition His impact at the top of the order has been immense, giving India strong starts and setting the tone for the innings. Even on the global stage, Jaiswal stands out. The next most prolific opener internationally since his debut is England’s Ben Duckett, with just four centuries to his name. Jaiswal joins stalwarts' list By reaching seven Test hundreds at such a young age, Jaiswal joins an elite group of cricketers. The world record for most Test centuries before turning 24 belongs to Don Bradman (12 centuries), followed by Sachin Tendulkar (11) and Garry Sobers (9). Other modern-day greats with seven hundreds by 24 include Javed Miandad, Kane Williamson, and Alastair Cook. Among Indian legends, Jaiswal now shares a list with Sunil Gavaskar and Gautam Gambhir, scoring centuries at Arun Jaitley Stadium, where Gavaskar made three centuries and Gambhir a double hundred. Coming back to the ongoing match at the time of writing, India were in firm control with the scoreboard reading 290/2, and Jaiswal moving past 150 runs.

By breaching the three-figure mark at the national capital, Jaiswal became the second youngest Indian to reach seven Test hundreds, achieving the milestone before turning 24. This puts him ahead of even some of India’s greatest Test batters, including Virat Kohli and Sunil Gavaskar.

IND vs WI, 2nd Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal makes history in New Delhi by reaching seventh Test century

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill received a priceless reception on the morning of the opening day of the Delhi Test against the West Indies. Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the second Test on Friday (Oct 10), Shubman won his first toss for India as the captain of the Test. This came on his seventh attempt, having gone six matches without winning a toss. His first win of the flip saw India decide to bat first as they looked to clean sweep the West Indies in the two-match Test series.

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<h2>Shubman wins toss</h2>Having lost all tosses in the England series, Lady Luck did not shine well for Shubman in the Ahmedabad Test. Despite this unfortunate record with the toss, Shubman helped India win three matches and draw two while losing only once. However, that jinx was broken on Friday as he won the flip of the coin against the West Indies for the first time.<h2>India go unchanged</h2>Having won by an impressive 140 runs and an innings, India will close the series before the all-important series against Australia. India have made a mixed start to the WTC 2025-27 campaign, having won three matches so far and lost two. The sole draw came against England in the Manchester Test in July. The unchanged Playing XI also means the likes of N Jagadeesan, Axar Patel, Devdutt Padikkal, and Prasidh Krishna had to settle for a place on the bench.&nbsp;Kuldeep Yadav also got back-to-back games, having been benched in all five matches of the England tour. Dhruv Jurel retained his place as first-choice wicketkeeper with Rishabh Pant not part of the squad.India vs West Indies Playing XIIndia (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.West Indies (Playing XI): John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Roston Chase(c), Tevin Imlach(w), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales.

Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the second Test on Friday (Oct 10), Shubman won his first toss for India as the captain of the Test. This came on his seventh attempt, having gone six matches without winning a toss.

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill received a priceless reception on the morning of the opening day of the Delhi Test against the West Indies. Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the second Test on Friday (Oct 10), Shubman won his first toss for India as the captain of the Test. This came on his seventh attempt, having gone six matches without winning a toss. His first win of the flip saw India decide to bat first as they looked to clean sweep the West Indies in the two-match Test series.

Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the second Test on Friday (Oct 10), Shubman won his first toss for India as the captain of the Test. This came on his seventh attempt, having gone six matches without winning a toss.

Watch: Indian team celebrates Shubman Gill's priceless moment, finally wins toss on seventh attempt

India named an unchanged Playing XI for the second Test match against the West Indies as the hosts eye a clean sweep in the two-match series. Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the hosts showed faith in the same XI that won in Ahmedabad. This also meant that management retained faith in Sai Sudharsan at No. 3 despite his recent struggles. India currently lead the series 1-0 and another win will see them build momentum in the latest World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.<h2>India go unchanged</h2>Having won by an impressive 140 runs and an innings, India will close the series before the all-important series against Australia. India have made a mixed start to the WTC 2025-27 campaign, having won three matches so far and lost two. The sole draw came against England in the Manchester Test in July. The unchanged Playing XI also means the likes of N Jagadeesan, Axar Patel, Devdutt Padikkal, and Prasidh Krishna had to settle for a place on the bench.&nbsp;Kuldeep Yadav also got back-to-back games, having been benched in all five matches of the England tour. Dhruv Jurel retained his place as first-choice wicketkeeper with Rishabh Pant not part of the squad.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>India eye WTC run</h2>The focus will be to inflict a clean sweep and strengthen their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. A win for India will see them strengthen their place in the standings, but they will stay in third place. India will have a win percentage of 61.90, with Australia and Sri Lanka to take the top spot.<h2>India vs West Indies Playing XI</h2>India&nbsp;(Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.&nbsp;West Indies&nbsp;(Playing XI): John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Roston Chase(c), Tevin Imlach(w), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales.

 Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the hosts showed faith in the same XI that won in Ahmedabad. This also meant that management retained faith in Sai Sudharsan at No. 3 despite his recent struggles. 

India named an unchanged Playing XI for the second Test match against the West Indies as the hosts eye a clean sweep in the two-match series. Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the hosts showed faith in the same XI that won in Ahmedabad. This also meant that management retained faith in Sai Sudharsan at No. 3 despite his recent struggles. India currently lead the series 1-0 and another win will see them build momentum in the latest World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. India go unchanged Having won by an impressive 140 runs and an innings, India will close the series before the all-important series against Australia. India have made a mixed start to the WTC 2025-27 campaign, having won three matches so far and lost two. The sole draw came against England in the Manchester Test in July. The unchanged Playing XI also means the likes of N Jagadeesan, Axar Patel, Devdutt Padikkal, and Prasidh Krishna had to settle for a place on the bench. Kuldeep Yadav also got back-to-back games, having been benched in all five matches of the England tour. Dhruv Jurel retained his place as first-choice wicketkeeper with Rishabh Pant not part of the squad. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more India eye WTC run The focus will be to inflict a clean sweep and strengthen their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. A win for India will see them strengthen their place in the standings, but they will stay in third place. India will have a win percentage of 61.90, with Australia and Sri Lanka to take the top spot. India vs West Indies Playing XI India (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. West Indies (Playing XI): John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Roston Chase(c), Tevin Imlach(w), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales.

&nbsp;Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the hosts showed faith in the same XI that won in Ahmedabad. This also meant that management retained faith in Sai Sudharsan at No. 3 despite his recent struggles.&nbsp;

IND vs WI: India name unchanged Playing XI as hosts eye clean sweep in Delhi

Indian captain Shubman Gill was all praise for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as the pair is set to return for the Australia away tour later in October. Addressing the futures of Rohit and Virat, skipper Shubman Gill has backed the duo to come good and stay in contention for the ODI World Cup in South Africa, which takes place in 2027. Gill admired both Rohit and Virat for their experience and match-winning ability despite rumours that they are on the verge of retirement.<h2>Gill backs Rohit, Virat</h2>“Yes, definitely, the experience that both of them have and the matches that they have won for India, there are very few players who have won so many matches for India. And the players who have such skills and qualities, and the players who have such skills and qualities with this experience are very few. There are very few players in the world who have so much skill, quality and experience. So, in that sense, yes,” Gill said when quizzed on Rohit and Virat at the 2027 ODI World Cup.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Gill spoke to the media ahead of the second Test match against the West Indies, which starts on Friday (Oct 10) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. India will enter the match on the back of a one-sided win over the West Indies in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;India beat the visitors by an innings and 140 runs and took a 1-0 lead. Now, the focus will be to inflict a clean sweep and strengthen their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. A win for India will see them strengthen their place in the standings, but they will stay in third place. India will have a win percentage of 61.90, with Australia and Sri Lanka to take the top spot.&nbsp;The second Test against West Indies will start at 9:30 AM IST on Friday, with the toss taking place at 9:00 AM.&nbsp;

Ahead of the second Test against the West Indies, captain Shubman Gill admired both Rohit and Virat for their experience and match-winning ability despite rumours that they are on the verge of retirement.

Indian captain Shubman Gill was all praise for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as the pair is set to return for the Australia away tour later in October. Addressing the futures of Rohit and Virat, skipper Shubman Gill has backed the duo to come good and stay in contention for the ODI World Cup in South Africa, which takes place in 2027. Gill admired both Rohit and Virat for their experience and match-winning ability despite rumours that they are on the verge of retirement. Gill backs Rohit, Virat “Yes, definitely, the experience that both of them have and the matches that they have won for India, there are very few players who have won so many matches for India. And the players who have such skills and qualities, and the players who have such skills and qualities with this experience are very few. There are very few players in the world who have so much skill, quality and experience. So, in that sense, yes,” Gill said when quizzed on Rohit and Virat at the 2027 ODI World Cup. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Gill spoke to the media ahead of the second Test match against the West Indies, which starts on Friday (Oct 10) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. India will enter the match on the back of a one-sided win over the West Indies in Ahmedabad. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more India beat the visitors by an innings and 140 runs and took a 1-0 lead. Now, the focus will be to inflict a clean sweep and strengthen their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. A win for India will see them strengthen their place in the standings, but they will stay in third place. India will have a win percentage of 61.90, with Australia and Sri Lanka to take the top spot. The second Test against West Indies will start at 9:30 AM IST on Friday, with the toss taking place at 9:00 AM.

Ahead of the second Test against the West Indies, captain Shubman Gill admired both Rohit and Virat for their experience and match-winning ability despite rumours that they are on the verge of retirement.

IND vs WI: Shubman Gill backs Rohit, Virat for 2027 ODI World Cup, says 'there are very few...'

The Indian team is all set to take guard in the second Test match against the West Indies as both teams collide at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the capital, New Delhi. The contest is set to start on Friday (Oct 10) with India already leading 1-0 in the two-match series. However, it is the hosts’ impressive record at the venue that steals the spotlight, with India not losing a Test match at the venue for a better part of 38 years.<h2>When did India last lose a Test match at Arun Jaitley Stadium?</h2>Previously known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, the venue has been India’s comfort zone, having not lost a Test match since November 1987. This means none of the Indian players currently in the squad were born when the hosts last lost a match at the venue. In fact Ravindra Jadeja is the closest to have born when India lost to the West Indies in 1987.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;The Saurashtra all-rounder was born on 6 Dec 1988, a year after the defeat. On the other hand, the only active cricketer born before the defeat was Rohit Sharma. The former India captain, now in his twilight, was born on 30 April 1987.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>What happened in India’s last defeat in Delhi?</h2>Having opted to bat first, Dilip Vengsarkar’s India was bowled out for 75 before the West Indies were reduced to 127. India then scored 327 runs in the second innings with captain Vengsarkar scoring 102. In reply, the West Indies scored 276/5 and won the match by five wickets on 29 Nov 1987. Since then, India have played 13 matches at the venue, winning 11 and drawing two matches, amassing an impressive record.&nbsp;On Friday, India will take on the visitors, aiming for a series win as they look to build momentum in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle.

Previously known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, the venue has been India’s comfort zone, having not lost a Test match since November 1987. This means none of the Indian players currently in the squad were born when the hosts last lost a match at the venue.

The Indian team is all set to take guard in the second Test match against the West Indies as both teams collide at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the capital, New Delhi. The contest is set to start on Friday (Oct 10) with India already leading 1-0 in the two-match series. However, it is the hosts’ impressive record at the venue that steals the spotlight, with India not losing a Test match at the venue for a better part of 38 years. When did India last lose a Test match at Arun Jaitley Stadium? Previously known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, the venue has been India’s comfort zone, having not lost a Test match since November 1987. This means none of the Indian players currently in the squad were born when the hosts last lost a match at the venue. In fact Ravindra Jadeja is the closest to have born when India lost to the West Indies in 1987. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history The Saurashtra all-rounder was born on 6 Dec 1988, a year after the defeat. On the other hand, the only active cricketer born before the defeat was Rohit Sharma. The former India captain, now in his twilight, was born on 30 April 1987. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more What happened in India’s last defeat in Delhi? Having opted to bat first, Dilip Vengsarkar’s India was bowled out for 75 before the West Indies were reduced to 127. India then scored 327 runs in the second innings with captain Vengsarkar scoring 102. In reply, the West Indies scored 276/5 and won the match by five wickets on 29 Nov 1987. Since then, India have played 13 matches at the venue, winning 11 and drawing two matches, amassing an impressive record. On Friday, India will take on the visitors, aiming for a series win as they look to build momentum in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle.

Previously known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, the venue has been India’s comfort zone, having not lost a Test match since November 1987. This means none of the Indian players currently in the squad were born when the hosts last lost a match at the venue.

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India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who is undergoing a rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE), may soon be back to playing competitive cricket. The dashing keeper-batter had suffered a broken toe during the five-Test England tour which is he had quit without completing. Pant, however, seems in good sprit with a reported fitness test upcoming to determine whether or not he's fit to make a comeback. Pant, reportedly, has also expressed desire to play in the domestic Ranji Trophy to build his workload.<h2>Pant fit enough to make a comeback?</h2>As per source cited by news outlet Times of India, Pant's fitness test could be done as early as this week to determine if he's ready to play competitive cricket. The board is being cautious with the player given he had made a comeback ton international cricket only last year post going through rehab after a life-threatening accident in December 2022.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-may-get-a-new-rule-on-injury-replacement-as-boards-including-bcci-begin-experiment-at-domestic-level-1759761959083">Cricket may get a new injury replacement rule as boards begin experiment</a>"As of now, there is a likelihood he could be cleared by Oct 10. An assessment is due this week. It has been a long recovery for him. The BCCI medical team doesn’t want to take any chances with him," reported TOI citing a source.<h2>Pant to take part in Ranji Trophy</h2>Another source, this time from Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) reported that Pant has expressed desire to play in the upcoming Ranji season but has not confirmed the matches."Pant has said he should be available for the Ranji Trophy matches in Delhi from Oct 25. He has conveyed that it will be subject to fitness and clearance obtained from the BCCI medical team," reported the news outlet.Because of the injury, Pant has missed out the ongoing two-match home Test series against West Indies and Dhruv Jurel is keeping wickets in his place in the series.

Because of the injury, Pant has missed out the ongoing two-match home Test series against West Indies and Dhruv Jurel is keeping wickets in his place in the series.

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who is undergoing a rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE), may soon be back to playing competitive cricket. The dashing keeper-batter had suffered a broken toe during the five-Test England tour which is he had quit without completing. Pant, however, seems in good sprit with a reported fitness test upcoming to determine whether or not he's fit to make a comeback. Pant, reportedly, has also expressed desire to play in the domestic Ranji Trophy to build his workload. Pant fit enough to make a comeback? As per source cited by news outlet Times of India, Pant's fitness test could be done as early as this week to determine if he's ready to play competitive cricket. The board is being cautious with the player given he had made a comeback ton international cricket only last year post going through rehab after a life-threatening accident in December 2022. Also Read - Cricket may get a new injury replacement rule as boards begin experiment "As of now, there is a likelihood he could be cleared by Oct 10. An assessment is due this week. It has been a long recovery for him. The BCCI medical team doesn’t want to take any chances with him," reported TOI citing a source. Pant to take part in Ranji Trophy Another source, this time from Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) reported that Pant has expressed desire to play in the upcoming Ranji season but has not confirmed the matches. "Pant has said he should be available for the Ranji Trophy matches in Delhi from Oct 25. He has conveyed that it will be subject to fitness and clearance obtained from the BCCI medical team," reported the news outlet. Because of the injury, Pant has missed out the ongoing two-match home Test series against West Indies and Dhruv Jurel is keeping wickets in his place in the series.

Because of the injury, Pant has missed out the ongoing two-match home Test series against West Indies and Dhruv Jurel is keeping wickets in his place in the series.

Rishabh Pant set to undergo fitness test soon before making return to competitive cricket - Report

India won their first home Test of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle by an innings and 140 runs. The win came against West Indies in Ahmedabad in the first of two Tests inside three days, thanks to some clinical bowling performance on the day 3 (Oct 4). After taking a lead of 286 runs in the first innings at the end of day 2, India declared on the overnight score of 445/5 to begin the third morning and took less than two sessions to dismiss West Indies for just 146 runs in the second innings.<h2>West Indies surrender meekly in second innings</h2>After getting all out for 162 in the first innings, West Indies again had a horrible start in the second attempt with Mohammed Siraj removing Tagenarine Chanderpaul in the eighth over. Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav combined to take next four wickets to leave West Indies down five wickets for less than 50 runs. The visitors went into lunch on day 3 at 66/5 with the game visibly over for them.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/abhishek-sharma-bags-golden-duck-in-odi-vs-aus-a-ahead-of-india-s-australia-tour-squad-selection-1759560678160">Ahead of India's Australia tour squad selection, Asia Cup 2025 hero Abhishek Sharma bags GOLDEN DUCK in ODI vs AUS-A</a>After lunch, Washington Sundar struck first before Siraj took two more wickets to leave West Indies eight down for less than 100 runs. Some lusty blows by lower order batters delayed the inevitable for West Indies before Jadeja picked up the ninth wicket and Kuldeep finished off the innings.<h2>Jadeja wins Player of the Match for all-round performance</h2>Veteran all-rounder Jadeja, who has also been named vice-captain for the series, picked up 4/54 in the second innings after going wicketless in the first innings of West Indies batting. He also scored sixth Test century in India's only innings and remained unbeaten on 104. He was named Player for the Match 11th time in Tests - join second most for India in red-ball cricket along with Rahul Dravid and only behind Sachin Tendulkar's record of 14 POTMs.

The win came against West Indies in Ahmedabad in the first of two Tests inside three days, thanks to some clinical bowling performance on the day 3 (Oct 4).

India won their first home Test of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle by an innings and 140 runs. The win came against West Indies in Ahmedabad in the first of two Tests inside three days, thanks to some clinical bowling performance on the day 3 (Oct 4). After taking a lead of 286 runs in the first innings at the end of day 2, India declared on the overnight score of 445/5 to begin the third morning and took less than two sessions to dismiss West Indies for just 146 runs in the second innings. West Indies surrender meekly in second innings After getting all out for 162 in the first innings, West Indies again had a horrible start in the second attempt with Mohammed Siraj removing Tagenarine Chanderpaul in the eighth over. Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav combined to take next four wickets to leave West Indies down five wickets for less than 50 runs. The visitors went into lunch on day 3 at 66/5 with the game visibly over for them. Also Read - Ahead of India's Australia tour squad selection, Asia Cup 2025 hero Abhishek Sharma bags GOLDEN DUCK in ODI vs AUS-A After lunch, Washington Sundar struck first before Siraj took two more wickets to leave West Indies eight down for less than 100 runs. Some lusty blows by lower order batters delayed the inevitable for West Indies before Jadeja picked up the ninth wicket and Kuldeep finished off the innings. Jadeja wins Player of the Match for all-round performance Veteran all-rounder Jadeja, who has also been named vice-captain for the series, picked up 4/54 in the second innings after going wicketless in the first innings of West Indies batting. He also scored sixth Test century in India's only innings and remained unbeaten on 104. He was named Player for the Match 11th time in Tests - join second most for India in red-ball cricket along with Rahul Dravid and only behind Sachin Tendulkar's record of 14 POTMs.

The win came against West Indies in Ahmedabad in the first of two Tests inside three days, thanks to some clinical bowling performance on the day 3 (Oct 4).

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Jadeja helps Gill's India start home season with scintillating win in Ahmedabad

KL Rahul has found his form and that too in some style. He was given the slot of opening for four of five Tests in Australia during Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 before being made a permanent opener on the England tour after Rohit's retirement. He did well in England, scoring 532 runs in 10 innings and hitting two tons as well as two fifties. He was India's second best batter behind skipper Shubman Gill (754 runs). The batter now has scored a ton in first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, making him only the fourth Indian opener to score 10 or more Test hundreds.<h2>Rahul joins Gavaskar, Sehwag and Vijay in elite club</h2>Over the years, many batters have opened the batting for India in Test but none have been as effective as Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag or Murali Vijay if the numbers are to be looked at. Now, Rahul is reaching at the same level after a long span of stop-and-go career.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-captain-gill-joins-legendary-gavaskar-in-exceptional-list-with-50-in-ahmedabad-1759480493968">IND vs WI, 1st Test: Gill joins Gavaskar in ELUSIVE list with 50 in Ahmedabad</a>Gavaskar scored 33 Test tons as opening batter for India in 203 innings, Sehwag managed 22 in 168 innings, Vijay hit 12 in 100 innings and now Rahul has reached the double-figure mark as well. The ton in Ahmedabad Test against West Indies was Rahul's 10th as opener in Tests for India in just 94 innings.<h2>India wrest control of Ahmedabad Test</h2>India were in full control on day 2 (Oct 3) of the Ahmedabad Test, thanks to Rahul, Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja. After Rahul fell on team score of 218, Jurel and Jadeja joined the forces and added 206 runs for the fifth wicket. In the process, Jurel scored his maiden Test ton. Jurel was dismissed for 125 in dying moments of the day. Soon after, Jadeja scored his sixth Test hundred as well as India's lead swelled near to 300.

Over the years, many batters have opened the batting for India in Test but none have been as effective as Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag or Murali Vijay if the numbers are to be looked at. Now, Rahul is reaching at the same level after a long span of stop-and-go career.

KL Rahul has found his form and that too in some style. He was given the slot of opening for four of five Tests in Australia during Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 before being made a permanent opener on the England tour after Rohit's retirement. He did well in England, scoring 532 runs in 10 innings and hitting two tons as well as two fifties. He was India's second best batter behind skipper Shubman Gill (754 runs). The batter now has scored a ton in first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, making him only the fourth Indian opener to score 10 or more Test hundreds. Rahul joins Gavaskar, Sehwag and Vijay in elite club Over the years, many batters have opened the batting for India in Test but none have been as effective as Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag or Murali Vijay if the numbers are to be looked at. Now, Rahul is reaching at the same level after a long span of stop-and-go career. Also Read - IND vs WI, 1st Test: Gill joins Gavaskar in ELUSIVE list with 50 in Ahmedabad Gavaskar scored 33 Test tons as opening batter for India in 203 innings, Sehwag managed 22 in 168 innings, Vijay hit 12 in 100 innings and now Rahul has reached the double-figure mark as well. The ton in Ahmedabad Test against West Indies was Rahul's 10th as opener in Tests for India in just 94 innings. India wrest control of Ahmedabad Test India were in full control on day 2 (Oct 3) of the Ahmedabad Test, thanks to Rahul, Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja. After Rahul fell on team score of 218, Jurel and Jadeja joined the forces and added 206 runs for the fifth wicket. In the process, Jurel scored his maiden Test ton. Jurel was dismissed for 125 in dying moments of the day. Soon after, Jadeja scored his sixth Test hundred as well as India's lead swelled near to 300.

Over the years, many batters have opened the batting for India in Test but none have been as effective as Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag or Murali Vijay if the numbers are to be looked at. Now, Rahul is reaching at the same level after a long span of stop-and-go career.

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Ton up Rahul joins Gavaskar and Sehwag in SPECIAL opening batters list

India skipper Shubman Gill has started his captaincy stint, both at home and away, with absolute brilliant performances. The young leader hit a staggering 147 in his first innings as Test captain which came in first Test against England. Now, in his first home Test innings, Gill scored a fifty. With his half-century in first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, Gill also equaled former skipper Sunil Gavaskar's long-standing 47-year-old record as well. While he finished in England with 754 runs in 10 innings, it remains to be seen how many runs he scores in his first Test series as captain at home.<h2>Gill equals Gavaskar's 47-year record</h2>It was in 1978 when Gavaskar at hit a fifty-plus score, also against West Indies, in his first Test as captain at home. Since then, no other Indian captain has managed to achieve the same feat before Gill took matter in his own hands. Gavaskar although, managed to score a brilliant 205 but Gill was out just after scoring 50. A record nonetheless. Gill's wicket was the third in India's first innings and came after India had overtaken West Indies' first innings score of 162 runs by 26 runs. He had added 88 runs with Rahul for the third wicket before being dismissed.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-sana-mir-ex-pak-women-cricketer-uses-azad-kashmir-remark-to-refer-to-a-player-during-women-s-world-cup-2025-clarifies-later-1759474896050">Who is Sana Mir? Ex-Pak women cricketer uses 'Azad Kashmir' remark to refer to a player during Women's World Cup 2025, clarifies later</a><h2>India in strong position in Ahmedabad Test</h2>India started day 2 of the Test from the overnight score of 121/2 - 42 short of the visitors' first innings score. Gill and Jadeja's 88-run third wicket partnership took them into the lead before the skipper was out for 50. Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel then joined Rahul at the crease and duo added 30 runs to take India past 200-run milestone before lunch was called with India going into the break at 218/3 and Rahul scoring his first home Test century in 26 innings.

It was in 1978 when Gavaskar at hit a fifty-plus score, also against West Indies, in his first Test as captain at home. Since then, no other Indian captain has managed to achieve the same feat before Gill took matter in his own hands.

India skipper Shubman Gill has started his captaincy stint, both at home and away, with absolute brilliant performances. The young leader hit a staggering 147 in his first innings as Test captain which came in first Test against England. Now, in his first home Test innings, Gill scored a fifty. With his half-century in first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, Gill also equaled former skipper Sunil Gavaskar's long-standing 47-year-old record as well. While he finished in England with 754 runs in 10 innings, it remains to be seen how many runs he scores in his first Test series as captain at home. Gill equals Gavaskar's 47-year record It was in 1978 when Gavaskar at hit a fifty-plus score, also against West Indies, in his first Test as captain at home. Since then, no other Indian captain has managed to achieve the same feat before Gill took matter in his own hands. Gavaskar although, managed to score a brilliant 205 but Gill was out just after scoring 50. A record nonetheless. Gill's wicket was the third in India's first innings and came after India had overtaken West Indies' first innings score of 162 runs by 26 runs. He had added 88 runs with Rahul for the third wicket before being dismissed. Also Read - Who is Sana Mir? Ex-Pak women cricketer uses 'Azad Kashmir' remark to refer to a player during Women's World Cup 2025, clarifies later India in strong position in Ahmedabad Test India started day 2 of the Test from the overnight score of 121/2 - 42 short of the visitors' first innings score. Gill and Jadeja's 88-run third wicket partnership took them into the lead before the skipper was out for 50. Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel then joined Rahul at the crease and duo added 30 runs to take India past 200-run milestone before lunch was called with India going into the break at 218/3 and Rahul scoring his first home Test century in 26 innings.

It was in 1978 when Gavaskar at hit a fifty-plus score, also against West Indies, in his first Test as captain at home. Since then, no other Indian captain has managed to achieve the same feat before Gill took matter in his own hands.

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Captain Gill joins legendary Gavaskar in EXCEPTIONAL list with 50 in Ahmedabad

Jasprit Bumrah returned to his best with 3/42 in the first Test against West Indies after a below par Asia Cup 2025 where he took only seven wickets in five matches during India's title-winning campaign. Bumrah also became fastest Indian pacer to take 50 Test wickets at home.

Jasprit Bumrah returned to his best with 3/42 in the first Test against West Indies after a below par Asia Cup 2025 where he took only seven wickets in five matches during India's title-winning campaign. Bumrah also became fastest Indian pacer to take 50 Test wickets at home.

From Bumrah to Shami: Indian pacers fastest to take 50 Test wickets at home

India have got off to a strong start in their first-ever home Test under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. At stumps on day 1 (Oct 2) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the hosts reached 121/2 in response to West Indies’ 162, trailing by just 41 runs in the first innings. KL Rahul continued his solid form with yet another half-century and was unbeaten on 53. Skipper Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal chipped in with a handy 36, while Sudharsan had a disappointing home debut, dismissed for just 7.&nbsp;Earlier, after winning the toss and choosing to bat first at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the West Indies were bundled out for 162 runs. Seven Windies batsmen scored less than 20, with Justin Greaves showing some resistance by scoring 32. Shai Hope (26) and skipper Roston Chase (24) added useful contributions.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-red-ball-bumrah-leaves-batters-hanging-dry-with-searing-yorkers-in-cloudy-ahmedabad-watch-1759393978136">IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad - WATCH</a><h2>Pacers headline day 1 for India</h2>India started strongly with the ball by removing Tangerine Chanderpaul for a duck. Wickets kept falling at regular intervals, and the West Indies were soon reduced to 42 for 4. Shai Hope and Roston Chase tried to steady the innings with a 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket, before Kuldeep took out Hope for 26 at the stoke of lunch. Pierre and Greaves then added a 39-run partnership for the seventh wicket but it wasn't enough. After being seven down at 144, the visitors lost their last three wickets for just 18 runs.&nbsp;Mohammed Siraj was the standout bowler for India, taking four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah picked up three. The spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar shared three wickets between them, completing a clinical bowling performance for India.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-west-indies-1st-test-watch-kuldeep-yadav-bowled-shai-hope-on-day-1-in-ahmedabad-1759397278395">Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket</a><h2>Milestone Alert</h2>Ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home, achieving the milestone in just 24 innings. He equalled the record set by former pacer Javagal Srinath. Bumrah surpassed legends like Kapil Dev, who took 25 innings, as well as Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami, both of whom took 27 innings to reach 50 wickets in India.

 KL Rahul continued his solid form with an unbeaten 53, bringing up yet another half-century. Skipper Shubman Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs and is currently not out. 

India have got off to a strong start in their first-ever home Test under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. At stumps on day 1 (Oct 2) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the hosts reached 121/2 in response to West Indies’ 162, trailing by just 41 runs in the first innings. KL Rahul continued his solid form with yet another half-century and was unbeaten on 53. Skipper Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal chipped in with a handy 36, while Sudharsan had a disappointing home debut, dismissed for just 7. Earlier, after winning the toss and choosing to bat first at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the West Indies were bundled out for 162 runs. Seven Windies batsmen scored less than 20, with Justin Greaves showing some resistance by scoring 32. Shai Hope (26) and skipper Roston Chase (24) added useful contributions. Also read | IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad - WATCH Pacers headline day 1 for India India started strongly with the ball by removing Tangerine Chanderpaul for a duck. Wickets kept falling at regular intervals, and the West Indies were soon reduced to 42 for 4. Shai Hope and Roston Chase tried to steady the innings with a 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket, before Kuldeep took out Hope for 26 at the stoke of lunch. Pierre and Greaves then added a 39-run partnership for the seventh wicket but it wasn't enough. After being seven down at 144, the visitors lost their last three wickets for just 18 runs. Mohammed Siraj was the standout bowler for India, taking four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah picked up three. The spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar shared three wickets between them, completing a clinical bowling performance for India. Also read | Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket Milestone Alert Ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home, achieving the milestone in just 24 innings. He equalled the record set by former pacer Javagal Srinath. Bumrah surpassed legends like Kapil Dev, who took 25 innings, as well as Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami, both of whom took 27 innings to reach 50 wickets in India.

KL Rahul continued his solid form with an unbeaten 53, bringing up yet another half-century. Skipper Shubman Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs and is currently not out.&nbsp;

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Bowlers strangle visitors before Rahul's unbeaten fifty puts India in charge on day 1

Mohammed Siraj was sensational on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, taking four wickets in the first innings. The pacer picked three of his four wickets inside the first hour of play, leaving the visitors nearly half their side down for less than 50 runs on the board. He was denied a potential five-for as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-red-ball-bumrah-leaves-batters-hanging-dry-with-searing-yorkers-in-cloudy-ahmedabad-watch-1759393978136">Jasprit Bumrah came back breathing fire</a> in the second session but Siraj still managed to have a record outing for an Indian pacer against West Indies in home Tests.<h2>Siraj is next to Kapil in Tests vs West Indies at Ahmedabad</h2>The Indian pacer, since his debut, has been in shadows of Bumrah but still managed to make a name of himself, especially in Tests without Bumrah. In Ahmedabad on Thursday (Oct 2), Siraj was at his absolute best but finished one short of a five-for at 4/40. His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India. Umesh had taken 6/88 in Hyderabad Test in 2018.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-west-indies-1st-test-watch-kuldeep-yadav-bowled-shai-hope-on-day-1-in-ahmedabad-1759397278395">Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket</a><h2>Kuldeep returns to Test cricket in style</h2>Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic. The spinner finished with 2/25, including the last wicket of the innings, in his first Test since playing against New Zealand at home last year.

His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India. 

Mohammed Siraj was sensational on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, taking four wickets in the first innings. The pacer picked three of his four wickets inside the first hour of play, leaving the visitors nearly half their side down for less than 50 runs on the board. He was denied a potential five-for as Jasprit Bumrah came back breathing fire in the second session but Siraj still managed to have a record outing for an Indian pacer against West Indies in home Tests. Siraj is next to Kapil in Tests vs West Indies at Ahmedabad The Indian pacer, since his debut, has been in shadows of Bumrah but still managed to make a name of himself, especially in Tests without Bumrah. In Ahmedabad on Thursday (Oct 2), Siraj was at his absolute best but finished one short of a five-for at 4/40. His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India. Umesh had taken 6/88 in Hyderabad Test in 2018. Also Read - Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket Kuldeep returns to Test cricket in style Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic. The spinner finished with 2/25, including the last wicket of the innings, in his first Test since playing against New Zealand at home last year.

His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India.&nbsp;

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Siraj comes out of Bumrah shadow with performance only next to Kapil Dev in Ahmedabad

Kuldeep Yadav has always been a curious case in the Indian cricket team, especially in Tests. The left-arm wrist spinner made his debut back in March 2017 against Australia but has managed to play just 13 more Tests since then including the ongoing first Test against West Indies. India's current bowling coach Morne Morkel, who retired in 2018, has played more Tests (14) since Kuldeep's debut month. The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery.<h2>Kuldeep takes wicket on unplayable ball on return to Test cricket</h2>Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic.Also Watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-red-ball-bumrah-leaves-batters-hanging-dry-with-searing-yorkers-in-cloudy-ahmedabad-watch-1759393978136">IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad</a>The spinner bowled a loopy ball outside off to right-hand batter Shai Hope and the ball turned into him after being pitched onto a foot-mark. It went through Hope's bat and pad gap to hit the top of off stump and Kuldeep was ecstatic with the wicket. Have a look at the ball below:

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<h2>Bumrah creates history as West Indies fold out for 162</h2>West Indies were bowled out a paltry 162 in the first innings after electing to bat first post winning the toss. Mohammed Siraj was pick of the Indian bowlers with the figures of 4/40 but it was Bumrah who impressed with his 3/42 including two wickets on searing yorkers. With the wickets, Bumrah became the joint-fastest Indian pacer to take 50 Test wickets at home along with Javagal Srinath - both the bowlers took 24 innings to reach the milestone.

The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery.

Kuldeep Yadav has always been a curious case in the Indian cricket team, especially in Tests. The left-arm wrist spinner made his debut back in March 2017 against Australia but has managed to play just 13 more Tests since then including the ongoing first Test against West Indies. India's current bowling coach Morne Morkel, who retired in 2018, has played more Tests (14) since Kuldeep's debut month. The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery. Kuldeep takes wicket on unplayable ball on return to Test cricket Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic. Also Watch: IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad The spinner bowled a loopy ball outside off to right-hand batter Shai Hope and the ball turned into him after being pitched onto a foot-mark. It went through Hope's bat and pad gap to hit the top of off stump and Kuldeep was ecstatic with the wicket. Have a look at the ball below:

The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery.

Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket

Jasprit Bumrah looked out of touch at the recent-concluded Asia Cup 2025 where he managed just seven wickets in five games in India's title-winning campaign. The Indian pacer, however, was back at his best in the first Test against West Indies at Ahmedabad which started on October 2. The pacer picked up three wickets, two of which came in the second session on searing yorkers, showing why is he considered one of the greatest modern pacers in world cricket. The batters, although from lower order, had no answer to Bumrah's laser-guided yorkers in a cloudy Ahmedabad.<h2>Bumrah leaves WI dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad</h2>Bumrah picked up his first wicket in the seventh over of the innings before unleashing himself in the second half with West Indies already seven down. The first of Bumrah's yorker victims was Justin Greaves who saw his off-stump being uprooted on a perfectly bowled full delivery. The next one was debutant Johann Layne who found two of his stumps being undone by a similar Bumrah yorker like the previous one. Have a look at the wickets below:

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With these wickets, Bumrah also became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home in 24 innings and equaled former pacer Javagal Srinath's long-standing record. Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev (25 innings) and Ishant Sharma as well as Mohammed Shami - both 27 innings - to reach the milestone.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/usa-cricket-files-for-bankruptcy-ahead-of-court-hearing-with-ace-1759391630495">USA Cricket files for bankruptcy ahead of court hearing with ACE</a><h2>West Indies fold out for 162</h2>The visitors didn't have a great day 1 in the Test apart from winning the toss. They lost the first wicket in the fourth over itself when Mohammed Siraj sent back returning Tagenarine Chanderpaul. After Bumrah's first wicket, Siraj struck twice more as West Indies became 12/0 to 42/4 before ending the first session on 90/5. Most of the West Indies batters got a start but failed to convert it into a big innings.India bowlers, on the other hand, were clinical in their performance. The started the second session with a quick wicket before a 39-run partnership for the 7th wicket tried to halt a derailing innings. West Indies were eventually bowled out shortly before tea on the first day. For India, Siraj finished with 4/40, Bumrah picked up 3/42, Kuldeep picked 2/25, and Washington Sundar pitched with 1/9.

With these wickets, Bumrah also became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home in 24 innings and equaled former pacer Javagal Srinath's long-standing record. Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev (25 innings) and Ishant Sharma & Mohammed Shami - both 27 innings - to reach the milestone.

Jasprit Bumrah looked out of touch at the recent-concluded Asia Cup 2025 where he managed just seven wickets in five games in India's title-winning campaign. The Indian pacer, however, was back at his best in the first Test against West Indies at Ahmedabad which started on October 2. The pacer picked up three wickets, two of which came in the second session on searing yorkers, showing why is he considered one of the greatest modern pacers in world cricket. The batters, although from lower order, had no answer to Bumrah's laser-guided yorkers in a cloudy Ahmedabad. Bumrah leaves WI dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad Bumrah picked up his first wicket in the seventh over of the innings before unleashing himself in the second half with West Indies already seven down. The first of Bumrah's yorker victims was Justin Greaves who saw his off-stump being uprooted on a perfectly bowled full delivery. The next one was debutant Johann Layne who found two of his stumps being undone by a similar Bumrah yorker like the previous one. Have a look at the wickets below:

With these wickets, Bumrah also became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home in 24 innings and equaled former pacer Javagal Srinath's long-standing record. Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev (25 innings) and Ishant Sharma &amp; Mohammed Shami - both 27 innings - to reach the milestone.

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad - WATCH

Ravindra Jadeja has been playing international cricket for a long time now. The veteran all-rounder, however, has never been in leadership role despite being one of the most senior players in the team, especially in Tests. Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury picked on the England Test tour. The all-rounder, however, wasn't informed of this decision ahead of the announcement.<h2>Jadeja says BCCI didn't inform about VC decision</h2>Ahead of the first Test against West indies which started on October 2 in Ahmedabad, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a video where Jadeja was asked about being named the vice-captain. The all-rounder was candid in his conversation and acknowledged being happy at being given the deputy's position.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-ashwin-goes-unsold-in-ilt20-auction-but-pakistan-players-picked-despite-no-noc-1759388425631">Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC</a>“They didn’t say anything to me. They just announced the team and I saw that besides my name the VC is written, so I was very happy. And as a player, you always gain confidence whenever you see some kind of gesture from the management, captain and coach. At the end of the day, you are always happy to do good and share your experience with the team,” Jadeja said in the video.<h2>Kuldeep makes comeback in Test team</h2>India included Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI for the first Test against West Indies. The left-arm wrist spinner last played a Test against New Zealand at home in a series which India shockingly lost 0-3. Kuldeep didn't get a chance to play on the England tour but was the lone specialist spinner in the India team in the first Test along with spin all-rounders Jadeja and Washington Sundar.

Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury .

Ravindra Jadeja has been playing international cricket for a long time now. The veteran all-rounder, however, has never been in leadership role despite being one of the most senior players in the team, especially in Tests. Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury picked on the England Test tour. The all-rounder, however, wasn't informed of this decision ahead of the announcement. Jadeja says BCCI didn't inform about VC decision Ahead of the first Test against West indies which started on October 2 in Ahmedabad, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a video where Jadeja was asked about being named the vice-captain. The all-rounder was candid in his conversation and acknowledged being happy at being given the deputy's position. Also Read - Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC “They didn’t say anything to me. They just announced the team and I saw that besides my name the VC is written, so I was very happy. And as a player, you always gain confidence whenever you see some kind of gesture from the management, captain and coach. At the end of the day, you are always happy to do good and share your experience with the team,” Jadeja said in the video. Kuldeep makes comeback in Test team India included Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI for the first Test against West Indies. The left-arm wrist spinner last played a Test against New Zealand at home in a series which India shockingly lost 0-3. Kuldeep didn't get a chance to play on the England tour but was the lone specialist spinner in the India team in the first Test along with spin all-rounders Jadeja and Washington Sundar.

Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury .

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Jadeja reveals he 'wasn't informed by BCCI' about being named vice-captain

West Indies are all set to begin their two-match Test series against India on Thursday (Oct 2) as they take on the hosts at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The contest will be India’s first home assignment in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) and while the West Indies eye first points on the standings. However, remarkably, the series will also end a seven-year wait for the Caribbean team to play a red-ball series on Indian soil, having last done so in October 2018. So here’s what happened last time the West Indies were on an India tour in the red-ball format.<h2>What has happened in seven years?</h2>In 2018, when the West Indies side toured India with Kraigg Brathwaite led the visitors while the home side had Virat Kohli in charge. However, seven years on, both teams have seen significant changes as India are now led by Shubman Gill while Roston Chase is in charge of the West Indies. However, it is the impact of players who made headlines in the 2018 series who are no longer part of the set-up for India.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;India’s top scorer in the two-match Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award. On the other hand, Umesh Yadav scalped 10 wickets in the second Test, with six in the first innings and then four in the second innings.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>What happened in the matches?</h2>In the first match, India won by an innings and 272 runs, having asked West Indies to follow-on. India scored 649/9 before declaring. Shaw scored 134, Virat Kohli scored 139, while Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 100 at the Rajkot pitch. In response, the West Indies were bowled out for 181 and 196 as they lost the match.&nbsp;In the second Test in Hyderabad, West Indies were bowled out for 311 while India scored 367 in response. The visitors then had a batting collapse as they were bowled out for 127, meaning India needed 72 runs to win. The target was easily achieved by the Indian side as they won 2-0.

India’s top scorer in the 2018 Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award.

West Indies are all set to begin their two-match Test series against India on Thursday (Oct 2) as they take on the hosts at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The contest will be India’s first home assignment in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) and while the West Indies eye first points on the standings. However, remarkably, the series will also end a seven-year wait for the Caribbean team to play a red-ball series on Indian soil, having last done so in October 2018. So here’s what happened last time the West Indies were on an India tour in the red-ball format. What has happened in seven years? In 2018, when the West Indies side toured India with Kraigg Brathwaite led the visitors while the home side had Virat Kohli in charge. However, seven years on, both teams have seen significant changes as India are now led by Shubman Gill while Roston Chase is in charge of the West Indies. However, it is the impact of players who made headlines in the 2018 series who are no longer part of the set-up for India. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history India’s top scorer in the two-match Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award. On the other hand, Umesh Yadav scalped 10 wickets in the second Test, with six in the first innings and then four in the second innings. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more What happened in the matches? In the first match, India won by an innings and 272 runs, having asked West Indies to follow-on. India scored 649/9 before declaring. Shaw scored 134, Virat Kohli scored 139, while Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 100 at the Rajkot pitch. In response, the West Indies were bowled out for 181 and 196 as they lost the match. In the second Test in Hyderabad, West Indies were bowled out for 311 while India scored 367 in response. The visitors then had a batting collapse as they were bowled out for 127, meaning India needed 72 runs to win. The target was easily achieved by the Indian side as they won 2-0.

India’s top scorer in the 2018 Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award.

IND vs WI: Here's what happened last time West Indies toured India in red-ball format