<p>The India vs West Indies T20I series ended in a 2-2 draw after the final match was washed away in Bengaluru on Saturday (Oct 17). India, the two-time back-to-back T20 World Cup champions in 2024 and 2026, were expected to win the series, but Shai Hope denied them. The West Indies skipper hit 261 runs in four innings including two centuries - in the 2nd and 4th T20Is - and was rightfully named Player of the Series. Hope had also scored a century (162 not out) in the third ODI before the T20Is started to help West Indies get their only win in the three-match series by helping them chase 352.</p><h2>What keeps Hope going ?</h2><p>Speaking to the broadcaster after the final match was washed away, Hope spoke at length about his process and what keeps him going, saying "You still have to have that self-belief."</p><p>"Honestly, whenever I cross the line, even if I haven't got any runs in the last two, three, four, five innings, I still believe that I can get the job done," he said. "I think that's what kind of keeps me going, keeps me grounded as well, knowing that even if I do score a hundred or I get a big score, in the next game I still have to start from scratch.</p><p>"So my process never changes. I try to stay as neutral as I possibly can. I just back my ability to get the job done because I prepare, I think, well enough. So just allow that to happen and hopefully when the execution comes, it goes in my favour."</p><h2>How did Hope deny India a series win?</h2><p>In the first T20I, West Indies managed 171 with Hope scoring 52 off 37, but India chased it down with eight wickets in hand, thanks to skipper Shreyas Iyer's 102 not out. In the second T20I, West Indies chased down the 250-run target with Hope scoring 102 not out off 45 balls.</p><p>India bounced back in the third T20I as the bowlers defended 223 and restricted West Indies to 209/7. In the fourth T20I, West Indies posted 247 with Hope scoring 102 not out off 50 balls. India, in reply, could manage only 223 and lost by 24 runs. The fifth T20I ended in no result after being called off due to rain after 7.4 overs in the first innings.</p>

Shai Hope's two T20I centuries and 261 total runs powered West Indies to a 2–2 series draw against India, earning him Player of the Series. The rain-affected decider in Bengaluru ended in no result.

The India vs West Indies T20I series ended in a 2-2 draw after the final match was washed away in Bengaluru on Saturday (Oct 17). India, the two-time back-to-back T20 World Cup champions in 2024 and 2026, were expected to win the series, but Shai Hope denied them. The West Indies skipper hit 261 runs in four innings including two centuries - in the 2nd and 4th T20Is - and was rightfully named Player of the Series. Hope had also scored a century (162 not out) in the third ODI before the T20Is started to help West Indies get their only win in the three-match series by helping them chase 352. What keeps Hope going ? Speaking to the broadcaster after the final match was washed away, Hope spoke at length about his process and what keeps him going, saying "You still have to have that self-belief." "Honestly, whenever I cross the line, even if I haven't got any runs in the last two, three, four, five innings, I still believe that I can get the job done," he said. "I think that's what kind of keeps me going, keeps me grounded as well, knowing that even if I do score a hundred or I get a big score, in the next game I still have to start from scratch. "So my process never changes. I try to stay as neutral as I possibly can. I just back my ability to get the job done because I prepare, I think, well enough. So just allow that to happen and hopefully when the execution comes, it goes in my favour." How did Hope deny India a series win? In the first T20I, West Indies managed 171 with Hope scoring 52 off 37, but India chased it down with eight wickets in hand, thanks to skipper Shreyas Iyer's 102 not out. In the second T20I, West Indies chased down the 250-run target with Hope scoring 102 not out off 45 balls. India bounced back in the third T20I as the bowlers defended 223 and restricted West Indies to 209/7. In the fourth T20I, West Indies posted 247 with Hope scoring 102 not out off 50 balls. India, in reply, could manage only 223 and lost by 24 runs. The fifth T20I ended in no result after being called off due to rain after 7.4 overs in the first innings.

<p>Shai Hope's two T20I centuries and 261 total runs powered West Indies to a 2–2 series draw against India, earning him Player of the Series. The rain-affected decider in Bengaluru ended in no result.</p>

'My process never changes': West Indies skipper Shai Hope reveals what keeps him going after India T20I series exploits

<p>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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking after the match, Hope reflected on his team’s progress and the importance of taking the series to a 2-2 draw.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“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.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-w-vs-zim-w-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1792244074722"><strong>IND-W vs ZIM-W, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Paul also picked up a five-wicket haul in the previous match in Hyderabad, helping West Indies defend a huge total of 248 runs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa-vs-aus-2nd-test-rabada-return-bavuma-team-changes-1792248097107"><strong>SA vs AUS 2nd Test: Kagiso Rabada set to return as Bavuma signals team changes</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“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.</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>Shai Hope smashed his second hundred of this T20I series and fourth overall on this tour so far, while all-rounder Keemo Paul picked up a brilliant five-for to help West Indies beat India by 24 runs in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad. Hope hit an unbeaten 102 batting first before Paul’s smart bowling both at the start and death proved vital for the visitors, as they came back from behind to level the five-match series 2-2. M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will host the fifth and final T20I on Saturday (Oct 17).<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“It feels great,” Paul said after the match. “Obviously, we got the win, so I'm very, very happy. We have a simple plan; try and nail the yorkers, and if that doesn't work, we go into the wicket. The wicket assisted us a bit tonight. The slower balls were gripping a bit, so just trying not to be too predictable.”<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“I think we are a pretty confident bunch. I think all the guys, we back our skills, and we feel we could beat any team on our day. So, it's just about staying calm and believing in ourselves, and I think we're doing that really well,” he continued.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-2026-prasidh-harshit-pant-fitness-delays-squad-announcement-bhuvi-coe-1791977476733"><strong>IND vs NZ 2026: Fitness issues for Prasidh, Harshit delay squad selection; Bhuvi trains at CoE</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>India won the toss and elected to bowl first in the fourth T20I. West Indies got off to a flyer, with the openers adding 52 for the first wicket inside five overs. Another 58-run stand in the next four overs between Hope and Shimron Hetmyer helped the visitors gain momentum, before Rovman Powell joined hands with the skipper to keep West Indies’ nose in front.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>After losing Powell inside the 16th over, Hope and Sherfane Rutherford let loose and whacked fours and sixes for fun. The two propelled West Indies to a match-winning total (247/3), with Hope completing another memorable hundred.</p><h3>Samson's blitz in vain as Paul seals win</h3><p>The target was never going to be easy, but Sanju Samson ensured India would give its best shot. The opener went berserk, hitting a fifty and departing soon after for 53 off 23 balls, hitting four sixes and six fours. Abhishek looked sluggish at the start and, following two quick wickets of Ishan Kishan (6) and captain Shreyas Iyer (16), lost his rhythm to depart for a 24-ball 29. Naman Dhir’s wicket on a first-ball duck reduced India to 130 for five in the 12th over.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy kept India afloat in the run chase, and just when the two looked like they were putting in the fifth gear, Varma departed on a well-made 43 off 25 balls.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Paul, bowling the 19th over, picked up three wickets, including the dangerous Reddy on 41 off 20 balls, to end all hopes for India.</p>

Shai Hope’s unbeaten 102 and Keemo Paul’s five-wicket haul powered West Indies to a 24-run win over India in the 4th T20I in Hyderabad, leveling the series 2-2.

Shai Hope smashed his second hundred of this T20I series and fourth overall on this tour so far, while all-rounder Keemo Paul picked up a brilliant five-for to help West Indies beat India by 24 runs in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad. Hope hit an unbeaten 102 batting first before Paul’s smart bowling both at the start and death proved vital for the visitors, as they came back from behind to level the five-match series 2-2. M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will host the fifth and final T20I on Saturday (Oct 17). “It feels great,” Paul said after the match. “Obviously, we got the win, so I'm very, very happy. We have a simple plan; try and nail the yorkers, and if that doesn't work, we go into the wicket. The wicket assisted us a bit tonight. The slower balls were gripping a bit, so just trying not to be too predictable.” “I think we are a pretty confident bunch. I think all the guys, we back our skills, and we feel we could beat any team on our day. So, it's just about staying calm and believing in ourselves, and I think we're doing that really well,” he continued. Also read| IND vs NZ 2026: Fitness issues for Prasidh, Harshit delay squad selection; Bhuvi trains at CoE India won the toss and elected to bowl first in the fourth T20I. West Indies got off to a flyer, with the openers adding 52 for the first wicket inside five overs. Another 58-run stand in the next four overs between Hope and Shimron Hetmyer helped the visitors gain momentum, before Rovman Powell joined hands with the skipper to keep West Indies’ nose in front. After losing Powell inside the 16th over, Hope and Sherfane Rutherford let loose and whacked fours and sixes for fun. The two propelled West Indies to a match-winning total (247/3), with Hope completing another memorable hundred. Samson's blitz in vain as Paul seals win The target was never going to be easy, but Sanju Samson ensured India would give its best shot. The opener went berserk, hitting a fifty and departing soon after for 53 off 23 balls, hitting four sixes and six fours. Abhishek looked sluggish at the start and, following two quick wickets of Ishan Kishan (6) and captain Shreyas Iyer (16), lost his rhythm to depart for a 24-ball 29. Naman Dhir’s wicket on a first-ball duck reduced India to 130 for five in the 12th over. Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy kept India afloat in the run chase, and just when the two looked like they were putting in the fifth gear, Varma departed on a well-made 43 off 25 balls. Paul, bowling the 19th over, picked up three wickets, including the dangerous Reddy on 41 off 20 balls, to end all hopes for India.

<p>Shai Hope’s unbeaten 102 and Keemo Paul’s five-wicket haul powered West Indies to a 24-run win over India in the 4th T20I in Hyderabad, leveling the series 2-2.</p>

IND vs WI 4th T20I: Shai Hope hundred and Keemo Paul's five-for level series for West Indies

<p>India and the West Indies have reached the business end of their white-ball series, with the hosts leading the five T20Is 2-1. Hyderabad will host the fourth match on Wednesday evening (Oct 14), another potential run-fest. The three concluded matches have favoured batters throughout, with the visitors completing their highest T20I run chase against India in India in the second T20I in Ranchi. Shreyas Iyer’s Indian team won the first and third T20Is, and now aim to clinch the series win in the fourth. Here is the match preview.</p><h2>Match Preview</h2><p>India have all bases covered for the crucial fixture in Hyderabad. While their top order continues to dictate terms at the start of each game, with either of the two openers (Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma) and Ishan Kishan coming off well with the bat, Shreyas Iyer holds the key in the middle overs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-linkedin-debut-agilitas-one8world-1791965696854"><strong>Virat Kohli breaks the internet with LinkedIn debut: ‘Time to build something’</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>In the third T20I in Indore, Tilak Varma impressed with his 28, with Naman Dhir, Nitish Reddy and Axar Patel also chipping in with useful runs.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Bowling, however, has improved leaps and bounds since losing the second T20I, with the two frontline seamers, Arshdeep Singh and Mayank Yadav, delivering at the start and in death. Dhir’s handy spell with the ball has also proved vital for India, as Iyer is likely to back the Punjab all-rounder in the final two matches.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Team India is unlikely to change their playing XI.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>West Indies, on the other hand, must improve their bowling to push the series till the final T20I in Bengaluru. While batting remains their strongest department, with top-order success crucial to their chances in Hyderabad, where square boundaries are relatively bigger, the visitors will back their spin-bowling all-rounder, Roston Chase, to make inroads during the middle overs, as he has done so far in this series.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Moreover, Shamar Joseph hasn’t clicked with the new ball yet, with Hyderabad providing the right conditions to turn things around.</p><h3>Predicted Playing XIs –</h3><p><strong>India -</strong> Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Nitish Reddy, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav and Mayank Yadav<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>West Indies -</strong> Shai Hope (c &amp; wk), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Quentin Sampson, Keemo Paul, Shamar Springer, Roston Chase, Shamar Joseph and Gudakesh Motie</p>

Match preview for the 4th T20I between India and the West Indies in Hyderabad. Read team news, predicted playing XIs, and analysis as India eye a series win.

India and the West Indies have reached the business end of their white-ball series, with the hosts leading the five T20Is 2-1. Hyderabad will host the fourth match on Wednesday evening (Oct 14), another potential run-fest. The three concluded matches have favoured batters throughout, with the visitors completing their highest T20I run chase against India in India in the second T20I in Ranchi. Shreyas Iyer’s Indian team won the first and third T20Is, and now aim to clinch the series win in the fourth. Here is the match preview. Match Preview India have all bases covered for the crucial fixture in Hyderabad. While their top order continues to dictate terms at the start of each game, with either of the two openers (Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma) and Ishan Kishan coming off well with the bat, Shreyas Iyer holds the key in the middle overs. Also read| Virat Kohli breaks the internet with LinkedIn debut: ‘Time to build something’ In the third T20I in Indore, Tilak Varma impressed with his 28, with Naman Dhir, Nitish Reddy and Axar Patel also chipping in with useful runs. Bowling, however, has improved leaps and bounds since losing the second T20I, with the two frontline seamers, Arshdeep Singh and Mayank Yadav, delivering at the start and in death. Dhir’s handy spell with the ball has also proved vital for India, as Iyer is likely to back the Punjab all-rounder in the final two matches. Team India is unlikely to change their playing XI. West Indies, on the other hand, must improve their bowling to push the series till the final T20I in Bengaluru. While batting remains their strongest department, with top-order success crucial to their chances in Hyderabad, where square boundaries are relatively bigger, the visitors will back their spin-bowling all-rounder, Roston Chase, to make inroads during the middle overs, as he has done so far in this series. Moreover, Shamar Joseph hasn’t clicked with the new ball yet, with Hyderabad providing the right conditions to turn things around. Predicted Playing XIs – India - Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Nitish Reddy, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav and Mayank Yadav West Indies - Shai Hope (c & wk), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Quentin Sampson, Keemo Paul, Shamar Springer, Roston Chase, Shamar Joseph and Gudakesh Motie

<p>Match preview for the 4th T20I between India and the West Indies in Hyderabad. Read team news, predicted playing XIs, and analysis as India eye a series win.</p>

IND vs WI 4th T20I Preview: India target series win in another potential run-fest

<p>India had a clear plan to stop West Indies captain Shai Hope, who had been in excellent form throughout the ODI and T20I series and left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh was happy to see the plan work in the third T20I in Indore on Sunday. Hope had scored two consecutive centuries in the ODI series before hitting a half-century in the first T20I and an unbeaten 102 in the second, however, he managed only five runs before Arshdeep dismissed him in the second over.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India restricted the West Indies to 209/7 while defending a target of 224, securing a 14-run win and taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Arshdeep played a key role with three wickets, dismissing Hope, Sherfane Rutherford and Keemo Paul.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Before the match, we had planned how to keep things tight to him and when you execute that plan in the match, it feels good when you get the result. I am grateful to the coaches for working through the plan and they told me that I can use this in the match and that thing got executed,” Arshdeep said in a video posted on BCCI.tv on Monday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/abhishek-sharma-uneasy-preparation-18-ball-fifty-record-2000-t20i-runs-indore-1791793946345"><strong>Abhishek Sharma credits ‘uneasy preparation’ for blistering 18-ball fifty in Indore T20I win</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The pacer praised the entire bowling unit for maintaining pressure while defending a big total. India bounced back after the West Indies chased down 250 in the previous match.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I bowled very well. Mayank kept the pressure from the other end and all the six bowlers, all chipped in and bowled very well. It feels good when you get a little pressure for executing plans. So, it’s good fun,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nathan-mcsweeney-virat-kohli-youtube-videos-australia-a-beat-india-a-1791788649715"><strong>McSweeney reveals how studying Kohli YouTube clips helped AUS A conquer India</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Arshdeep also apologised to Axar Patel for the mix-up in the middle that led to the all-rounder’s run-out.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I would like to apologise to Axar bhai. Sorry, Axar bhai. I got you run out,” he said.</p><p>The left-arm pacer also spoke about his efforts to improve his batting and contribute useful runs lower down the order.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I keep trying in batting. The results are rare. But today, it just connected well. As much as the coaches trust us, we have to do it in batting as well and get a few runs down the order. So it is important to work like this in batting,” he added.</p>

India’s bowling plans paid off as Arshdeep Singh dismissed in-form West Indies captain Shai Hope for five in the third T20I, helping India secure a 14-run victory and take a 2-1 series lead. 

India had a clear plan to stop West Indies captain Shai Hope, who had been in excellent form throughout the ODI and T20I series and left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh was happy to see the plan work in the third T20I in Indore on Sunday. Hope had scored two consecutive centuries in the ODI series before hitting a half-century in the first T20I and an unbeaten 102 in the second, however, he managed only five runs before Arshdeep dismissed him in the second over. India restricted the West Indies to 209/7 while defending a target of 224, securing a 14-run win and taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Arshdeep played a key role with three wickets, dismissing Hope, Sherfane Rutherford and Keemo Paul. “Before the match, we had planned how to keep things tight to him and when you execute that plan in the match, it feels good when you get the result. I am grateful to the coaches for working through the plan and they told me that I can use this in the match and that thing got executed,” Arshdeep said in a video posted on BCCI.tv on Monday. Also Read - Abhishek Sharma credits ‘uneasy preparation’ for blistering 18-ball fifty in Indore T20I win The pacer praised the entire bowling unit for maintaining pressure while defending a big total. India bounced back after the West Indies chased down 250 in the previous match. “I bowled very well. Mayank kept the pressure from the other end and all the six bowlers, all chipped in and bowled very well. It feels good when you get a little pressure for executing plans. So, it’s good fun,” he said. Also Read - McSweeney reveals how studying Kohli YouTube clips helped AUS A conquer India Arshdeep also apologised to Axar Patel for the mix-up in the middle that led to the all-rounder’s run-out. “I would like to apologise to Axar bhai. Sorry, Axar bhai. I got you run out,” he said. The left-arm pacer also spoke about his efforts to improve his batting and contribute useful runs lower down the order. “I keep trying in batting. The results are rare. But today, it just connected well. As much as the coaches trust us, we have to do it in batting as well and get a few runs down the order. So it is important to work like this in batting,” he added.

<p>India’s bowling plans paid off as Arshdeep Singh dismissed in-form West Indies captain Shai Hope for five in the third T20I, helping India secure a 14-run victory and take a 2-1 series lead.&nbsp;</p>

‘We had planned how to keep things tight’: Arshdeep reveals India’s game plan for Shai Hope

<p>The T20I action moves to Holkar Stadium in Indore, where India and West Indies will clash in the third match of this five-match series on Sunday evening (Oct 11). Following a record-breaking chase in Ranchi in the previous T20I, where the visitors shocked Shreyas Iyer’s Indian side by chasing 250 with five wickets remaining, the two teams are set for another run-fest in Indore. The wickets and boundaries here will make it a paradise for the batters. It remains to be seen if India will make any changes to their playing XI.</p><h2>India's Team News &amp; Balance</h2><p>India will enter this contest with plenty of positives to take from the Ranchi loss, with Sanju Samson’s form and Mayank Yadav’s express pace being the highlight. The two were on song in the second T20I, with Samson hitting a 41-ball 82 and Mayank breaking West Indies’ top order with three wickets inside the Powerplay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India's batting lineup remains their main strength, with top-ranked T20I pairing of Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan likely to return to form in the third T20I. Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube will take care of the lower-order duties, with Iyer being the centre point of India’s batting. His form, however, remains crucial to India’s success, having won the Lucknow T20I of his own.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-odi-squad-india-series-rachin-ravindra-returns-1791690725605"><strong>Rachin Ravindra returns to New Zealand ODI squad for India series; Allen, Seifert included</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, the bowling department is what India must be careful about, with Arshdeep Singh being the only seasoned quick available for selection. Mayank has risen to fame with his express pace, with Prince Yadav waiting in the wings for his chance. Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will continue to play frontline spinners for the team.</p><h3>West Indies' Threat &amp; Form</h3><p>West Indies will remain the force to reckon with in this contest. After another Shai Hope masterclass in this series in the previous fixture and plenty of hard-hitting from the remaining batters, West Indies will like to build on the momentum.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Like India, West Indies’ bowling would be a concern for the visitors, with the captain having fewer experienced players to fall back on.</p><h3>Predicted Playing XIs of both teams –</h3><p><strong>India -</strong> Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and Mayank Yadav</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>West Indies -</strong> Shai Hope (captain &amp; wk), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Springer, Akeal Hosein and Shamar Joseph</p>

India and West Indies clash in Indore for the 3rd T20I following a record 250-run chase in Ranchi. Read the complete match preview, pitch report, and predicted XIs.

The T20I action moves to Holkar Stadium in Indore, where India and West Indies will clash in the third match of this five-match series on Sunday evening (Oct 11). Following a record-breaking chase in Ranchi in the previous T20I, where the visitors shocked Shreyas Iyer’s Indian side by chasing 250 with five wickets remaining, the two teams are set for another run-fest in Indore. The wickets and boundaries here will make it a paradise for the batters. It remains to be seen if India will make any changes to their playing XI. India's Team News & Balance India will enter this contest with plenty of positives to take from the Ranchi loss, with Sanju Samson’s form and Mayank Yadav’s express pace being the highlight. The two were on song in the second T20I, with Samson hitting a 41-ball 82 and Mayank breaking West Indies’ top order with three wickets inside the Powerplay. India's batting lineup remains their main strength, with top-ranked T20I pairing of Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan likely to return to form in the third T20I. Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube will take care of the lower-order duties, with Iyer being the centre point of India’s batting. His form, however, remains crucial to India’s success, having won the Lucknow T20I of his own. Also read| Rachin Ravindra returns to New Zealand ODI squad for India series; Allen, Seifert included Meanwhile, the bowling department is what India must be careful about, with Arshdeep Singh being the only seasoned quick available for selection. Mayank has risen to fame with his express pace, with Prince Yadav waiting in the wings for his chance. Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will continue to play frontline spinners for the team. West Indies' Threat & Form West Indies will remain the force to reckon with in this contest. After another Shai Hope masterclass in this series in the previous fixture and plenty of hard-hitting from the remaining batters, West Indies will like to build on the momentum. Like India, West Indies’ bowling would be a concern for the visitors, with the captain having fewer experienced players to fall back on. Predicted Playing XIs of both teams – India - Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and Mayank Yadav West Indies - Shai Hope (captain & wk), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Springer, Akeal Hosein and Shamar Joseph

<p>India and West Indies clash in Indore for the 3rd T20I following a record 250-run chase in Ranchi. Read the complete match preview, pitch report, and predicted XIs.</p>

3rd T20I Preview: Another run-fest on cards as India face West Indies in Indore

<p>Shreyas Iyer has blamed dew for India’s loss in a high-scoring second T20I against the West Indies in Ranchi on Friday night. India posted 249/5 in the first innings, before Shai Hope’s unbeaten 102 completed West Indies’ highest successful run chase against India. Hope scored his second T20I hundred and third so far in this series to help the visitors level the T20I series 1-1.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Iyer stood tall in the series opener in Lucknow, scoring his maiden T20I hundred and delivering another masterclass, he looked clueless defending a massive total in the second match. Blaming dew for another high-scoring loss against the West Indies, Iyer said, “Honestly speaking, you cannot put a number to it, because when the dew factor comes in, it plays a massive role. And even 249 was chased in, like, with two overs to spare. So, you cannot give a number, or probably anticipate that, okay, this is the number we would be trying to score.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shai-hope-shubman-gill-instagram-caption-250-cool-ranchi-t20i-1791606247849"><strong>‘250? Cool.’: Shai Hope takes swipe at Shubman Gill’s Instagram caption after Ranchi T20I masterclass</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Crediting the West Indian batters for not letting India’s attack take control at any point in the game, Iyer said, “The margin for error on this wicket is very minor, and any delivery if you miss to execute it, it was going onto the stands, and you could see how exceptional they were batting. So, a few missed chances here and there, but that's part and parcel of the game. But credit where it's due, they batted amazing, and yeah, kudos to them.”</p><h2>Iyer praises Samson, Mayank</h2><p>Sanju Samson and Mayank Yadav were India’s best performers on the day. While Samson struck a 41-ball 82, hitting nine fours and four sixes, Mayank proved vital with the new ball, picking up three wickets inside the Powerplay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Both were phenomenal in their departments, and this is what we look for every now and then from Sanju and Abhishek. The way they've been performing consistently throughout, taking that responsibility and setting the pace for us- exceptional performances by them, and also Mayank. Those three crucial wickets, it was something that stabilised the rhythm for us up ahead, but then after that, the partnership came in, and the momentum shifted towards them,” the Indian captain praised his teammates.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube were amongst the most expensive Indian bowlers, conceding at over 10 runs per over.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Indore will host the 3rd T20I on Sunday (Oct 11).</p>

India captain Shreyas Iyer blamed heavy dew after West Indies chased down 250 in Ranchi to level the 5-match T20I series 1-1 despite Sanju Samson's 82.

Shreyas Iyer has blamed dew for India’s loss in a high-scoring second T20I against the West Indies in Ranchi on Friday night. India posted 249/5 in the first innings, before Shai Hope’s unbeaten 102 completed West Indies’ highest successful run chase against India. Hope scored his second T20I hundred and third so far in this series to help the visitors level the T20I series 1-1. While Iyer stood tall in the series opener in Lucknow, scoring his maiden T20I hundred and delivering another masterclass, he looked clueless defending a massive total in the second match. Blaming dew for another high-scoring loss against the West Indies, Iyer said, “Honestly speaking, you cannot put a number to it, because when the dew factor comes in, it plays a massive role. And even 249 was chased in, like, with two overs to spare. So, you cannot give a number, or probably anticipate that, okay, this is the number we would be trying to score.” Also read| ‘250? Cool.’: Shai Hope takes swipe at Shubman Gill’s Instagram caption after Ranchi T20I masterclass Crediting the West Indian batters for not letting India’s attack take control at any point in the game, Iyer said, “The margin for error on this wicket is very minor, and any delivery if you miss to execute it, it was going onto the stands, and you could see how exceptional they were batting. So, a few missed chances here and there, but that's part and parcel of the game. But credit where it's due, they batted amazing, and yeah, kudos to them.” Iyer praises Samson, Mayank Sanju Samson and Mayank Yadav were India’s best performers on the day. While Samson struck a 41-ball 82, hitting nine fours and four sixes, Mayank proved vital with the new ball, picking up three wickets inside the Powerplay. “Both were phenomenal in their departments, and this is what we look for every now and then from Sanju and Abhishek. The way they've been performing consistently throughout, taking that responsibility and setting the pace for us- exceptional performances by them, and also Mayank. Those three crucial wickets, it was something that stabilised the rhythm for us up ahead, but then after that, the partnership came in, and the momentum shifted towards them,” the Indian captain praised his teammates. Meanwhile, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube were amongst the most expensive Indian bowlers, conceding at over 10 runs per over. Indore will host the 3rd T20I on Sunday (Oct 11).

<p>India captain Shreyas Iyer blamed heavy dew after West Indies chased down 250 in Ranchi to level the 5-match T20I series 1-1 despite Sanju Samson's 82.</p>

Shreyas Iyer blames dew for West Indies' record run chase in 2nd T20I in Ranchi

<p>Shai Hope is in tremendous form on the ongoing India tour, having already smashed three white-ball hundreds so far. He was on song during the 2nd T20I in Ranchi, helping his team complete the second-highest run chase in the format's history (250) with his unbeaten 102. Shortly after, Hope posted, ‘250? Cool.’, taking a swipe at a similar Instagram caption posted by India’s ODI captain Shubman Gill after scoring 223* in the second One-Dayer, helping India complete their highest ODI run chase.</p>

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<p>Hope also scored a hundred in Guwahati, with West Indies breaching the 400-run mark (405) for the first time in ODIs. Gill and Rohit hit respective centuries to guide India home with eight wickets and 32 balls remaining. India also clinched the ODI series with that win, only for the West Indies to turn the tables in the final One-Dayer and complete their highest successful ODI run chase, with Hope scoring an unbeaten 162.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-west-indies-set-record-for-highest-successful-run-chase-in-t20is-against-india-1791566384267"><strong>IND vs WI: West Indies set record for highest successful run chase in T20Is against India</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following his marathon innings, Gill took to his Instagram handle, posting a photo of himself with the caption, ‘406? Cool.’</p>

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<p>11 days later, Hope’s magnificent 102* saw West Indies complete a first 250-plus T20I run chase on Indian soil.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Crediting the self-belief within the team and his partnerships with Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford, Hope said, “It's going to be a tough chase. But when you chase here in India, you always give yourself a chance. You always think you're in the game, regardless of what score is on the board. But five for two was always going to be challenging.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“When we got that partnership there, myself and Rovman, we just got some more impetus in the innings, and then obviously Sherfane came and did what he did, played really well with the bat, and just gave us that spark that we needed to get over the line today,” Hope explained on what pushed the visitors.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Yes, the thing about cricket, I really believe that we need to bat a lot better in partnerships. It's something that we tend to lack every now and again, but sometimes you just got to sit back, as you say, and watch (your partner) play shots. In that situation there, as long as we kept going at the rate to keep up with the game, then I didn't need to take any unnecessary risk. I thought we were going really nicely, so just about calculating that chase as best we can,” he concluded.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, the T20I series is tied at 1-1, with Indore to host the third T20I on Sunday (Oct 11).</p>

West Indies skipper Shai Hope poked fun at Shubman Gill’s viral post with his own ‘250? Cool.’ Instagram caption following a record T20I win in Ranchi.

Shai Hope is in tremendous form on the ongoing India tour, having already smashed three white-ball hundreds so far. He was on song during the 2nd T20I in Ranchi, helping his team complete the second-highest run chase in the format's history (250) with his unbeaten 102. Shortly after, Hope posted, ‘250? Cool.’, taking a swipe at a similar Instagram caption posted by India’s ODI captain Shubman Gill after scoring 223* in the second One-Dayer, helping India complete their highest ODI run chase.

<p>West Indies skipper Shai Hope poked fun at Shubman Gill’s viral post with his own ‘250? Cool.’ Instagram caption following a record T20I win in Ranchi.</p>

‘250? Cool.’: Shai Hope takes swipe at Shubman Gill’s Instagram caption after Ranchi T20I masterclass

<p>The ICC fined Indian and West Indian players for maintaining a slow over-rate in the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh last Saturday (Oct 3). Indian players were fined 20 per cent of their match fees, while West Indian players were fined 10 per cent. The hosts were found four overs short of the required target once time allowances were considered, and the visiting side was deemed two overs short, with the ICC imposing respective fines.</p><p>India had already won the three-match ODI series 2-0 entering into the final One-Dayer, with the West Indies playing for pride in New Chandigarh.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India won the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram by eight wickets, riding on hundreds from captain Shubman Gill and talismanic batter Virat Kohli.</p><p>In the second ODI, the West Indies created history by breaching the 400-mark in ODIs for the first time, only for India to chase the 405-run target by eight wickets. Gill was again on song, hitting his second ODI double hundred (223*) and helping India complete their highest successful run chase and the second-highest overall (behind South Africa’s 438 vs Australia, 2006).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hardik-pandya-harshit-rana-injury-setback-nz-tour-1791138228408"><strong>Double blow for India as Hardik Pandya, Harshit Rana suffer fitness setbacks; unlikely for NZ tour: Report</strong></a></p><h3>Hope Stars for WI in New Chandigarh</h3><p>Shai Hope’s latest century, however, surpassed West Indian veteran Brian Lara’s tally of most ODI hundreds in the second ODI, taking his career tally to 21 centuries. This knock, however, came in a winning cause as West Indies chased 352 to complete their highest successful chase in 50-over cricket.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For India, KL Rahul smashed a brilliant 129*, helping them post a fighting total. The in-form West Indian captain registered his highest ODI total (162*) as the visitors won the final match to deny India a 3-0 series sweep.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The two teams will now return to action in the five-match T20Is starting in Lucknow on Tuesday (Oct 6).</p>

The ICC fined India and the West Indies match fees for maintaining slow over-rates in the 3rd ODI in New Chandigarh. Read team penalties and series recap.

The ICC fined Indian and West Indian players for maintaining a slow over-rate in the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh last Saturday (Oct 3). Indian players were fined 20 per cent of their match fees, while West Indian players were fined 10 per cent. The hosts were found four overs short of the required target once time allowances were considered, and the visiting side was deemed two overs short, with the ICC imposing respective fines. India had already won the three-match ODI series 2-0 entering into the final One-Dayer, with the West Indies playing for pride in New Chandigarh. India won the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram by eight wickets, riding on hundreds from captain Shubman Gill and talismanic batter Virat Kohli. In the second ODI, the West Indies created history by breaching the 400-mark in ODIs for the first time, only for India to chase the 405-run target by eight wickets. Gill was again on song, hitting his second ODI double hundred (223*) and helping India complete their highest successful run chase and the second-highest overall (behind South Africa’s 438 vs Australia, 2006). Also read| Double blow for India as Hardik Pandya, Harshit Rana suffer fitness setbacks; unlikely for NZ tour: Report Hope Stars for WI in New Chandigarh Shai Hope’s latest century, however, surpassed West Indian veteran Brian Lara’s tally of most ODI hundreds in the second ODI, taking his career tally to 21 centuries. This knock, however, came in a winning cause as West Indies chased 352 to complete their highest successful chase in 50-over cricket. For India, KL Rahul smashed a brilliant 129*, helping them post a fighting total. The in-form West Indian captain registered his highest ODI total (162*) as the visitors won the final match to deny India a 3-0 series sweep. The two teams will now return to action in the five-match T20Is starting in Lucknow on Tuesday (Oct 6).

<p>The ICC fined India and the West Indies match fees for maintaining slow over-rates in the 3rd ODI in New Chandigarh. Read team penalties and series recap.</p>

ICC fines India and West Indies over slow over-rate in Chandigarh ODI

From Joe Root to Hashim Amla, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 4000 ODI runs. This list also includes Babar Azam, Viv Richards and Shai Hope

<p>From Joe Root to Hashim Amla, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 4000 ODI runs. This list also includes Babar Azam, Viv Richards and Shai Hope</p>

Meet top 5 players fastest to 4000 ODI runs

<p>West Indies captain Shai Hope has credited talismanic MS Dhoni for his New Chandigarh masterclass, which scripted history for the visitors. Hope, who scored his 20th ODI hundred in the second One-Dayer in Guwahati, struck another in the third and final match, hitting a match-winning 162* in a record run chase. Hope stood as the visitors' main pillar after they lost their fifth wicket with over 60 runs required, and delivered for his team as West Indies completed their highest ODI run chase.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking about the impact he had on his game after chatting with the veteran Indian keeper-batter Dhoni, Hope said, “I had a great chat with the great man MS Dhoni; he was telling me you always have more time than you think. So just trying not to focus too much on the end result. Just look at the process, try to break the game down as best as I can and find ways to get the boundaries in the back end.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read| </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shubman-gill-death-bowling-fielding-concerns-india-west-indies-odi-series-1791118279344"><strong>Shubman Gill flags 2 major concerns for India after Chandigarh ODI defeat to WI</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hope smashed 17 fours and three sixes in his marathon innings, helping West Indies salvage pride with a win in the final ODI. The right-hander anchored the chase from start to finish, as West Indies finally had a reason to smile after conceding the three-match ODI series.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Detailing the calculation of the chase, Hope said, “I even thought about the overs that the Indian team were behind. So, I knew they would have to bring a couple of fielders in, in the back end. So, it's always tough when you're trying to defend a score, and you got to have five men in the ring. So, all those things I calculated when I was batting. Just so happened that everything worked out for us in the back end.”</p><h3>Dhoni, CSK and IPL</h3><p>Hope's tribute underlines how Dhoni’s legendary finishing wisdom continues to inspire international stars. Meanwhile, Dhoni remains a talking point for his IPL franchise and its fans, with plenty to ponder. With the mini-IPL auction set for mid-December later this year, all eyes will be on Dhoni’s auction strategies and his future as an active player.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dhoni, who led CSK to a record five IPL titles, didn’t play a single game this edition as he remained on the bench with a calf issue. CSK, however, hasn’t won an IPL trophy since 2023.</p>

Shai Hope credited MS Dhoni’s tactical advice after scoring a match-winning 162* in New Chandigarh to guide West Indies to their highest-ever ODI run chase against India.

West Indies captain Shai Hope has credited talismanic MS Dhoni for his New Chandigarh masterclass, which scripted history for the visitors. Hope, who scored his 20th ODI hundred in the second One-Dayer in Guwahati, struck another in the third and final match, hitting a match-winning 162* in a record run chase. Hope stood as the visitors' main pillar after they lost their fifth wicket with over 60 runs required, and delivered for his team as West Indies completed their highest ODI run chase. Speaking about the impact he had on his game after chatting with the veteran Indian keeper-batter Dhoni, Hope said, “I had a great chat with the great man MS Dhoni; he was telling me you always have more time than you think. So just trying not to focus too much on the end result. Just look at the process, try to break the game down as best as I can and find ways to get the boundaries in the back end.” Also read| Shubman Gill flags 2 major concerns for India after Chandigarh ODI defeat to WI Hope smashed 17 fours and three sixes in his marathon innings, helping West Indies salvage pride with a win in the final ODI. The right-hander anchored the chase from start to finish, as West Indies finally had a reason to smile after conceding the three-match ODI series. Detailing the calculation of the chase, Hope said, “I even thought about the overs that the Indian team were behind. So, I knew they would have to bring a couple of fielders in, in the back end. So, it's always tough when you're trying to defend a score, and you got to have five men in the ring. So, all those things I calculated when I was batting. Just so happened that everything worked out for us in the back end.” Dhoni, CSK and IPL Hope's tribute underlines how Dhoni’s legendary finishing wisdom continues to inspire international stars. Meanwhile, Dhoni remains a talking point for his IPL franchise and its fans, with plenty to ponder. With the mini-IPL auction set for mid-December later this year, all eyes will be on Dhoni’s auction strategies and his future as an active player. Dhoni, who led CSK to a record five IPL titles, didn’t play a single game this edition as he remained on the bench with a calf issue. CSK, however, hasn’t won an IPL trophy since 2023.

<p>Shai Hope credited MS Dhoni’s tactical advice after scoring a match-winning 162* in New Chandigarh to guide West Indies to their highest-ever ODI run chase against India.</p>

‘Dhoni told me you always…’: Shai Hope credits MS Dhoni for Chandigarh run chase masterclass

<p>West Indies pulled off a stunning chase against India in the third and final ODI, chasing down 352 runs with five wickets in hand at the PCA International Cricket Stadium on Saturday (Oct 3). Captain Shai Hope led the way with a brilliant unbeaten 162 off 143 balls, hitting 17 fours and three sixes. He first built a strong partnership with Amir Jangoo, who scored 67 off 56 balls, to keep West Indies in the contest after John Campbell’s early dismissal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After Jangoo departed, Sherfane Rutherford scored 24 before Keemo Paul added a quick 44 off 35 balls. Hope then took control of the chase, joining hands with Gudakesh Motie for a match-winning 62-run stand off just 29 deliveries.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Motie attacked the Indian bowlers in the closing stages and smashed Anshul Kamboj for a flurry of runs in the 48th over. West Indies reached the target with 10 balls remaining, completing their highest successful ODI chase.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mohammed Siraj, Gurnoor Brar, Kuldeep Yadav and Naman Dhir took one wicket each for India, but the bowlers struggled to stop the visitors.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-brazil-ancelotti-s-selecao-run-riot-in-kolkata-beat-blue-tigers-4-0-1791047437975"><strong>India vs Brazil: Ancelotti's Selecao run riot in Kolkata, beat Blue Tigers 4-0</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, India recovered from a poor start to post 351/7. KL Rahul led the scoring with a superb 129 off 80 balls, including 10 fours and two sixes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Rohit Sharma added 92 off 85 balls and also became only the fourth opener in ODI history to reach 10,000 runs at the top of the order. Ruturaj Gaikwad contributed 57, while Naman Dhir and Anshul Kamboj scored 30 and 17 respectively.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kolkata-finally-wakes-up-thousands-flock-to-salt-lake-stadium-for-historic-india-brazil-clash-1791039322125"><strong>Kolkata finds its voice as thousands pack Salt Lake stadium for India vs Brazil</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Jayden Seales was West Indies’ best bowler with 3/62, while Keemo Paul took two wickets and Gudakesh Motie claimed one.</p>

Shai Hope played a key role in West Indies’ successful chase, finishing the job in 48.2 overs, while Amir Jangoo and Keemo Paul added valuable runs.

West Indies pulled off a stunning chase against India in the third and final ODI, chasing down 352 runs with five wickets in hand at the PCA International Cricket Stadium on Saturday (Oct 3). Captain Shai Hope led the way with a brilliant unbeaten 162 off 143 balls, hitting 17 fours and three sixes. He first built a strong partnership with Amir Jangoo, who scored 67 off 56 balls, to keep West Indies in the contest after John Campbell’s early dismissal. After Jangoo departed, Sherfane Rutherford scored 24 before Keemo Paul added a quick 44 off 35 balls. Hope then took control of the chase, joining hands with Gudakesh Motie for a match-winning 62-run stand off just 29 deliveries. Motie attacked the Indian bowlers in the closing stages and smashed Anshul Kamboj for a flurry of runs in the 48th over. West Indies reached the target with 10 balls remaining, completing their highest successful ODI chase. Mohammed Siraj, Gurnoor Brar, Kuldeep Yadav and Naman Dhir took one wicket each for India, but the bowlers struggled to stop the visitors. Also Read - India vs Brazil: Ancelotti's Selecao run riot in Kolkata, beat Blue Tigers 4-0 Earlier, India recovered from a poor start to post 351/7. KL Rahul led the scoring with a superb 129 off 80 balls, including 10 fours and two sixes. Rohit Sharma added 92 off 85 balls and also became only the fourth opener in ODI history to reach 10,000 runs at the top of the order. Ruturaj Gaikwad contributed 57, while Naman Dhir and Anshul Kamboj scored 30 and 17 respectively. Also Read - Kolkata finds its voice as thousands pack Salt Lake stadium for India vs Brazil Jayden Seales was West Indies’ best bowler with 3/62, while Keemo Paul took two wickets and Gudakesh Motie claimed one.

<p>Shai Hope played a key role in West Indies’ successful chase, finishing the job in 48.2 overs, while Amir Jangoo and Keemo Paul added valuable runs.</p>

IND vs WI, 3rd ODI: Shai Hope, Motie star as West Indies defeat India by five wickets

<p>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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><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"><strong>US-Israel attack Iran | Formula 1 2026 opening weekend preparations in Australia hit amid Middle East conflict</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-isreal-iran-war-iran-s-participation-in-fifa-world-cup-2026-unlikely-amid-ongoing-attacks-1772420510367"><strong> FIFA WC 2026 | Iran's participation 'unlikely' after US-Israel attacks</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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.</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>West Indies defeated Nepal by nine wickets in their Group C match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday (Feb 15). Chasing a target of 134 runs in 20 overs, West Indies reached the score in just 15.2 overs and the win helped them to qualify for the Super Eight stage of the tournament. Captain Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer shared a strong partnership of 91 runs from 59 balls. Hope stayed not out on 61 runs from 44 balls, hitting five fours and three sixes. Hetmyer also remained unbeaten, scoring 46 runs from 32 balls with four fours and two sixes. Brandon King contributed 22 runs before he was dismissed by Nandan Yadav.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Nepal, Nandan Yadav was the only bowler to pick up a wicket, while the others failed to trouble the strong West Indies batting line-up.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-world-cup-2026-what-happens-if-india-vs-pakistan-washes-out-1771140978108"><strong>T20 World Cup 2026: What happens if India vs Pakistan washes out</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, after winning the toss, West Indies chose to bowl first. They restricted Nepal to 133 for eight in 20 overs. Dipendra Singh Airee was the top scorer with 58 runs from 47 balls, including three fours and three sixes. Sompal Kami scored 26 runs, while Lokesh Bam made 13 and Aasif Sheikh contributed 11.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For West Indies, Jason Holder was the standout bowler, picking up four wickets for 27 runs in his four overs. Roston Chase, Shamar Joseph, Matthew Forde and Akeal Hosein each took one wicket. West Indies bowlers kept bowling tight lengths and did not allow Nepal’s batters to score freely. They took wickets at regular intervals and stopped Nepal from building any big partnerships.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-world-cup-2026-lockie-ferguson-to-miss-new-zealand-vs-canada-match-due-to-this-reason-1771138958698"><strong>T20 WC 26: Lockie Ferguson to miss New Zealand vs Canada due to THIS reason</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With this victory, West Indies have moved into the Super Eight stage and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.</p>

With this victory, West Indies have moved into the Super Eight stage and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.

West Indies defeated Nepal by nine wickets in their Group C match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday (Feb 15). Chasing a target of 134 runs in 20 overs, West Indies reached the score in just 15.2 overs and the win helped them to qualify for the Super Eight stage of the tournament. Captain Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer shared a strong partnership of 91 runs from 59 balls. Hope stayed not out on 61 runs from 44 balls, hitting five fours and three sixes. Hetmyer also remained unbeaten, scoring 46 runs from 32 balls with four fours and two sixes. Brandon King contributed 22 runs before he was dismissed by Nandan Yadav. For Nepal, Nandan Yadav was the only bowler to pick up a wicket, while the others failed to trouble the strong West Indies batting line-up. Also Read - T20 World Cup 2026: What happens if India vs Pakistan washes out Earlier, after winning the toss, West Indies chose to bowl first. They restricted Nepal to 133 for eight in 20 overs. Dipendra Singh Airee was the top scorer with 58 runs from 47 balls, including three fours and three sixes. Sompal Kami scored 26 runs, while Lokesh Bam made 13 and Aasif Sheikh contributed 11. For West Indies, Jason Holder was the standout bowler, picking up four wickets for 27 runs in his four overs. Roston Chase, Shamar Joseph, Matthew Forde and Akeal Hosein each took one wicket. West Indies bowlers kept bowling tight lengths and did not allow Nepal’s batters to score freely. They took wickets at regular intervals and stopped Nepal from building any big partnerships. Also Read - T20 WC 26: Lockie Ferguson to miss New Zealand vs Canada due to THIS reason With this victory, West Indies have moved into the Super Eight stage and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.

<p>With this victory, West Indies have moved into the Super Eight stage and will aim to continue their strong performance in the T20 World Cup 2026.</p>

T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies crush Nepal's hopes to seal Super 8 spot

From Hashim Amla to Viv Richards, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 5000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Babar Azam, Virat Kohli and Shai Hope

<p>From Hashim Amla to Viv Richards, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 5000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Babar Azam, Virat Kohli and Shai Hope</p>

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 5,000 ODI runs

From Babar Azam to Hashim Amla, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 3000 runs in ODIs. This list also includes Shai Hope, Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq

<p>From Babar Azam to Hashim Amla, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 3000 runs in ODIs. This list also includes Shai Hope, Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq</p>

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From Sahibzada Farhan to Nicholas Pooran, here's a look at the top five batters with most T20 runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, Tim Seifert and Abhishek Sharma

<p>From Sahibzada Farhan to Nicholas Pooran, here's a look at the top five batters with most T20 runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, Tim Seifert and Abhishek Sharma.</p>

Meet top 5 batters with most T20 runs in 2025, check who tops the list

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most centuries in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rachin Ravindra

<p>From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most centuries in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rachin Ravindra</p>

Meet top 5 batters with most centuries in 2025, check who tops the list

From Daryl Mitchell to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most ODI runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, George Munsey and Matthew Breetzke

<p>From Daryl Mitchell to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most ODI runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, George Munsey and Matthew Breetzke</p>

Meet top 5 batters with most ODI runs in 2025, check who tops the list

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, Brian Bennett and Agha Salman

<p>From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, Brian Bennett and Agha Salman</p>

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in 2025, check who tops the list

<p>West Indie batter Shai Hope's ton against New Zealand in second ODI on Wednesday (Nov 19) may have gone in vain but the batter broke multiple records with his 109 not out innings. Hope not only <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shai-hope-equals-lara-and-surpasses-viv-richards-with-record-odi-ton-against-new-zealand-1763544792800">equalled Brian Lara</a> for join second-most ODI tons for West Indies, he also became second-fastest to reach 6,000 ODI runs for the behind Viv Richards. Apart from that, Hope also became the first batter in international cricket to score a hundred against all 11 full members of the ICC. In total, Hope has scored an ODI ton against 13 teams - also the most by any batter.</p><h2>Hope reaches where no other player could</h2><p>Apart from his ton against New Zealand on Wednesday (Nov 19), Hope has an ODI ton against India, Ireland, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England, South Africa, and Sri Lanka as well. He also has a hundred against Nepal and Netherlands to make it 13 teams against which Hope has a century.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/yearender-2025-two-years-since-nov-19-2023-odi-wc-final-loss-india-are-now-undisputed-white-ball-giants-1763552194654">Yearender 2025: Since Nov 19, 2023 ODI WC Final loss, India are white-ball giants</a></p><p>Former India batter Sachin Tendulkar was at the top of the list before Hope with at least one hundred against Australia, Bangladesh, England, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, Zimbabwe.</p><h2>Hope emulates Dhoni's feat as keeper-batter-skipper</h2><p>Since being appointed as captain, Hope has scored six ODI tons for West Indies. He was also the wicketkeeper while scoring all those tons, taking him equal to India's MS Dhoni for most ODI tons by a keeper-batter who also led the side. Hope's six ODI tons as skipper are also the most for West Indies, going past Brian Lara's tally of five.</p><p>New Zealand, however, won the series with a win in the second ODI - making it their 11th consecutive bilateral victory in ODIs at home - the second most by a team and only behind South Africa's 17 bilateral ODI series wins between 2002 and 2007 at home.</p>

Apart from his ton against NZ on Wednesday (Nov 19), Hope has an ODI ton against India, Ireland, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England, SA, and SL as well. He also has a hundred against Nepal and Netherlands to make it 13 teams against which Hope has a century.

West Indie batter Shai Hope's ton against New Zealand in second ODI on Wednesday (Nov 19) may have gone in vain but the batter broke multiple records with his 109 not out innings. Hope not only equalled Brian Lara for join second-most ODI tons for West Indies, he also became second-fastest to reach 6,000 ODI runs for the behind Viv Richards. Apart from that, Hope also became the first batter in international cricket to score a hundred against all 11 full members of the ICC. In total, Hope has scored an ODI ton against 13 teams - also the most by any batter. Hope reaches where no other player could Apart from his ton against New Zealand on Wednesday (Nov 19), Hope has an ODI ton against India, Ireland, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England, South Africa, and Sri Lanka as well. He also has a hundred against Nepal and Netherlands to make it 13 teams against which Hope has a century. Also Read - Yearender 2025: Since Nov 19, 2023 ODI WC Final loss, India are white-ball giants Former India batter Sachin Tendulkar was at the top of the list before Hope with at least one hundred against Australia, Bangladesh, England, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, Zimbabwe. Hope emulates Dhoni's feat as keeper-batter-skipper Since being appointed as captain, Hope has scored six ODI tons for West Indies. He was also the wicketkeeper while scoring all those tons, taking him equal to India's MS Dhoni for most ODI tons by a keeper-batter who also led the side. Hope's six ODI tons as skipper are also the most for West Indies, going past Brian Lara's tally of five. New Zealand, however, won the series with a win in the second ODI - making it their 11th consecutive bilateral victory in ODIs at home - the second most by a team and only behind South Africa's 17 bilateral ODI series wins between 2002 and 2007 at home.

<p>Apart from his ton against NZ on Wednesday (Nov 19), Hope has an ODI ton against India, Ireland, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England, SA, and SL as well. He also has a hundred against Nepal and Netherlands to make it 13 teams against which Hope has a century.</p>

West Indies batter Shai Hope is at heights where even 'God of Cricket' Sachin Tendulkar couldn't reach

<p>West Indies batter Shai Hope, with a century in the second ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday (Nov 19), equalled legendary batter Brian Lara's record of most ODI tons for the team. With 19 tons, Hope now in second on the list of most ODI tons for West Indies - same as Lara. While Hope reached the milestone in 142nd innings of the 147th ODI, Lara played 285 innings in 295 matches for the same number of tons. Chris Gayle tops the list for West Indies with 25 ODI tons in 291 innings of 298 matches.</p><h2>Hope ton powers West Indies innings</h2><p>In the rain-interrupted match which was reduced to 34-over each side, Hope anchored the West Indies innings. He finished not out at 109 not out and during his innings, Hope also crossed 6,000 ODI runs. He also became the fastest to reach the milestone, surpassing former West Indies great Viv Richards. Hope crossed 6k-run mark in 147 ODIs, while Richards had done so in 156 matches. In terms of innings, Hope took just one more than Richards' 141. Thanks to Hope, West Indies finished at a strong score of 247/9 in 34 overs.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-hands-pakistan-batter-babar-azam-punishment-for-breach-of-code-of-conduct-1763530704600">ICC hands Pakistan batter Babar Azam punishment for breach of Code of Conduct</a></p><h2>New Zealand clinch series with thrilling win</h2><p>The Kiwis were set up beautifully in the chase despite a slow start as openers Devon Conway (90) and Rachin Ravindra (56) added 106 runs for the first wicket. West Indies pulled back after that with three quick wickets to bring Kiwis at 166/4 in 25.3 overs. In last five over, New Zealand needed 54 runs but lost a wicket on the very first ball of the 30 deliveries remaining. Skipper Mitchell Santner (34 not out off 15) and Tom Latham (39 not out off 29) took the team home by five wickets with three balls to spare. With the win, New Zealand took 2-0 lead in the three-match series with last ODI to be played on Saturday (Nov 22).</p>

With 19 tons, Hope now in second on the list of most ODI tons for West Indies - same as Lara. Hope also crossed 6,000 ODI runs and became the fastest to reach the milestone, surpassing former West Indies great Viv Richards.

West Indies batter Shai Hope, with a century in the second ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday (Nov 19), equalled legendary batter Brian Lara's record of most ODI tons for the team. With 19 tons, Hope now in second on the list of most ODI tons for West Indies - same as Lara. While Hope reached the milestone in 142nd innings of the 147th ODI, Lara played 285 innings in 295 matches for the same number of tons. Chris Gayle tops the list for West Indies with 25 ODI tons in 291 innings of 298 matches. Hope ton powers West Indies innings In the rain-interrupted match which was reduced to 34-over each side, Hope anchored the West Indies innings. He finished not out at 109 not out and during his innings, Hope also crossed 6,000 ODI runs. He also became the fastest to reach the milestone, surpassing former West Indies great Viv Richards. Hope crossed 6k-run mark in 147 ODIs, while Richards had done so in 156 matches. In terms of innings, Hope took just one more than Richards' 141. Thanks to Hope, West Indies finished at a strong score of 247/9 in 34 overs. Also Read - ICC hands Pakistan batter Babar Azam punishment for breach of Code of Conduct New Zealand clinch series with thrilling win The Kiwis were set up beautifully in the chase despite a slow start as openers Devon Conway (90) and Rachin Ravindra (56) added 106 runs for the first wicket. West Indies pulled back after that with three quick wickets to bring Kiwis at 166/4 in 25.3 overs. In last five over, New Zealand needed 54 runs but lost a wicket on the very first ball of the 30 deliveries remaining. Skipper Mitchell Santner (34 not out off 15) and Tom Latham (39 not out off 29) took the team home by five wickets with three balls to spare. With the win, New Zealand took 2-0 lead in the three-match series with last ODI to be played on Saturday (Nov 22).

<p>With 19 tons, Hope now in second on the list of most ODI tons for West Indies - same as Lara. Hope also crossed 6,000 ODI runs and became the fastest to reach the milestone, surpassing former West Indies great Viv Richards.</p>

Shai Hope equals Lara and surpasses Viv Richards with record ODI ton against New Zealand

<p>Most-capped West Indies Test batter in this line-up, Shai Hope, scored a brilliant 103 on day four of the ongoing second Test against India in Delhi, also entering an unwanted list with that. Hope stitched a 177-run stand with opener John Campbell for the third wicket but was bowled off Mohammed Siraj shortly after. Although his dismissal triggered a batting collapse, what was worse was that it put him at the top of the list of West Indies players with the most innings between two Test centuries. He joined the likes of former batting legends, including Chris Gayle and Dwayne Bravo.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Since hitting his last Test hundred eight years ago in 2017, Hope completed one 58 innings later at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday (Oct 13). Second on the list is out-of-favour middle-order batter Jermaine Blackwood, who took 47 innings between his two Test tons. Legendary batter Chris Gayle is third on the list, and Dwayne Bravo follows him next in fourth, with batting genius Shivnarine Chanderpaul securing fifth place.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ranji-trophy-14-year-old-vaibhav-suryavanshi-becomes-bihar-vice-captain-1760335394039"><strong>Ranji Trophy: At 14 years, teen Vaibhav Suryavanshi becomes Bihar’s vice-captain</strong></a></p><h3>Most Innings between two Test hundreds for West Indies –</h3><ul><li>Shai Hope – 58 Innings (2017-2025)</li><li>Jermaine Blackwood – 47 Innings (2015-2020)</li><li>Chris Gayle – 46 Innings (2005-2008)</li><li>Dwayne Bravo – 44 Innings (2005-2009)</li><li>Shivnarine Chanderpaul – 41 Innings (1998-2002)</li></ul><h3>All over for West Indies</h3><p>After reviving from the first-inning disaster, where they got all out on 248 in reply to India’s 518/5d, West Indies batters gave themselves a realistic chance of turning this game on its head with an appraisable third-wicket stand.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Following losing two wickets early in the second innings, Hope and John Campbell put on a batting show to bail the team out of an inning defeat scenario. While the left-handed Campbell completed his maiden Test hundred, becoming the first West Indian batter in 23 years to score a Test ton in India, Hope returned to red-ball form in some style.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The pair showed resistance and attacked the bad balls for boundaries, putting the Indian bowlers under pressure. That, however, came to an end late inside the first session on day three after Ravindra Jadeja removed Campbell on 115. Captain Roston Chase and Hope tried keeping up with the momentum but failed to do so for long before the Indian bowlers ran riot in the middle, picking up five wickets in 19 runs to reduce them to 311 for nine.<br>Earlier, India won the series opener in Ahmedabad, and a win here would see them inflict a series whitewash on the visitors.</p>

Since hitting his last Test hundred eight years ago in 2017, Hope completed one 58 innings later at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday (Oct 13).

Most-capped West Indies Test batter in this line-up, Shai Hope, scored a brilliant 103 on day four of the ongoing second Test against India in Delhi, also entering an unwanted list with that. Hope stitched a 177-run stand with opener John Campbell for the third wicket but was bowled off Mohammed Siraj shortly after. Although his dismissal triggered a batting collapse, what was worse was that it put him at the top of the list of West Indies players with the most innings between two Test centuries. He joined the likes of former batting legends, including Chris Gayle and Dwayne Bravo. Since hitting his last Test hundred eight years ago in 2017, Hope completed one 58 innings later at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday (Oct 13). Second on the list is out-of-favour middle-order batter Jermaine Blackwood, who took 47 innings between his two Test tons. Legendary batter Chris Gayle is third on the list, and Dwayne Bravo follows him next in fourth, with batting genius Shivnarine Chanderpaul securing fifth place. Also read | Ranji Trophy: At 14 years, teen Vaibhav Suryavanshi becomes Bihar’s vice-captain Most Innings between two Test hundreds for West Indies – Shai Hope – 58 Innings (2017-2025) Jermaine Blackwood – 47 Innings (2015-2020) Chris Gayle – 46 Innings (2005-2008) Dwayne Bravo – 44 Innings (2005-2009) Shivnarine Chanderpaul – 41 Innings (1998-2002) All over for West Indies After reviving from the first-inning disaster, where they got all out on 248 in reply to India’s 518/5d, West Indies batters gave themselves a realistic chance of turning this game on its head with an appraisable third-wicket stand. Following losing two wickets early in the second innings, Hope and John Campbell put on a batting show to bail the team out of an inning defeat scenario. While the left-handed Campbell completed his maiden Test hundred, becoming the first West Indian batter in 23 years to score a Test ton in India, Hope returned to red-ball form in some style. The pair showed resistance and attacked the bad balls for boundaries, putting the Indian bowlers under pressure. That, however, came to an end late inside the first session on day three after Ravindra Jadeja removed Campbell on 115. Captain Roston Chase and Hope tried keeping up with the momentum but failed to do so for long before the Indian bowlers ran riot in the middle, picking up five wickets in 19 runs to reduce them to 311 for nine. Earlier, India won the series opener in Ahmedabad, and a win here would see them inflict a series whitewash on the visitors.

<p>Since hitting his last Test hundred eight years ago in 2017, Hope completed one 58 innings later at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday (Oct 13).</p>

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From Yuvraj Singh to Quinton de Kock, here is a look at five players to score fastest T20I fifties representing Test playing nations. The list also features the likes of Colin Munro, Shai Hope and Moeen Ali. 

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From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five active batters with most ODI hundreds. The list also features names like Babar Azam, Joe Root and Shai Hope as they continue to impress in the 50-over format.

<p>From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five active batters with most ODI hundreds. The list also features names like Babar Azam, Joe Root and Shai Hope as they continue to impress in the 50-over format.</p>

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<p>Kraigg Brathwaite quit as West Indies Test captain on Monday after four years in charge while ODI skipper Shai Hope was handed leadership of the T20 team, officials said. The 32-year-old Brathwaite, who is two matches shy of reaching the 100-Test mark, led the team to a first Test victory in Australia in 27 years with an eight-run win in Brisbane last year. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Earlier this season, he was in charge when the West Indies won a Test match in Pakistan for the first time in nearly 35 years.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>A dogged and disciplined opening batsman, Brathwaite has accumulated 5,935 runs in Tests with 12 centuries and 31 fifties but at an average of just over 33. <o:p></o:p>He is also renowned for feats of patience, batting for the best part of 16 hours over two innings to secure a draw with England at Barbados in 2022.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>"Kraigg Brathwaite has been an outstanding leader for our Test team, guiding the squad with discipline, resilience, and a deep understanding of the game," said West Indies director of cricket, Miles Bascombe. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>"His contributions have been invaluable, and under his leadership, we have witnessed historic moments that will be remembered for years to come."<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">WI salute you, Kraigg Brathwaite, for your unwavering leadership as Captain and to the people of the West Indies. <br><br>We look forward to your continued dedication to West Indies cricket on and off the field. <a href="https://t.co/xV0YuKktEc">pic.twitter.com/xV0YuKktEc</a></p>
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<p>Meanwhile, Hope replaces Rovman Powell, in charge since 2023, as T20 captain.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Hope, 31, has played 133 ODIs and 39 T20 internationals, scoring more than 6,000 runs over both formats.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>He has 17 centuries in ODI cricket.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>"Shai Hope's appointment signals a progressive shift for West Indies cricket," said head coach Darren Sammy.</p>
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Cricket, Sports: Brathwaite, who is two matches shy of reaching the 100-Test mark, led the team to a first Test victory in Australia in 27 years last year.

Kraigg Brathwaite quit as West Indies Test captain on Monday after four years in charge while ODI skipper Shai Hope was handed leadership of the T20 team, officials said. The 32-year-old Brathwaite, who is two matches shy of reaching the 100-Test mark, led the team to a first Test victory in Australia in 27 years with an eight-run win in Brisbane last year. Earlier this season, he was in charge when the West Indies won a Test match in Pakistan for the first time in nearly 35 years. Also read | England Test captain Ben Stokes to miss early county games in fitness battle A dogged and disciplined opening batsman, Brathwaite has accumulated 5,935 runs in Tests with 12 centuries and 31 fifties but at an average of just over 33. He is also renowned for feats of patience, batting for the best part of 16 hours over two innings to secure a draw with England at Barbados in 2022. "Kraigg Brathwaite has been an outstanding leader for our Test team, guiding the squad with discipline, resilience, and a deep understanding of the game," said West Indies director of cricket, Miles Bascombe. "His contributions have been invaluable, and under his leadership, we have witnessed historic moments that will be remembered for years to come." WI salute you, Kraigg Brathwaite, for your unwavering leadership as Captain and to the people of the West Indies. We look forward to your continued dedication to West Indies cricket on and off the field. pic.twitter.com/xV0YuKktEc — Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) March 31, 2025 Meanwhile, Hope replaces Rovman Powell, in charge since 2023, as T20 captain. Hope, 31, has played 133 ODIs and 39 T20 internationals, scoring more than 6,000 runs over both formats. He has 17 centuries in ODI cricket. "Shai Hope's appointment signals a progressive shift for West Indies cricket," said head coach Darren Sammy. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kraigg Brathwaite quits as West Indies Test captain; head coach Sammy picks new T20I skipper

<p>West Indies, led by explosive half-centuries from openers Shai Hope and Evin Lewis, chased down a target of 219 to beat England with an over to spare and won by five wickets in the&nbsp;T20 international on Saturday.</p>

<p>The game was a dead rubber, with England having already won the opening three matches of the five-game series but the crowd at the Darren Sammy Cricket Ground were treated to some high-scoring entertainment as the West Indies enjoyed their second-highest successful run chase in T20Is.</p>

<p>England openers Phil Salt and Will Jacks put on 54 runs for the first wicket before Alzarri Joseph got Jacks caught behind off the final ball of the fifth over.</p>

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<p>But Salt continued to take full advantage of a good batting track and took England to 102 before he was removed by Roston Chase in the tenth over for 55, having hit&nbsp;four sixes and five fours in his knock.</p>

<p>Skipper Jos Buttler hit 38 off 23, but it was an unbeaten 62 from Jacob Bethell and a useful 24 off&nbsp;13 balls from Sam Curran that took England to a strong score.</p>

<p>West Indies top order has struggled in this series, but this time Hope and Lewis attacked England from the outset&nbsp;and swiftly reduced the required run-rate.</p>

<p>Hope brought up his 50 off 23 balls -- slamming a short ball from Rehan Ahmed through midwicket to reach his half century.</p>

<p>Lewis, who had played a supporting role, went on the offensive, hitting Liam Livingstone for three sixes in the eighth over and he too reached his half-century (26 balls) when he pulled Curran through square leg for four.</p>

<p>Rehan Ahmed finally got the breakthrough when Lewis mistimed a cover-drive to Dan Mousley, the West Indies opener departing for 68, including seven sixes.</p>

<p>On the next ball, Hope departed, run out by Livingstone, and England picked up a third wicket in as many balls when Nicholas Pooran was bowled by Ahmed after finding the inside edge.</p>

<p>Suddenly, the West Indies were 136-3 and with a new pair at the crease, England sensed the chance to turn the game around.</p>

<p>But skipper Rovman Powell showed no nerves as he hit 38 from 23 balls with three sixes before he was trapped lbw by John Turner.</p>

<p>Sharfane Rutherford saw the home side to a morale-boosting victory with his unbeaten 29 ending the contest by smashing Mousley for two sixes.</p>

<p>"Guys were more committed today," said Powell. "It has been a series where you win the toss, win the game, but the guys played well -- 3-2 is better than 4-1, still a lot to play for," he said, looking ahead to Sunday's final game.</p>

<p>Despite the loss, Butler said he had few complaints about the performance.</p>

<p>"I thought it was an excellent wicket. We got off to a great start with Jacks and Salty. Thought we needed at least 220. They played exceptionally well, put us under pressure. I thought we played well, put up a good score and they played well to chase it down," he said.</p>

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West Indies, led by explosive half-centuries from openers Shai Hope and Evin Lewis, chased down a target of 219 to beat England with an over to spare and won by five wickets in the T20 international on Saturday.

West Indies, led by explosive half-centuries from openers Shai Hope and Evin Lewis, chased down a target of 219 to beat England with an over to spare and won by five wickets in the T20 international on Saturday. The game was a dead rubber, with England having already won the opening three matches of the five-game series but the crowd at the Darren Sammy Cricket Ground were treated to some high-scoring entertainment as the West Indies enjoyed their second-highest successful run chase in T20Is. England openers Phil Salt and Will Jacks put on 54 runs for the first wicket before Alzarri Joseph got Jacks caught behind off the final ball of the fifth over. ALSO READ: AUS vs PAK, 2nd T20I: Spencer Johnson bags five as Australia beat Pakistan to seal series But Salt continued to take full advantage of a good batting track and took England to 102 before he was removed by Roston Chase in the tenth over for 55, having hit four sixes and five fours in his knock. Skipper Jos Buttler hit 38 off 23, but it was an unbeaten 62 from Jacob Bethell and a useful 24 off 13 balls from Sam Curran that took England to a strong score. West Indies top order has struggled in this series, but this time Hope and Lewis attacked England from the outset and swiftly reduced the required run-rate. Hope brought up his 50 off 23 balls -- slamming a short ball from Rehan Ahmed through midwicket to reach his half century. Lewis, who had played a supporting role, went on the offensive, hitting Liam Livingstone for three sixes in the eighth over and he too reached his half-century (26 balls) when he pulled Curran through square leg for four. Rehan Ahmed finally got the breakthrough when Lewis mistimed a cover-drive to Dan Mousley, the West Indies opener departing for 68, including seven sixes. On the next ball, Hope departed, run out by Livingstone, and England picked up a third wicket in as many balls when Nicholas Pooran was bowled by Ahmed after finding the inside edge. Suddenly, the West Indies were 136-3 and with a new pair at the crease, England sensed the chance to turn the game around. But skipper Rovman Powell showed no nerves as he hit 38 from 23 balls with three sixes before he was trapped lbw by John Turner. Sharfane Rutherford saw the home side to a morale-boosting victory with his unbeaten 29 ending the contest by smashing Mousley for two sixes. "Guys were more committed today," said Powell. "It has been a series where you win the toss, win the game, but the guys played well -- 3-2 is better than 4-1, still a lot to play for," he said, looking ahead to Sunday's final game. Despite the loss, Butler said he had few complaints about the performance. "I thought it was an excellent wicket. We got off to a great start with Jacks and Salty. Thought we needed at least 220. They played exceptionally well, put us under pressure. I thought we played well, put up a good score and they played well to chase it down," he said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

West Indies restore pride with win in high-scoring thriller against England in 4th T20I

<p>West Indies speedster Alzarri Joseph has been handed a two-match ban by the board after an on-field spat with captain Shai Hope on Wednesday (Nov 6) during the final ODI against England. Joseph was seen leaving the field without the consent of the captain, umpire and the team management, leaving the side with 10 players. The veteran star as a result will miss West Indies’ next two matches as they prepare to face England in T20Is.</p>

<h2><strong>West Indies ban Joseph</strong></h2>

<p>"Cricket West Indies (CWI) has imposed a two-match suspension on fast bowler Alzarri Joseph following an on-field incident during the 3rd CG United ODI at the Kensington Oval, Barbados. As part of CWI’s ongoing commitment to upholding the highest levels of professionalism and integrity in the game, the incident, which involved conduct falling short of CWI’s standards of professionalism, was reviewed in consultation with the Senior Men's coaching staff," read the statement.</p>

<p>During the fourth over of the England innings, Joseph was seen in an animated chat with Hope and did not like the placement of the field. On the fourth ball of the same over he dismissed English batter Jordan Cox but refrained from celebrating and returned to the bowling mark in discontent. Tempers boiled at the end of the over when Joseph decided to leave the field without the consent of the captain, umpire and the team management.</p>

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<p>This left the hosts with just 10 players on the field during the fifth over, causing chaos in the team. Eventually, Joseph returned to the field for the sixth over but did not resume bowling until the 12th. He bowled two more overs, before leaving the field again after two misfields off his bowling saw England gain two runs through overthrows. He returned later to bowl two more in the middle overs and his remaining three in the death.</p>

<p>The speedster would end with figures of 45/2 in his 10 overs, but it was his behaviour that caught everyone’s attention.</p>

<p>Despite this, West Indies managed to beat England by eight wickets and win the series 2-1. Chasing 264 runs to win, Brandon King (102) and Keacy Carty (unbeaten 128), helped reach the target in 43 overs to win the one-sided contest.</p>


West Indies speedster Alzarri Joseph has been handed a two-match ban by the board after an on-field spat with captain Shai Hope on Wednesday (Nov 6) during the final ODI against England.

West Indies speedster Alzarri Joseph has been handed a two-match ban by the board after an on-field spat with captain Shai Hope on Wednesday (Nov 6) during the final ODI against England. Joseph was seen leaving the field without the consent of the captain, umpire and the team management, leaving the side with 10 players. The veteran star as a result will miss West Indies’ next two matches as they prepare to face England in T20Is. West Indies ban Joseph "Cricket West Indies (CWI) has imposed a two-match suspension on fast bowler Alzarri Joseph following an on-field incident during the 3rd CG United ODI at the Kensington Oval, Barbados. As part of CWI’s ongoing commitment to upholding the highest levels of professionalism and integrity in the game, the incident, which involved conduct falling short of CWI’s standards of professionalism, was reviewed in consultation with the Senior Men's coaching staff," read the statement. During the fourth over of the England innings, Joseph was seen in an animated chat with Hope and did not like the placement of the field. On the fourth ball of the same over he dismissed English batter Jordan Cox but refrained from celebrating and returned to the bowling mark in discontent. Tempers boiled at the end of the over when Joseph decided to leave the field without the consent of the captain, umpire and the team management. ALSO READ | Europa League: Galatasaray down Spurs, Man United end wait for win This left the hosts with just 10 players on the field during the fifth over, causing chaos in the team. Eventually, Joseph returned to the field for the sixth over but did not resume bowling until the 12th. He bowled two more overs, before leaving the field again after two misfields off his bowling saw England gain two runs through overthrows. He returned later to bowl two more in the middle overs and his remaining three in the death. The speedster would end with figures of 45/2 in his 10 overs, but it was his behaviour that caught everyone’s attention. Despite this, West Indies managed to beat England by eight wickets and win the series 2-1. Chasing 264 runs to win, Brandon King (102) and Keacy Carty (unbeaten 128), helped reach the target in 43 overs to win the one-sided contest.

Alzarri Joseph suspended for two matches after on-field spat with captain Shai Hope

<p>There were animated scenes during the series decided between host West Indies and England on Wednesday (Nov 6) as pacer Alzarri Joseph left the field in frustration after a dispute erupted between him and skipper Shai Hope. Playing at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, the incident took everyone by surprise highlighting internal disputes within the West Indies camp. Former West Indies captain Daren Sammy has passed his opinion on the incident and reckons, Joseph’s behaviour was unacceptable despite the hosts pocketing the series 2-1.</p>

<h2><strong>Sammy labels Joseph’s behaviour unacceptable</strong></h2>

<p>"Behaviour like that is unacceptable on my cricket field," Sammy said to TalkSPORT after play. "We will be friends…but in the culture I'm trying to build, that's unacceptable. We will definitely have a chat about that.”</p>

<p>During the fourth over of the England innings, Joseph was seen in an animated chat with Hope and did not like the placement of the field. On the fourth ball of the same over he dismissed English batter Jordan Cox but refrained from celebrating and returned to the bowling mark in discontent. Tempers boiled at the end of the over when Joseph decided to leave the field without the consent of the captain, umpire and the team management.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/wi-vs-eng-3rd-odi-alzarri-clashes-with-captain-hope-over-field-placement-marches-out-in-anger-watch-774203">WI vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Alzarri clashes with captain Hope over field placement, marches out in anger - WATCH</a></strong></p>

<p>This left the hosts with just 10 players on the field during the fifth over, causing chaos in the team. Eventually, Joseph returned to the field for the sixth over but did not resume bowling until the 12th. He bowled two more overs, before leaving the field again after two misfields off his bowling saw England gain two runs through overthrows. He returned later to bowl two more in the middle overs and his remaining three in the death.</p>

<p>The speedster would end with figures of 45/2 in his 10 overs, but it was his behaviour that caught everyone’s attention.</p>

<p>Despite this, West Indies managed to beat England by eight wickets and win the series 2-1. Chasing 264 runs to win, Brandon King (102) and Keacy Carty (unbeaten 128), helped reach the target in 43 overs to win the one-sided contest.</p>


There were animated scenes during the series decided between host West Indies and England on Wednesday (Nov 6) as pacer Alzarri Joseph left the field in frustration after a dispute erupted between him and skipper Shai Hope.

There were animated scenes during the series decided between host West Indies and England on Wednesday (Nov 6) as pacer Alzarri Joseph left the field in frustration after a dispute erupted between him and skipper Shai Hope. Playing at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, the incident took everyone by surprise highlighting internal disputes within the West Indies camp. Former West Indies captain Daren Sammy has passed his opinion on the incident and reckons, Joseph’s behaviour was unacceptable despite the hosts pocketing the series 2-1. Sammy labels Joseph’s behaviour unacceptable "Behaviour like that is unacceptable on my cricket field," Sammy said to TalkSPORT after play. "We will be friends…but in the culture I'm trying to build, that's unacceptable. We will definitely have a chat about that.” During the fourth over of the England innings, Joseph was seen in an animated chat with Hope and did not like the placement of the field. On the fourth ball of the same over he dismissed English batter Jordan Cox but refrained from celebrating and returned to the bowling mark in discontent. Tempers boiled at the end of the over when Joseph decided to leave the field without the consent of the captain, umpire and the team management. ALSO READ | WI vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Alzarri clashes with captain Hope over field placement, marches out in anger - WATCH This left the hosts with just 10 players on the field during the fifth over, causing chaos in the team. Eventually, Joseph returned to the field for the sixth over but did not resume bowling until the 12th. He bowled two more overs, before leaving the field again after two misfields off his bowling saw England gain two runs through overthrows. He returned later to bowl two more in the middle overs and his remaining three in the death. The speedster would end with figures of 45/2 in his 10 overs, but it was his behaviour that caught everyone’s attention. Despite this, West Indies managed to beat England by eight wickets and win the series 2-1. Chasing 264 runs to win, Brandon King (102) and Keacy Carty (unbeaten 128), helped reach the target in 43 overs to win the one-sided contest.

WI vs ENG: Daren Sammy labels Alzarri Joseph's behaviour 'unacceptable' after dispute with captain Shai Hope

<p>West Indies thrashed England by eight wickets in a chase of 264&nbsp;in the third and final ODI to win the series 2-1 on Wednesday (Nov 6). However, a controversy erupted at the start of the series finale when pacer Alzarri Joseph left the field after a clash with West Indian captain Shai Hope over field placement. This made heads turn with the video of the entire controversy being shared on social media platforms.</p>

<p>Talking about the incident, it took place at the start of the&nbsp;England innings&nbsp;after WI opted to bowl first at the Kensington Oval, Barbados. After the first ball of the fourth over, Joseph wasn't happy with the with the field and&nbsp;said a&nbsp;few&nbsp;words at the end of the follow-through while also waving his arms. On the fourth ball,&nbsp;he bowled a brilliant short-pitched&nbsp;delivery to dismiss Jordan Cox, who edged&nbsp;to WI keeper-captain Hope.</p>

<p>Despite getting a wicket, Joseph remained angry and left the field after the over (i.e. a&nbsp;wicket-maiden). <strong>Here is the video:</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/keacy-carty-brandon-king-centuries-help-west-indies-thrash-england-in-3rd-odi-clinch-series-2-1-774144">Keacy Carty, Brandon King centuries help West Indies thrash England in 3rd ODI, clinch series 2-1</a></strong></p>

<p>Joseph's reaction didn't please coach Daren Sammy, nonetheless, the pacer was seen venting out his frustration with one of his teammates&nbsp;at the dugout. He left the field as WI were only with ten fielders but&nbsp;returned&nbsp;after the&nbsp;fifth over. On his return, Joseph was taken out of the attack with Romario Shepherd replacing him.</p>

<p>Eventually, the 27-year-old Joseph ended with match figures of 2 for 45. Shepherd also claimed a two-fer but Matthew Forde was the pick of the WI bowlers, returning with 3 for 35. For England, Phil Salt's 74 and Dan Mousley's 57, along with vital contributions from Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer and Sam Curran, took the visitors to 263-8. At one point, they were reeling at 24-4.</p>

<p>In reply, WI rode on centuries from Brandan King (102 not out) and Keacy Carty (128 not out) to take the home side to an easy eight-wicket win in 43 overs.</p>


West Indies thrashed England by eight wickets in a chase of 264 in the third and final ODI to win the series 2-1 on Wednesday (Nov 6). However, a controversy erupted at the start of the series finale when pacer Alzarri Joseph left the field after a clash with West Indian captain Shai Hope over field placement.

West Indies thrashed England by eight wickets in a chase of 264 in the third and final ODI to win the series 2-1 on Wednesday (Nov 6). However, a controversy erupted at the start of the series finale when pacer Alzarri Joseph left the field after a clash with West Indian captain Shai Hope over field placement. This made heads turn with the video of the entire controversy being shared on social media platforms. Talking about the incident, it took place at the start of the England innings after WI opted to bowl first at the Kensington Oval, Barbados. After the first ball of the fourth over, Joseph wasn't happy with the with the field and said a few words at the end of the follow-through while also waving his arms. On the fourth ball, he bowled a brilliant short-pitched delivery to dismiss Jordan Cox, who edged to WI keeper-captain Hope. Despite getting a wicket, Joseph remained angry and left the field after the over (i.e. a wicket-maiden). Here is the video: Gets angry! 😡 Bowls a wicket maiden 👊 Leaves 🤯 An eventful start to the game for Alzarri Joseph! 😬#WIvENGonFanCode pic.twitter.com/2OXbk0VxWt — FanCode (@FanCode) November 6, 2024 × Also read: Keacy Carty, Brandon King centuries help West Indies thrash England in 3rd ODI, clinch series 2-1 Joseph's reaction didn't please coach Daren Sammy, nonetheless, the pacer was seen venting out his frustration with one of his teammates at the dugout. He left the field as WI were only with ten fielders but returned after the fifth over. On his return, Joseph was taken out of the attack with Romario Shepherd replacing him. Eventually, the 27-year-old Joseph ended with match figures of 2 for 45. Shepherd also claimed a two-fer but Matthew Forde was the pick of the WI bowlers, returning with 3 for 35. For England, Phil Salt's 74 and Dan Mousley's 57, along with vital contributions from Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer and Sam Curran, took the visitors to 263-8. At one point, they were reeling at 24-4. In reply, WI rode on centuries from Brandan King (102 not out) and Keacy Carty (128 not out) to take the home side to an easy eight-wicket win in 43 overs.

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