<p>India's left-arm speedster Khaleel Ahmed, who played a vital role yesterday in India's victory over West Indies in the 4th ODI, on Tuesday received an official warning and a demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel.</p>

<p>The incident took place in the 14th over, when Khaleel, after having Samuels caught in the slips by Rohit Sharma, advanced aggressively towards the departing batsman, which, in the view of the on-field umpires, could have provoked a reaction from the Windies player.</p>

<p>"India's Khaleel Ahmed received an official warning and one demerit point for advancing aggressively towards Marlon Samuels after dismissing the batsman during the fourth one-day international between India and the Windies on Monday," the ICC said in a statement.</p>

<p>"The India fast bowler, who returned figures of 3/13, was found to have violated Article 2.5 of the Code, which relates to 'using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an international match," it added.</p>

<p>After the match, Khaleel admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by the match referee.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Level 1 breaches carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand, a maximum penalty of 50 per cent of a player's match fee, and one or two demerit points.</p>


India's left-arm speedster Khaleel Ahmed, who played a vital role yesterday in India's victory over West Indies in the 4th ODI, on Tuesday received an official warning and a demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel.

India's left-arm speedster Khaleel Ahmed, who played a vital role yesterday in India's victory over West Indies in the 4th ODI, on Tuesday received an official warning and a demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel. The incident took place in the 14th over, when Khaleel, after having Samuels caught in the slips by Rohit Sharma, advanced aggressively towards the departing batsman, which, in the view of the on-field umpires, could have provoked a reaction from the Windies player. "India's Khaleel Ahmed received an official warning and one demerit point for advancing aggressively towards Marlon Samuels after dismissing the batsman during the fourth one-day international between India and the Windies on Monday," the ICC said in a statement. "The India fast bowler, who returned figures of 3/13, was found to have violated Article 2.5 of the Code, which relates to 'using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an international match," it added. After the match, Khaleel admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by the match referee. Level 1 breaches carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand, a maximum penalty of 50 per cent of a player's match fee, and one or two demerit points.

IND vs WI: Khaleel Ahmed reprimanded, handed one demerit point for provocative action

<p>Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday said that captain Virat Kohli will need wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni for the 2019 ICC World Cup.</p>

<p>Gavaskar opined that Dhoni's advice and experience will come in handy for Kohli in the 50-over format.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There's no doubt about it. In 50 overs where there is that much more time, that's when MSD comes into play. You know he makes those small field adjustments, talking to the bowlers in Hindi - telling them where to bowl and what to bowl. It's a huge plus for Virat", he said.</p>

<p>Dhoni, who has been in poor form with the bat lately, was rested for the three-match T20I series against the Windies and Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma will be leading the 16-man India squad for the T20I series against the Windies in absence of Virat Kohli.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni was excluded from both the T20I squads with youngster Rishabh Pant set to don the gloves.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chief selector MSK Prasad quickly moved to dispel talk of Dhoni's retirement, assuring fans that this was not the end for the former India captain in T20Is.</p>

<p>However, MSK Prasad made it a point to say that the selectors are looking at backup options behind the stumps.</p>

<p>"Dhoni is not going to play the 6 T20Is because we're looking at the second keeper slot. It is not the end of Dhoni in T20Is," said chief selector MSK Prasad.</p>

<p>Dhoni, who led India to the T20 World Cup title in 2007, has scored 1,487 T20I runs at an average of 37.17 and a strike-rate of 127.90.</p>


Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday said that captain Virat Kohli will need wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni for the 2019 ICC World Cup. Gavaskar opined that Dhoni's advice and experience will come in handy for Kohli in the 50-over format.

Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar on Tuesday said that captain Virat Kohli will need wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni for the 2019 ICC World Cup. Gavaskar opined that Dhoni's advice and experience will come in handy for Kohli in the 50-over format. "There's no doubt about it. In 50 overs where there is that much more time, that's when MSD comes into play. You know he makes those small field adjustments, talking to the bowlers in Hindi - telling them where to bowl and what to bowl. It's a huge plus for Virat", he said. Dhoni, who has been in poor form with the bat lately, was rested for the three-match T20I series against the Windies and Australia. Rohit Sharma will be leading the 16-man India squad for the T20I series against the Windies in absence of Virat Kohli. Dhoni was excluded from both the T20I squads with youngster Rishabh Pant set to don the gloves. Chief selector MSK Prasad quickly moved to dispel talk of Dhoni's retirement, assuring fans that this was not the end for the former India captain in T20Is. However, MSK Prasad made it a point to say that the selectors are looking at backup options behind the stumps. "Dhoni is not going to play the 6 T20Is because we're looking at the second keeper slot. It is not the end of Dhoni in T20Is," said chief selector MSK Prasad. Dhoni, who led India to the T20 World Cup title in 2007, has scored 1,487 T20I runs at an average of 37.17 and a strike-rate of 127.90.

Kohli needs MS Dhoni in 2019 World Cup, says Sunil Gavaskar

<p>Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the fourth one-day clash at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium on Monday.</p>

<p>West Indies registered a stunning 43-run win in the third ODI to level the series 1-1.</p>

<p>After winning the toss, Kohli said, "They (Windies) play fearless cricket, we are not taking anything lightly."</p>

<p>He also added, "Considering all the factors, giving our bowlers the best time to bowl was also the decision behind to bat first. We have known from game one."</p>

<p>Windies captain Jason Holder said, "We are just looking forward to the game today. This is an important game."</p>

<p>For India, Ravindra Jadeja has been included at the place of Yuzvendra Chahal and Kedar Jadhav is back replacing Rishabh Pant.</p>

<p>For Windies, Keemo Paul has been added to the squad and at the place of Obed McCoy.</p>

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<p><strong>Playing XI</strong></p>

<p>West Indies: Kieran Powell, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Shai Hope(w), Marlon Samuels, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder(c), Fabian Allen, Ashley Nurse, Kemar Roach, Keemo Paul</p>

<p>India: Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, K Khaleel Ahmed, Jasprit Bumrah</p>


Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the fourth one-day clash at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium on Monday. West Indies registered a stunning 43-run win in the third ODI to level the series 1-1.

Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the fourth one-day clash at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium on Monday. West Indies registered a stunning 43-run win in the third ODI to level the series 1-1. After winning the toss, Kohli said, "They (Windies) play fearless cricket, we are not taking anything lightly." He also added, "Considering all the factors, giving our bowlers the best time to bowl was also the decision behind to bat first. We have known from game one." Windies captain Jason Holder said, "We are just looking forward to the game today. This is an important game." For India, Ravindra Jadeja has been included at the place of Yuzvendra Chahal and Kedar Jadhav is back replacing Rishabh Pant. For Windies, Keemo Paul has been added to the squad and at the place of Obed McCoy. Toss won. We will bat first 💪#INDvWI pic.twitter.com/GQQAxDV5WX — BCCI (@BCCI) October 29, 2018 × Playing XI West Indies: Kieran Powell, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Shai Hope(w), Marlon Samuels, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder(c), Fabian Allen, Ashley Nurse, Kemar Roach, Keemo Paul India: Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni(w), Kedar Jadhav, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, K Khaleel Ahmed, Jasprit Bumrah

IND vs WI, 4th ODI: Virat Kohli wins toss, chooses to bat against West Indies

<p>Ashley Nurse, who was awarded player of the match for his all-round performance in West Indies' <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-3rd-odi-virat-kohli-completes-half-century-india-are-119-2-after-23-overs-173870">43-run win over India</a> in the third one-day, hailed his team's efforts for the victory.</p>

<p>The lower batting over of West Indies squad made the difference, also Indian bowlers leaked plenty of runs in death overs that helped the guests to level the series 1-1.</p>

<p>Nurse, who played a crucial role in his side's win, said his team was showing the people that they are here to play.</p>

<p>"It was a very good performance by the boys. No one gave us a chance when we came but I think we're showing the public out here that we are here to play," Nurse told reporters at the post-match media conference.</p>

<p>Nurse's 22-ball 40 helped the visitors post a competitive 283-9 on the board after losing quick wickets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also took two crucial wickets in the middle overs with his off-spin, including that of the opener Shikhar Dhawan, helped them successfully defend the total.</p>

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<p>"I guess it was my day. I guess I played with a lot of free spirit. When Shai got out, I had to do something because the score was not that big," said Nurse.</p>

<p>"Sometimes you can be the hero, sometimes it can go down to zero as well. If I get a 50-50 chance to win the game, I back myself to do it," he added.</p>

<p>Nurse also talked about Pune's wicket.</p>

<p>"It's just good to see the boys play consistent cricket and giving India a run for their money," he said.</p>

<p>"It was a good wicket but a bit on the slower side. Don't think the wicket had any devils in it. I just thought from our side Shai got a nice 95 and Virat got a hundred for India. It wasn't a belter. You had to work for your runs but it was a pretty good wicket," he added.</p>


Ashley Nurse, who was awarded player of the match for his all-round performance in West Indies' 43-run win over India in the third one-day, hailed his team's efforts for the victory.

Ashley Nurse, who was awarded player of the match for his all-round performance in West Indies' 43-run win over India in the third one-day, hailed his team's efforts for the victory. The lower batting over of West Indies squad made the difference, also Indian bowlers leaked plenty of runs in death overs that helped the guests to level the series 1-1. Nurse, who played a crucial role in his side's win, said his team was showing the people that they are here to play. "It was a very good performance by the boys. No one gave us a chance when we came but I think we're showing the public out here that we are here to play," Nurse told reporters at the post-match media conference. Nurse's 22-ball 40 helped the visitors post a competitive 283-9 on the board after losing quick wickets. He also took two crucial wickets in the middle overs with his off-spin, including that of the opener Shikhar Dhawan, helped them successfully defend the total. It's all over here in Pune. #TeamIndia all out for 240 Windies win by 43 runs. The series now stands at 1-1 with two games to go #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/drnpfUqfHx — BCCI (@BCCI) October 27, 2018 × "I guess it was my day. I guess I played with a lot of free spirit. When Shai got out, I had to do something because the score was not that big," said Nurse. "Sometimes you can be the hero, sometimes it can go down to zero as well. If I get a 50-50 chance to win the game, I back myself to do it," he added. Nurse also talked about Pune's wicket. "It's just good to see the boys play consistent cricket and giving India a run for their money," he said. "It was a good wicket but a bit on the slower side. Don't think the wicket had any devils in it. I just thought from our side Shai got a nice 95 and Virat got a hundred for India. It wasn't a belter. You had to work for your runs but it was a pretty good wicket," he added.

We are showing public that we are here to play: Ashley Nurse

<p>Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli's has been in tremendous form lately. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-becomes-first-indian-batsman-to-score-3-consecutive-centuries-173880">After slamming his 38th ODI ton, yesterday, against West Indies</a>, Kohli became the only Indian batsman to score three centuries in a row.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While many in the cricket fraternity have been praising Kohli for his splendid performance, former Pakistan Cricket Team pacer&nbsp;Shoaib Akhtar skipper has set him a new challenge.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Praising Kohli's three tons in a row, Akhtar said he wants the Indian skipper to cross the 120 hundred-mark.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar (100) holds the record of a century of centuries in all the three formats of the game.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Given Virat Kohli's form with the bat and his age, it seems reaching the 120+ centuries is not at all an unachievable target for him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Virat Kohli is something else man with three ODI hundreds in a row, the first India batsman to achieve that .. what a great run machine he is ..Keep it up cross 120 hundred mark as I set up for you", Shoaib Akhtar posted on his official Twitter account.</p>

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<p>Kohli currently has 24 Test centuries and 38 ODI tons to his name. On the list of overall batsmen with the most hundreds in their career, Kohli occupies the fourth spot with 62 hundreds.</p>


Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli's has been in tremendous form lately. After slamming his 38th ODI ton, yesterday, against West Indies, Kohli became the only Indian batsman to score three centuries in a row.

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli's has been in tremendous form lately. After slamming his 38th ODI ton, yesterday, against West Indies, Kohli became the only Indian batsman to score three centuries in a row. While many in the cricket fraternity have been praising Kohli for his splendid performance, former Pakistan Cricket Team pacer Shoaib Akhtar skipper has set him a new challenge. Praising Kohli's three tons in a row, Akhtar said he wants the Indian skipper to cross the 120 hundred-mark. Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar (100) holds the record of a century of centuries in all the three formats of the game. Given Virat Kohli's form with the bat and his age, it seems reaching the 120+ centuries is not at all an unachievable target for him. "Virat Kohli is something else man with three ODI hundreds in a row, the first India batsman to achieve that .. what a great run machine he is ..Keep it up cross 120 hundred mark as I set up for you", Shoaib Akhtar posted on his official Twitter account. Guwahati. Visakhapatnam. Pune. Virat Kohli is something else man with three ODI hundreds in a row, the first India batsman to achieve that .. what a great run machine he is .. Keep it up cross 120 hundred mark as I set up for you .. — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) October 27, 2018 × Kohli currently has 24 Test centuries and 38 ODI tons to his name. On the list of overall batsmen with the most hundreds in their career, Kohli occupies the fourth spot with 62 hundreds.

After 38th ODI ton, Virat Kohli gets new batting target from Shoaib Akhtar

<p>Virat Kohli created a record, yet again, as he became the first Indian batsman to score three consecutive centuries in the one-day format.</p>

<p>Kohli, who is also the&nbsp;fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs, slammed 38th one-day century of his career.</p>

<p>Virat scored centuries in previous two matches of the same series. He scored 140 in the first ODI and an unbeaten 157 in the second. After today's ton, he became the first Indian player score three consecutive ODI centuries.</p>

<p>KC Sangakkara (Sri Lanka), Zaheer Abbas (Pakistan), Saeed Anwar (Pakistan), HH Gibbs (South Africa), AB de Villiers (South Africa), Q de Kock (South Africa), LRPL Taylor (New Zealand), Babar Azam (Pakistan) and JM Bairstow (England) are other players who have achieved&nbsp;same feat.</p>

<p>Virat completed 100 runs&nbsp;with an easy single but did not celebrate his achievement. Blank-faced Kohli just raised his bat and signalled the teammates to not celebrate.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kohli has made one thing very clear that India is preparing for the ICC World Cup 2019 when he said, "We want the guys who will be part of the World Cup to play as much as possible," after winning today's toss.</p>

<p>"It's a great honour for me to represent my country and even after playing 10 years, I don't feel like I am entitled to anything here. You still have to work hard for every run that you score at the international level," Kohli told BCCI.TV after reaching 10k milestone.</p>


Virat Kohli created a record, yet again, as he became the first Indian batsman to score three consecutive centuries in the one-day format. Kohli, who is also the fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs, slammed 38th one-day century of his career.

Virat Kohli created a record, yet again, as he became the first Indian batsman to score three consecutive centuries in the one-day format. Kohli, who is also the fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs, slammed 38th one-day century of his career. Virat scored centuries in previous two matches of the same series. He scored 140 in the first ODI and an unbeaten 157 in the second. After today's ton, he became the first Indian player score three consecutive ODI centuries. KC Sangakkara (Sri Lanka), Zaheer Abbas (Pakistan), Saeed Anwar (Pakistan), HH Gibbs (South Africa), AB de Villiers (South Africa), Q de Kock (South Africa), LRPL Taylor (New Zealand), Babar Azam (Pakistan) and JM Bairstow (England) are other players who have achieved same feat. Virat completed 100 runs with an easy single but did not celebrate his achievement. Blank-faced Kohli just raised his bat and signalled the teammates to not celebrate. Virat Kohli with his third ODI hundred in a row! What a player he is, he's scored 397 runs this series and has only been dismissed once. India are 202/5 and need another 82 to win.#INDvWI 3rd ODI live ⬇️https://t.co/zMzPdFrPWN pic.twitter.com/q38zQe2Wgk — ICC (@ICC) October 27, 2018 × Kohli has made one thing very clear that India is preparing for the ICC World Cup 2019 when he said, "We want the guys who will be part of the World Cup to play as much as possible," after winning today's toss. "It's a great honour for me to represent my country and even after playing 10 years, I don't feel like I am entitled to anything here. You still have to work hard for every run that you score at the international level," Kohli told BCCI.TV after reaching 10k milestone.

Virat Kohli becomes first Indian batsman to score 3 consecutive ODI centuries

<p>West Indies restricted India at 240 to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-3rd-odi-virat-kohli-completes-half-century-india-are-119-2-after-23-overs-173870">win the third one-day</a> clash by 43 runs on Saturday at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli, who top-scored with 107, said that it is "embarrassing" to talk about records when the team doesn't win the match.</p>

<p>Skipper Kohli, yet again, created a record as he became the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-becomes-first-indian-batsman-to-score-3-consecutive-centuries-173880">first Indian batsman to score three consecutive centuries</a> in the one-day format.</p>

<p>After losing the match, Kohli said, "It is a bit embarrassing when people ask you the same thing again and again," when he asked about his record making streak.</p>

<p>Kohli, who is also the fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs, slammed 38th one-day century of his career.</p>

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<p>Ahead of the match, during the toss, Kohli said, "We want the guys who will be part of the World Cup to play as much as possible."</p>

<p>His statement proves that India is preparing for the ICC World Cup 2019 which is scheduled to take place in England.</p>


West Indies restricted India at 240 to win the third one-day clash by 43 runs on Saturday at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium. Virat Kohli, who top-scored with 107, said that it is "embarrassing" to talk about records when the team doesn't win the match.

West Indies restricted India at 240 to win the third one-day clash by 43 runs on Saturday at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium. Virat Kohli, who top-scored with 107, said that it is "embarrassing" to talk about records when the team doesn't win the match. Skipper Kohli, yet again, created a record as he became the first Indian batsman to score three consecutive centuries in the one-day format. After losing the match, Kohli said, "It is a bit embarrassing when people ask you the same thing again and again," when he asked about his record making streak. Kohli, who is also the fastest player to reach 10,000 ODI runs, slammed 38th one-day century of his career. Virat Kohli with his third ODI hundred in a row! What a player he is, he's scored 397 runs this series and has only been dismissed once. India are 202/5 and need another 82 to win.#INDvWI 3rd ODI live ⬇️https://t.co/zMzPdFrPWN pic.twitter.com/q38zQe2Wgk — ICC (@ICC) October 27, 2018 × 💯 No. 38 for @imVkohli 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/sRu8KMg4Eh — BCCI (@BCCI) October 27, 2018 × Ahead of the match, during the toss, Kohli said, "We want the guys who will be part of the World Cup to play as much as possible." His statement proves that India is preparing for the ICC World Cup 2019 which is scheduled to take place in England.

Virat Kohli: Don't want to talk about records, it's 'embarrassing'

<p>West Indies restricted India at 240 to win the third one-day match of a five-match&nbsp;series by 43 runs on Saturday at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.</p>

<p>While chasing the 283-run target, India kept losing wickets and the lower batting order failed again to perform.</p>

<p>India's skipper <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-becomes-first-indian-batsman-to-score-3-consecutive-centuries-173880">Virat Kohli</a>, who top-scored with 107, slammed the 38th&nbsp;century of his ODI career but apart from him none other batsman&nbsp;proved any significance.</p>

<p>Part-time spinner Marlon Samuels claimed three wickets while skipper Jason Holder, fellow paceman Obed McCoy and spinner Ashley Nurse took two each.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan opened India's innings but Rohit lost his wicket in the second over itself.</p>

<p>Ashley Nurse got another breakthrough when he took Shikhar Dhawan's wicket at 35.</p>

<p>Ambati Rayudu and Rishabh Pant lost their wickets after scoring 22 and 24 runs respectively.</p>

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<p>Earlier, batsman Shai Hope, who top-scored with 95, and bowler Ashley Nurse made crucial contributions as West Indies reached 283 for nine.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-ms-dhonis-superman-like-catch-to-dismiss-chandrapaul-hemraj-in-3rd-odi-against-west-indies-173815">Watch: MS Dhoni's superman-like catch to dismiss Chandrapaul Hemraj in 3rd ODI against West Indies</a></p>

<p>Hope hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in his 113-ball knock to give West Indies a fighting total.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Number-nine batsman Ashley Nurse also smashed a crucial 40 off 22 balls.</p>

<p>Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah claimed four wickets to return impressive figures of 4-35.</p>

<p>The fourth ODI is scheduled on Monday at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium.</p>


West Indies restricted India at 240 to win the third one-day match of a five-match series by 43 runs on Saturday at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.

West Indies restricted India at 240 to win the third one-day match of a five-match series by 43 runs on Saturday at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium. While chasing the 283-run target, India kept losing wickets and the lower batting order failed again to perform. India's skipper Virat Kohli, who top-scored with 107, slammed the 38th century of his ODI career but apart from him none other batsman proved any significance. Part-time spinner Marlon Samuels claimed three wickets while skipper Jason Holder, fellow paceman Obed McCoy and spinner Ashley Nurse took two each. Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan opened India's innings but Rohit lost his wicket in the second over itself. Ashley Nurse got another breakthrough when he took Shikhar Dhawan's wicket at 35. Ambati Rayudu and Rishabh Pant lost their wickets after scoring 22 and 24 runs respectively. What a win for @windiescricket!@MarlonSamuels7 finishes off the job, taking a third wicket to bowl India out for 240. Windies win by 43 runs! #INDvWI 3rd ODI REACTION ⬇️https://t.co/zMzPdFrPWN pic.twitter.com/XnKx1lGRk4 — ICC (@ICC) October 27, 2018 × Earlier, batsman Shai Hope, who top-scored with 95, and bowler Ashley Nurse made crucial contributions as West Indies reached 283 for nine. Watch: MS Dhoni's superman-like catch to dismiss Chandrapaul Hemraj in 3rd ODI against West Indies Hope hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in his 113-ball knock to give West Indies a fighting total. Number-nine batsman Ashley Nurse also smashed a crucial 40 off 22 balls. Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah claimed four wickets to return impressive figures of 4-35. The fourth ODI is scheduled on Monday at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium.

IND vs WI, 3rd ODI: Despite Virat Kohli's century, West Indies beat India by 43 runs

<p>Shai Hope and Ashley Nurse helped West Indies to set a fighting target of 283 runs for team India in the third ODI of the five-match series on Saturday.</p>

<p>Windies looked vulnerable after losing quick wickets but batsman Shai Hope, who top-scored with 95, and bowler Ashley Nurse made crucial contributions as West Indies reached 283 for nine.</p>

<p>Hope hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in his 113-ball knock to give West Indies a decent total. Number-nine batsman Ashley Nurse also smashed a crucial 40 off 22 balls.</p>

<p>Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah claimed four wickets to return impressive figures of 4-35.</p>

<p>Windies players Kieran Powell and Chandrapaul Hemraj started the innings as Virat Kohli put West Indies to bat first after winning the toss at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.</p>

<p>India's yorker specialist Bumrah dismissed both the openers that led Windies in a pressure situation.</p>

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<p>Bumrah took the first wicket for his side in the fifth over and saw off Chandrapaul Hemraj at 15. Hemraj played with a strike rate of 75.00 and edged Bumrah's delivery but wicket-keeper MS Dhoni took a sensational catch at the fine leg.</p>

<p>After that Powell lost his wicket to Bumrah after edging in Rohit Sharma's safe hands in slips. Sharma took a difficult catch to dismiss Powell at 21.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bumrah also dismissed Nurse in the 49th over.</p>

<p>Marlon Samuels lost his wicket after scoring nine runs to pacer Khaleel Ahmed.</p>

<p>Another spinner Kuldeep Yadav got prized wicket of Shimron Hetmyer, who had slammed a ton in the first ODI, at a score of 37. Yadav also dismissed Rovman Powell at four.</p>

<p>India lead the five-match series 1-0 after the second ODI ended in a tie.</p>


Shai Hope and Ashley Nurse helped West Indies to set a fighting target of 283 runs for team India in the third ODI of the five-match series on Saturday. Windies looked vulnerable after losing quick wickets but batsman Shai Hope, who top-scored with 95, and bowler Ashley Nurse made crucial contributions as West Indies reached 283 for nine.

Shai Hope and Ashley Nurse helped West Indies to set a fighting target of 283 runs for team India in the third ODI of the five-match series on Saturday. Windies looked vulnerable after losing quick wickets but batsman Shai Hope, who top-scored with 95, and bowler Ashley Nurse made crucial contributions as West Indies reached 283 for nine. Hope hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in his 113-ball knock to give West Indies a decent total. Number-nine batsman Ashley Nurse also smashed a crucial 40 off 22 balls. Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah claimed four wickets to return impressive figures of 4-35. Windies players Kieran Powell and Chandrapaul Hemraj started the innings as Virat Kohli put West Indies to bat first after winning the toss at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium. India's yorker specialist Bumrah dismissed both the openers that led Windies in a pressure situation. India need 284 to win the third ODI of their series against @windiescricket. Can @imVkohli score a third century in a row?#INDvWI 3rd ODI live ⬇️ https://t.co/zMzPdFrPWN pic.twitter.com/XtxulHMAEr — ICC (@ICC) October 27, 2018 × Bumrah took the first wicket for his side in the fifth over and saw off Chandrapaul Hemraj at 15. Hemraj played with a strike rate of 75.00 and edged Bumrah's delivery but wicket-keeper MS Dhoni took a sensational catch at the fine leg. After that Powell lost his wicket to Bumrah after edging in Rohit Sharma's safe hands in slips. Sharma took a difficult catch to dismiss Powell at 21. Bumrah also dismissed Nurse in the 49th over. Marlon Samuels lost his wicket after scoring nine runs to pacer Khaleel Ahmed. Another spinner Kuldeep Yadav got prized wicket of Shimron Hetmyer, who had slammed a ton in the first ODI, at a score of 37. Yadav also dismissed Rovman Powell at four. India lead the five-match series 1-0 after the second ODI ended in a tie.

IND vs WI, 3rd ODI: India need 284 runs to win against West Indies

<p>West Indies set 283-run target for team India&nbsp;in the third one-day of a five-match series&nbsp;on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Batsman Shai Hope top-scored with 95 as West Indies reached 283 for nine in the third one-day international against India in Pune on Saturday.</p>

<p>Hope hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in his 113-ball knock to give West Indies a fighting total. Number-nine batsman Ashley Nurse also smashed a crucial 40 off 22 balls.</p>

<p>Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah claimed four wickets to return impressive figures of 4-35.</p>

<p>After Jason Holder departure as the sixth wicket, West Indies were in a vulnerable position.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shai Hope, however, tried to push the run rate to put a decent target for team India but lost his wicket after scoring 95 runs. His innings included six fours and three sixes.</p>

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<p>India have included pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar while Mohammed Shami has been dropped.</p>

<p>After winning the toss, skipper Kohli said, "We want the guys who will be part of the World Cup to play as much as possible."</p>

<p>"We will try to restrict Windies to a decent total and chase it down."</p>

<p>Windies's skipper Jason Holder said, "India are an excellent side and we have to perform well in all three departments to compete against them."</p>

<p>Devendra Bishoo has been dropped and Fabian Allen will make his debut.</p>

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<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p>India: Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni(w), Rishabh Pant, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, K Khaleel Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal.</p>

<p>West Indies: Kieran Powell, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Shai Hope(w), Marlon Samuels, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder(c), Fabian Allen, Ashley Nurse, Kemar Roach, Obed McCoy.<br />
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West Indies set 283-run target for team India in the third one-day of a five-match series on Saturday. Batsman Shai Hope top-scored with 95 as West Indies reached 283 for nine in the third one-day international against India in Pune on Saturday.

West Indies set 283-run target for team India in the third one-day of a five-match series on Saturday. Batsman Shai Hope top-scored with 95 as West Indies reached 283 for nine in the third one-day international against India in Pune on Saturday. Hope hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in his 113-ball knock to give West Indies a fighting total. Number-nine batsman Ashley Nurse also smashed a crucial 40 off 22 balls. Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah claimed four wickets to return impressive figures of 4-35. After Jason Holder departure as the sixth wicket, West Indies were in a vulnerable position. Shai Hope, however, tried to push the run rate to put a decent target for team India but lost his wicket after scoring 95 runs. His innings included six fours and three sixes. An explosive end to the innings propels @windiescricket to 283/9 from their 50 overs. Shai Hope top-scored with 95 while Ashley Nurse smashed 40 off 22 balls. @Jaspritbumrah93 took four wickets on his return to the team.#INDvWI 3rd ODI live ⬇️ https://t.co/zMzPdFrPWN pic.twitter.com/7ro9HNYrw4 — ICC (@ICC) October 27, 2018 × India have included pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar while Mohammed Shami has been dropped. After winning the toss, skipper Kohli said, "We want the guys who will be part of the World Cup to play as much as possible." "We will try to restrict Windies to a decent total and chase it down." Windies's skipper Jason Holder said, "India are an excellent side and we have to perform well in all three departments to compete against them." Devendra Bishoo has been dropped and Fabian Allen will make his debut. Fabian Allen makes his WINDIES ODI debut today. Devendra Bishoo is out. #WindiesCricket #ItsOurGame pic.twitter.com/yYkPFn2dst — Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) October 27, 2018 × India bring in Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah as they opt to field first in the third ODI. Fabian Allen makes his debut for the Windies.#INDvWI LIVE BLOG 👇https://t.co/zMzPdFJqOl pic.twitter.com/4abi0oDIxZ — ICC (@ICC) October 27, 2018 × Playing XI: India: Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli(c), Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni(w), Rishabh Pant, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, K Khaleel Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal. West Indies: Kieran Powell, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Shai Hope(w), Marlon Samuels, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder(c), Fabian Allen, Ashley Nurse, Kemar Roach, Obed McCoy.

IND vs WI, 3rd ODI: West Indies are 283-9 after 50 overs

<p>Virat Kohli on Wednesday become the fastest batsman to score 10,000 ODI runs – a feat he accomplished by breaking yet another Sachin Tendulkar record.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian cricket team skipper breached the 10K-run mark in one-day internationals during the second ODI against the Windies on Wednesday in Visakhapatnam.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli went past the milestone when he reached the score of 81. Later, he went on to post his 37th ODI century and eventually stayed unbeaten on 157 as India had put a target of 322 runs for the Jason Holder's side.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moments after he achieved the feat, Twitter erupted in praise for the batsmen dubbing him 'King Kohli'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even the cricket fraternity, including Sachin Tendulkar, took to Twitter to congratulate the Kohli on his achievement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The intensity and consistency with which you bat is just amazing. <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a>, congratulations on achieving 10,000 runs in ODIs. Keep the runs flowing. <a href="https://t.co/tQUhY8bHna">pic.twitter.com/tQUhY8bHna</a></p>
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/1055086395444871168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Software update all the time. Virat Kohli has redefined what consistency means. Got his 9000th odi run just 11 innings ago and got his 10000 th today, to go with his 37th century. Enjoy the phenomena <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KingKohli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KingKohli</a> <a href="https://t.co/OPhvIsBRDJ">pic.twitter.com/OPhvIsBRDJ</a></p>
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1055058131095568384?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">And the insanity continues with an undying intensity. Congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KingKohli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KingKohli</a> on 10,000 ODI runs and 37th century. The hunger, consistency and intensity is simply incredible <a href="https://t.co/DGoP1GlZ01">pic.twitter.com/DGoP1GlZ01</a></p>
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) <a href="https://twitter.com/VVSLaxman281/status/1055057021899341826?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a champion <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> proud of you my boy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🏏 <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsWI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsWI</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KINGKOHLI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KINGKOHLI</a> <a href="https://t.co/svXWOJi9op">pic.twitter.com/svXWOJi9op</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">“Century pe century baar baar, run hue pure dus hazaar!”<br />
Heartiest congratulations brother <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> 👏<br />
Fastest player ever to complete 10,000 ODI runs! What a remarkable journey it’s been so far!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViratKohli</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Virat10K?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Virat10K</a> <a href="https://t.co/HRzLEGaxzN">pic.twitter.com/HRzLEGaxzN</a></p>
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRaina/status/1055063677517393920?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 24, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Another absolute masterclass from the India captain! <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imvKohli</a> passed 10,000 ODI runs in style with an exceptional 157* to propel his side to 321/6 against Windies in Vizag.<br />
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The fastest player to 10,000 ODI runs.<br />
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Congratulations, <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a>! 👏<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LoveLords?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LoveLords</a> <a href="https://t.co/mozi6uy9JD">pic.twitter.com/mozi6uy9JD</a></p>
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<p>Kohli took 205 innings to reach the feat while Tendulkar accomplished the feat in 259 innings. Former India captain Sourav Ganguly took 263 innings to reach the milestone and Mahendra Singh Dhoni played 273 innings to breach the 10,000-run mark in one-day internationals.</p>

<p>Despite such heroics from Kohli, India failed to beat West Indies in the 2nd ODI, after Shai Hope's gutsy hundred helped his side to end the game in a dramatic tie.&nbsp;<br />
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Virat Kohli on Wednesday become the fastest batsman to score 10,000 ODI runs – a feat he accomplished by breaking yet another Sachin Tendulkar record. The Indian cricket team skipper breached the 10K-run mark in one-day internationals during the second ODI against the Windies on Wednesday in Visakhapatnam.

Virat Kohli on Wednesday become the fastest batsman to score 10,000 ODI runs – a feat he accomplished by breaking yet another Sachin Tendulkar record. The Indian cricket team skipper breached the 10K-run mark in one-day internationals during the second ODI against the Windies on Wednesday in Visakhapatnam. Kohli went past the milestone when he reached the score of 81. Later, he went on to post his 37th ODI century and eventually stayed unbeaten on 157 as India had put a target of 322 runs for the Jason Holder's side. Moments after he achieved the feat, Twitter erupted in praise for the batsmen dubbing him 'King Kohli'. Even the cricket fraternity, including Sachin Tendulkar, took to Twitter to congratulate the Kohli on his achievement. The intensity and consistency with which you bat is just amazing. @imVkohli, congratulations on achieving 10,000 runs in ODIs. Keep the runs flowing. pic.twitter.com/tQUhY8bHna — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 24, 2018 × Software update all the time. Virat Kohli has redefined what consistency means. Got his 9000th odi run just 11 innings ago and got his 10000 th today, to go with his 37th century. Enjoy the phenomena #KingKohli pic.twitter.com/OPhvIsBRDJ — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) October 24, 2018 × And the insanity continues with an undying intensity. Congratulations #KingKohli on 10,000 ODI runs and 37th century. The hunger, consistency and intensity is simply incredible pic.twitter.com/DGoP1GlZ01 — VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) October 24, 2018 × What a champion @imVkohli proud of you my boy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🏏 @BCCI #INDvsWI #KINGKOHLI pic.twitter.com/svXWOJi9op — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 24, 2018 × “Century pe century baar baar, run hue pure dus hazaar!” Heartiest congratulations brother @imVkohli 👏 Fastest player ever to complete 10,000 ODI runs! What a remarkable journey it’s been so far!#ViratKohli #Virat10K pic.twitter.com/HRzLEGaxzN — Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) October 24, 2018 × Another absolute masterclass from the India captain! @imvKohli passed 10,000 ODI runs in style with an exceptional 157* to propel his side to 321/6 against Windies in Vizag. The G.O.A.T? 🐐#INDvWI LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/gVFbHbvkYh pic.twitter.com/euFlVN8Yo7 — ICC (@ICC) October 24, 2018 × The fastest player to 10,000 ODI runs. Congratulations, @imVkohli! 👏#LoveLords pic.twitter.com/mozi6uy9JD — Lord's Cricket Ground 🏏 (@HomeOfCricket) October 24, 2018 × 🚨🚨 Reigning Supremacy #KingKohli 👑@imVkohli becomes the FASTEST BATSMAN to score 10000 ODI runs. 👏🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/2YMoFtr2L1 — BCCI (@BCCI) October 24, 2018 × Kohli took 205 innings to reach the feat while Tendulkar accomplished the feat in 259 innings. Former India captain Sourav Ganguly took 263 innings to reach the milestone and Mahendra Singh Dhoni played 273 innings to breach the 10,000-run mark in one-day internationals. Despite such heroics from Kohli, India failed to beat West Indies in the 2nd ODI, after Shai Hope's gutsy hundred helped his side to end the game in a dramatic tie.

Sachin Tendulkar gives special advice to Virat Kohli after achieving 10,000 runs

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 157 to power India to 321 runs in the 2nd ODI against West Indies on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli's 129-ball inning was laced with 13 boundaries and four huge sixes. He played at a strike rate of over 121, with India adding 61 runs in the last five overs. It is his 37th ODI century. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The skipper along with Ambati Rayudu build up a partnership of 139 runs to save the team from drowning, which was reduced at one point for 40/2, after both the openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan fell early. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Rayudu, however, lost his wicket for 73 after being clean bowled by Ashley Nurse.</p>

<p>During his inning, Kohli also surpassed cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record to become the fastest cricketer ever to reach 10000 runs in ODI.</p>

<p>Kohli also surpassed legends Sourav Ganguly, MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the 10K number.</p>

<p>Wicketkeeper-batsman Dhoni also failed to leave any big mark and departed after making 20 runs.</p>

<p>For West Indies, Nurse and Obed McCoy took two wickets each, while Marlon Samuels and Kemar Roach took one each.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Jason holder's side, which suffered a defeat in the first ODI, now need 322 runs to equal the series.&nbsp;</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 157 to power India to 321 runs in the 2nd ODI against West Indies on Wednesday. Kohli's 129-ball inning was laced with 13 boundaries and four huge sixes.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 157 to power India to 321 runs in the 2nd ODI against West Indies on Wednesday. Kohli's 129-ball inning was laced with 13 boundaries and four huge sixes. He played at a strike rate of over 121, with India adding 61 runs in the last five overs. It is his 37th ODI century. The skipper along with Ambati Rayudu build up a partnership of 139 runs to save the team from drowning, which was reduced at one point for 40/2, after both the openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan fell early. Rayudu, however, lost his wicket for 73 after being clean bowled by Ashley Nurse. During his inning, Kohli also surpassed cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record to become the fastest cricketer ever to reach 10000 runs in ODI. Kohli also surpassed legends Sourav Ganguly, MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the 10K number. Wicketkeeper-batsman Dhoni also failed to leave any big mark and departed after making 20 runs. For West Indies, Nurse and Obed McCoy took two wickets each, while Marlon Samuels and Kemar Roach took one each. The Jason holder's side, which suffered a defeat in the first ODI, now need 322 runs to equal the series.

2nd ODI: Kohli's 'virat' 157 against Windies powers India to 321

<p>Together, they are #couplegoals. Always supportive and encouraging of each other's professional achievements. On Wednesday, as Virat Kohli <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-breaks-tendulkars-record-becomes-fastest-cricketer-to-score-10000-odi-runs-173197">became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket,</a> proud wife Anushka Sharma took to Instagram to celebrate the moment.&nbsp;<br />
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Anushka was not present at the stadium when Kohli scored his 37th century but the actress took images of a TV screen and shared them on Instagram and wrote 'What a man!!' with a heart emoji.&nbsp;</p>

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Sharma has earlier too shared similar screen captures celebrating Kohli's professional feats on the field. Kohli too has never shied away from expressing his admiration towards his wife's professional achievement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cricketer had praised Anushka's performance in her last release 'Sui Dhaaga'. Kohli had tweeted, "Mamta's character stole my heart totally. Her ability to be so quiet yet so powerful and impactful makes you fall in love with her. SO PROUD my love&nbsp;@AnushkaSharma."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Saw <a href="https://twitter.com/SuiDhaagaFilm?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SuiDhaagaFilm</a> for the second time last night and I loved it more than the first time. What an emotional rollercoaster with brilliant performances by the entire cast. (1) <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SuiDhaagaMadeInIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SuiDhaagaMadeInIndia</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">(2) Mauji was superb <a href="https://twitter.com/Varun_dvn?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Varun_dvn</a>. But Mamta's character stole my heart totally. Her ability to be so quiet yet so powerful and impactful makes you fall in love with her. SO PROUD my love ❤😍 <a href="https://twitter.com/AnushkaSharma?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AnushkaSharma</a> . Don't miss it guys! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SuiDhaagaMadeInIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SuiDhaagaMadeInIndia</a></p>
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<p>The two got married in Italy in December last year in a very intimate ceremony that was kept under wraps till the last day.&nbsp;</p>


Together, they are #couplegoals. Always supportive and encouraging of each other's professional achievements. On Wednesday, as Virat Kohli became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, proud wife Anushka Sharma took to Instagram to celebrate the moment.

Together, they are #couplegoals. Always supportive and encouraging of each other's professional achievements. On Wednesday, as Virat Kohli became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, proud wife Anushka Sharma took to Instagram to celebrate the moment. Anushka was not present at the stadium when Kohli scored his 37th century but the actress took images of a TV screen and shared them on Instagram and wrote 'What a man!!' with a heart emoji. Sharma has earlier too shared similar screen captures celebrating Kohli's professional feats on the field. Kohli too has never shied away from expressing his admiration towards his wife's professional achievement. The cricketer had praised Anushka's performance in her last release 'Sui Dhaaga'. Kohli had tweeted, "Mamta's character stole my heart totally. Her ability to be so quiet yet so powerful and impactful makes you fall in love with her. SO PROUD my love @AnushkaSharma." Saw @SuiDhaagaFilm for the second time last night and I loved it more than the first time. What an emotional rollercoaster with brilliant performances by the entire cast. (1) #SuiDhaagaMadeInIndia — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 28, 2018 × (2) Mauji was superb @Varun_dvn. But Mamta's character stole my heart totally. Her ability to be so quiet yet so powerful and impactful makes you fall in love with her. SO PROUD my love ❤😍 @AnushkaSharma . Don't miss it guys! #SuiDhaagaMadeInIndia — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 28, 2018 × The two got married in Italy in December last year in a very intimate ceremony that was kept under wraps till the last day.

Virat Kohli scores 10,000 ODI runs, proud wife Anushka Sharma celebrates on Instagram

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, slammed his 37th ODI century in the same game against West Indies on Wednesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli, who made 140 in the first ODI, completed his century with a boundary off Marlon Samuels.</p>

<p>India has lost five wickets and are playing at 268 runs after 46 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the 10K number.</p>

<p>Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs.</p>

<p>The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite club.</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, slammed his 37th ODI century in the same game against West Indies on Wednesday.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, slammed his 37th ODI century in the same game against West Indies on Wednesday. Kohli, who made 140 in the first ODI, completed his century with a boundary off Marlon Samuels. India has lost five wickets and are playing at 268 runs after 46 overs. Earlier, Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the 10K number. Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs. The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite club.

IND vs WI: After reaching 10,000 runs, Virat Kohli smashes 37th ODI century

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, slammed his 37th OPDI century in the same game against West Indies on Wednesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli, who made 140 in the first ODI, completed his century with a boundary off Marlon Samuels.</p>

<p>India has lost five wickets and are playing at 268 runs after 46 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the 10K number.</p>

<p>Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs.</p>

<p>The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite club.</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, slammed his 37th OPDI century in the same game against West Indies on Wednesday.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket, slammed his 37th OPDI century in the same game against West Indies on Wednesday. Kohli, who made 140 in the first ODI, completed his century with a boundary off Marlon Samuels. India has lost five wickets and are playing at 268 runs after 46 overs. Earlier, Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the 10K number. Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs. The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite club.

IND vs WI: After 10K runs feat, Virat Kohli smashes 37th ODI century

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli has been in a tremendous form and has turned out to be a run machine for 'Men in Blue' even when the team as a unit haven't performed well.</p>

<p>Kohli, who slammed his 36th hundred against West Indies in Guwahati last week, on Wednesday became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the magic number.</p>

<p>Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it in 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs.</p>

<p>The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite 10K club.</p>

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<p>With that hundred, Kohli also became the fastest to 60 international hundreds - 36 in ODIs and 24 in Tests.</p>

<p>Kohli is already considered by many as the greatest ODI batsman of all time because of his phenomenal record in 50-over matches.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, India chased down 323 runs with nearly eight overs left to beat West Indies in the first ODI match.</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli has been in a tremendous form and has turned out to be a run machine for 'Men in Blue' even when the team as a unit haven't performed well.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli has been in a tremendous form and has turned out to be a run machine for 'Men in Blue' even when the team as a unit haven't performed well. Kohli, who slammed his 36th hundred against West Indies in Guwahati last week, on Wednesday became the fastest cricketer to enter the 10,000 runs club in ODI cricket. Kohli surpassed legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, M.S. Dhoni and Rahul Dravid in the time taken and the number of innings played, to become the fastest to reach the magic number. Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar achieved this feat in 259 innings, while Kohli achieved it in 205 innings only. He is also fifth Indian to reach the mark in ODIs. The skipper, who was just 81 runs short after being out on 140, slammed a brilliant half-century to enter the elite 10K club. 🚨🚨 Reigning Supremacy #KingKohli 👑@imVkohli becomes the FASTEST BATSMAN to score 10000 ODI runs. 👏🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/2YMoFtr2L1 — BCCI (@BCCI) October 24, 2018 × With that hundred, Kohli also became the fastest to 60 international hundreds - 36 in ODIs and 24 in Tests. Kohli is already considered by many as the greatest ODI batsman of all time because of his phenomenal record in 50-over matches. Meanwhile, India chased down 323 runs with nearly eight overs left to beat West Indies in the first ODI match.

Virat Kohli breaks Tendulkar's record, becomes fastest cricketer to score 10,000 ODI runs

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Ambati Rayudu revived India's batting after the team was reduced to 40 for the loss of two wickets in the 2nd ODI against the West Indies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both players slammed a half-century each to resurrect India's innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;Indian openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan fell early. While Rohit, who slammed unbeaten 152 in 1st ODI, departed after 4 runs, Dhawan made 29 in 30 balls he faced. &nbsp;</p>

<p>India won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the 2nd ODI at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.</p>

<p>Speaking after the toss, Kohli said, "Looks like a nice and hard wicket. May be it will get slower in the second half. Because of our bowling combination, we want to put up a score on the board and ask them to chase it down."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Kuldeep comes in for Khaleel and that the only change from the last game. It gives us two wrist spinners in the middle overs and ask the batsmen to come hard at us," he added.</p>

<p>India registered a comfortable eight-wicket over the Jason Holder's side, despite a mammoth target of 323 runs set by the Windies.</p>

<p>Speaking about their strategy for today, Windies skipper Holder said, " &nbsp;\Not to disappointed to be bowling first. Seems to be a good track. It should hold up for the 100 overs. Looks drier than the last pitch and I just hope that it stays together. It would be for the batters to take it deep. In a run chase, the batters have to be clinical."</p>

<p>"But up first, the bowlers will have to do the job. We have one change as Obed McCoy is making his debut and comes in for Oshane Thomas," he added.</p>

<p>India lead the five-match ODI series 1-0.&nbsp;</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Ambati Rayudu revived India's batting after the team was reduced to 40 for the loss of two wickets in the 2nd ODI against the West Indies.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Ambati Rayudu revived India's batting after the team was reduced to 40 for the loss of two wickets in the 2nd ODI against the West Indies. Both players slammed a half-century each to resurrect India's innings. Meanwhile, Indian openers Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan fell early. While Rohit, who slammed unbeaten 152 in 1st ODI, departed after 4 runs, Dhawan made 29 in 30 balls he faced. India won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the 2nd ODI at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Speaking after the toss, Kohli said, "Looks like a nice and hard wicket. May be it will get slower in the second half. Because of our bowling combination, we want to put up a score on the board and ask them to chase it down." "Kuldeep comes in for Khaleel and that the only change from the last game. It gives us two wrist spinners in the middle overs and ask the batsmen to come hard at us," he added. India registered a comfortable eight-wicket over the Jason Holder's side, despite a mammoth target of 323 runs set by the Windies. Speaking about their strategy for today, Windies skipper Holder said, " \Not to disappointed to be bowling first. Seems to be a good track. It should hold up for the 100 overs. Looks drier than the last pitch and I just hope that it stays together. It would be for the batters to take it deep. In a run chase, the batters have to be clinical." "But up first, the bowlers will have to do the job. We have one change as Obed McCoy is making his debut and comes in for Oshane Thomas," he added. India lead the five-match ODI series 1-0.

IND vs WI: Fifties from Kohli, Rayudu resurrect Indian innings in 2nd ODI

<p>Indian skipper Virat kohli won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the 2nd ODI at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.</p>

<p>Speaking after the toss, Kohli said, "Looks like a nice and hard wicket. May be it will get slower in the second half. Because of our bowling combination, we want to put up a score on the board and ask them to chase it down."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Kuldeep comes in for Khaleel and that the only change from the last game. It gives us two wrist spinners in the middle overs and ask the batsmen to come hard at us," he added.</p>

<p>India registered a comfortable eight-wicket over the Jason Holder's side, despite a mammoth target of 323 runs set by the Windies.</p>

<p>Speaking about their strategy for today, Windies skipper Holder said, " &nbsp;\Not to disappointed to be bowling first. Seems to be a good track. It should hold up for the 100 overs. Looks drier than the last pitch and I just hope that it stays together. It would be for the batters to take it deep. In a run chase, the batters have to be clinical."</p>

<p>"But up first, the bowlers will have to do the job. We have one change as Obed McCoy is making his debut and comes in for Oshane Thomas," he added.</p>

<p>India lead the five-match ODI series 1-0.&nbsp;</p>


Indian skipper Virat kohli won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the 2nd ODI at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

Indian skipper Virat kohli won the toss and opted to bat against West Indies in the 2nd ODI at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Speaking after the toss, Kohli said, "Looks like a nice and hard wicket. May be it will get slower in the second half. Because of our bowling combination, we want to put up a score on the board and ask them to chase it down." "Kuldeep comes in for Khaleel and that the only change from the last game. It gives us two wrist spinners in the middle overs and ask the batsmen to come hard at us," he added. India registered a comfortable eight-wicket over the Jason Holder's side, despite a mammoth target of 323 runs set by the Windies. Speaking about their strategy for today, Windies skipper Holder said, " \Not to disappointed to be bowling first. Seems to be a good track. It should hold up for the 100 overs. Looks drier than the last pitch and I just hope that it stays together. It would be for the batters to take it deep. In a run chase, the batters have to be clinical." "But up first, the bowlers will have to do the job. We have one change as Obed McCoy is making his debut and comes in for Oshane Thomas," he added. India lead the five-match ODI series 1-0.

Ind vs Windies: Kohli elects to bat in 2nd ODI, Kuldeep Yadav included in playing XI

<p>All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja praised Indian skipper Virat Kohli and opener Rohit Sharma while addressing the media after India's comfortable <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/1st-odi-ton-up-rohit-kohli-give-india-8-wicket-win-over-windies-172676">eight-wicket win</a> against West Indies in the first one-day match on Sunday.</p>

<p>Jadeja went gaga over both the batsmen who shared a massive 246-run partnership for the second wicket.</p>

<p>The left-arm spinner said that is very difficult to dismiss Virat and Rohit when they are batting in full flow.</p>

<p>"If they are set, it's tough to get them out. They can hit groundstrokes and in the air with equal ease. It becomes tough against such batters," said Jadeja.</p>

<p>"They played proper cricketing shots. They did not take any chances, they were just playing according the situation."</p>

<p>Virat completed his 36th ODI century and<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-breaks-tendulkar-record-becomes-fastest-cricketer-to-score-60-tons-172687"> broke cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record</a> by becoming the faster cricketer to score 60 international hundreds.</p>

<p>Rohit too played magnificently and slammed an unbeaten ton to inspire India towards victory.</p>

<p>"Wicket was also very good to bat on. It was not spinning or swinging much. The ball was coming nicely to bat. It was an ideal condition for the batsmen," Jadeja added.</p>

<p>"After they scored 320-plus, we did not know how it will behave in the second half. But after the start we got following (Shikhar) Dhawan's wicket we thought we could chase it down. Overall it stayed true through out the game," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jadeja said India decided against fielding three spinners because of the uncertainty factor of the wicket.<br />
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"We didn't know how the wicket would behave, this being the first ODI here. We thought three seamers will help to contain the batsmen in the powerplay," he said.</p>


All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja praised Indian skipper Virat Kohli and opener Rohit Sharma while addressing the media after India's comfortable eight-wicket win against West Indies in the first one-day match on Sunday.

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja praised Indian skipper Virat Kohli and opener Rohit Sharma while addressing the media after India's comfortable eight-wicket win against West Indies in the first one-day match on Sunday. Jadeja went gaga over both the batsmen who shared a massive 246-run partnership for the second wicket. The left-arm spinner said that is very difficult to dismiss Virat and Rohit when they are batting in full flow. "If they are set, it's tough to get them out. They can hit groundstrokes and in the air with equal ease. It becomes tough against such batters," said Jadeja. "They played proper cricketing shots. They did not take any chances, they were just playing according the situation." Virat completed his 36th ODI century and broke cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record by becoming the faster cricketer to score 60 international hundreds. Rohit too played magnificently and slammed an unbeaten ton to inspire India towards victory. "Wicket was also very good to bat on. It was not spinning or swinging much. The ball was coming nicely to bat. It was an ideal condition for the batsmen," Jadeja added. "After they scored 320-plus, we did not know how it will behave in the second half. But after the start we got following (Shikhar) Dhawan's wicket we thought we could chase it down. Overall it stayed true through out the game," he said. Jadeja said India decided against fielding three spinners because of the uncertainty factor of the wicket. "We didn't know how the wicket would behave, this being the first ODI here. We thought three seamers will help to contain the batsmen in the powerplay," he said.

It's 'tough' to dismiss Virat and Rohit when they are set: Ravindra Jadeja

<p>India skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday broke cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record by becoming the faster cricketer to score 60 international hundreds.</p>

<p>The milestone for Kohli came after he slammed 140 runs in the first ODI against West Indies in Guwahati and in the process, he broke Tendulkar’s record, who took 426 innings whereas Kohli reached the landmark in 40 fewer innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli, who has now scored 36 ODI and 24 Test centuries, is the fifth cricketer to hit 60 international tons. Today, he took 88 balls to reach his 36th ODI century.</p>

<p>Kohli also equalled another record set by Tendulkar of scoring more than 2,000 international runs in a calendar year for India.</p>

<p>Apart from Tendulkar &amp; Kohli, Sourav Ganguly (4) and Rahul Dravid (3) are the other two Indian cricketers, who have achieved the feat.</p>

<p>Kohli along with Sharma, who slammed unbeaten 152, chased down the mammoth target of 323 runs set by the Jason Holder's side.&nbsp;</p>


India skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday broke cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record by becoming the faster cricketer to score 60 international hundreds. The milestone for Kohli came after he slammed 140 runs in the first ODI against West Indies in Guwahati and in the process, he broke Tendulkar’s record, who took 426 innings whereas Kohli reached the landmark in 40 fewer innings.

India skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday broke cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's record by becoming the faster cricketer to score 60 international hundreds. The milestone for Kohli came after he slammed 140 runs in the first ODI against West Indies in Guwahati and in the process, he broke Tendulkar’s record, who took 426 innings whereas Kohli reached the landmark in 40 fewer innings. Kohli, who has now scored 36 ODI and 24 Test centuries, is the fifth cricketer to hit 60 international tons. Today, he took 88 balls to reach his 36th ODI century. Kohli also equalled another record set by Tendulkar of scoring more than 2,000 international runs in a calendar year for India. Apart from Tendulkar & Kohli, Sourav Ganguly (4) and Rahul Dravid (3) are the other two Indian cricketers, who have achieved the feat. Kohli along with Sharma, who slammed unbeaten 152, chased down the mammoth target of 323 runs set by the Jason Holder's side.

Virat Kohli breaks Tendulkar record. Guess which one

<p>Skipper Virat Kohli Sunday hailed his partnership with Rohit Sharma after the pair hit centuries to lead India's eight-wicket demolition of West Indies in the first one-day international in Guwahati.</p>

<p>Kohli, who made 140, and Sharma, who remained unbeaten on 152, put on 246 runs for the second wicket as the hosts chased down 323 and romped home with 47 balls to spare.</p>

<p>India, who swept the two-Test series against the visiting Caribbean side, lead the five-match ODI series 1-0.</p>

<p>"Feels pretty good. A convincing win. I thought West Indies were really good with the bat. And 320+ totals are always tricky," Kohli said after the win.</p>

<p>"But we knew it's all about one partnership. And life isn't difficult when Rohit is at the other end. It's our 5th or 6th double-century partnership, it's a pleasure to bat with him."</p>

<p>The effort from Kohli and Sharma easily overshadowed a dominant 106 by West Indies batsman Shermon Hetmyer in his team's 322-8 after being put into bat first.</p>

<p>In reply, India lost opener Shikhar Dhawan in just the second over of the innings after he was bowled by debutant fast bowler Oshane Thomas.</p>

<p>Kohli then took charge with Sharma, who was happy playing second fiddle to his in-form captain, as the duo put on India's biggest-ever ODI stand against West Indies for any wicket.</p>

<p>The skipper built on his quickfire fifty to get his 36th ODI ton in just 88 deliveries, hitting Kemar Roach for a boundary to make the three-figure mark amid loud cheers from a packed home crowd.</p>

<p>Sharma, who was relatively quiet till his captain's 100, soon got cracking and reached his century with a boundary off spinner Ashley Nurse.</p>

<p>The two marauding batsmen started to toy with the opposition bowlers before Devendra Bishoo got Kohli stumped against the run of play. Kohli smashed 21 fours and 2 sixes.</p>

<p>Sharma went on to hit the winning six with Ambati Rayudu, who remained unbeaten on 22, at the other end.</p>

<p>"Happens very rarely when Rohit plays second fiddle," said Kohli of his partner.</p>

<p>"Among the top three, I've preferred the anchor role, but today I felt good and I communicated with Rohit that he should play the anchor role."</p>

<p><strong>- Hetmyer blaze -</strong></p>

<p>West Indies had their moments in the game when Hetmyer smashed six fours and six sixes during his 78-ball knock to give his side what looked like a competitive total.</p>

<p>Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal claimed three wickets, returning impressive figures of 3-41 from his 10 overs, to check West Indies' surge.</p>

<p>Hetmyer, who registered his third ODI century in just his 13th game, built crucial partnerships including a 60-run sixth wicket stand with skipper Jason Holder, who made 38.</p>

<p>Bishoo, on 22, and Roach, on 26, put on 44 runs for their ninth wicket unbeaten stand to take West Indies well past the 300-run mark, which in the end proved insufficient to test the Indian batting.</p>

<p>"Pleased with the guys for the batting effort. Hetmyer batted exceptionally well," said Holder.</p>

<p>"We could have got a bit more had he carried on for 5-6 more overs, but this is a young team and we will learn. Hopefully we can play a lot better in the second game."</p>

<p>The second ODI in the five-game series is scheduled for Wednesday in Visakhapatnam.</p>


Skipper Virat Kohli Sunday hailed his partnership with Rohit Sharma after the pair hit centuries to lead India's eight-wicket demolition of West Indies in the first one-day international in Guwahati.

Skipper Virat Kohli Sunday hailed his partnership with Rohit Sharma after the pair hit centuries to lead India's eight-wicket demolition of West Indies in the first one-day international in Guwahati. Kohli, who made 140, and Sharma, who remained unbeaten on 152, put on 246 runs for the second wicket as the hosts chased down 323 and romped home with 47 balls to spare. India, who swept the two-Test series against the visiting Caribbean side, lead the five-match ODI series 1-0. "Feels pretty good. A convincing win. I thought West Indies were really good with the bat. And 320+ totals are always tricky," Kohli said after the win. "But we knew it's all about one partnership. And life isn't difficult when Rohit is at the other end. It's our 5th or 6th double-century partnership, it's a pleasure to bat with him." The effort from Kohli and Sharma easily overshadowed a dominant 106 by West Indies batsman Shermon Hetmyer in his team's 322-8 after being put into bat first. In reply, India lost opener Shikhar Dhawan in just the second over of the innings after he was bowled by debutant fast bowler Oshane Thomas. Kohli then took charge with Sharma, who was happy playing second fiddle to his in-form captain, as the duo put on India's biggest-ever ODI stand against West Indies for any wicket. The skipper built on his quickfire fifty to get his 36th ODI ton in just 88 deliveries, hitting Kemar Roach for a boundary to make the three-figure mark amid loud cheers from a packed home crowd. Sharma, who was relatively quiet till his captain's 100, soon got cracking and reached his century with a boundary off spinner Ashley Nurse. The two marauding batsmen started to toy with the opposition bowlers before Devendra Bishoo got Kohli stumped against the run of play. Kohli smashed 21 fours and 2 sixes. Sharma went on to hit the winning six with Ambati Rayudu, who remained unbeaten on 22, at the other end. "Happens very rarely when Rohit plays second fiddle," said Kohli of his partner. "Among the top three, I've preferred the anchor role, but today I felt good and I communicated with Rohit that he should play the anchor role." - Hetmyer blaze - West Indies had their moments in the game when Hetmyer smashed six fours and six sixes during his 78-ball knock to give his side what looked like a competitive total. Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal claimed three wickets, returning impressive figures of 3-41 from his 10 overs, to check West Indies' surge. Hetmyer, who registered his third ODI century in just his 13th game, built crucial partnerships including a 60-run sixth wicket stand with skipper Jason Holder, who made 38. Bishoo, on 22, and Roach, on 26, put on 44 runs for their ninth wicket unbeaten stand to take West Indies well past the 300-run mark, which in the end proved insufficient to test the Indian batting. "Pleased with the guys for the batting effort. Hetmyer batted exceptionally well," said Holder. "We could have got a bit more had he carried on for 5-6 more overs, but this is a young team and we will learn. Hopefully we can play a lot better in the second game." The second ODI in the five-game series is scheduled for Wednesday in Visakhapatnam.

Life isn't difficult when Rohit is at the other end: Virat

<p>Rohit Sharma's unbeaten 152 and skipper Virat Kohli's 140 helped India chase down the mammoth target of 323 runs set them by the West Indies.</p>

<p>Sharma slammed a six on the first ball of the 43rd over to reach his 150 and also give India an 8-wicket victory in the first ODI on Sunday.</p>

<p>After India lost Shikhar Dhawan early, both Kohli and Sharma had put on a 246-run stand for the second wicket to put 'Men In Blue' in a commanding position.</p>

<p>The two were on the way of breaking several partnership records but unfortunately, Kohli departed by a brilliant lbw off wicketkeeper Shai Hope off Devendra Bishoo.</p>

<p>But, Sharma continued to lead the team and play a perfect match-winning knock, stocked with &nbsp;15 boundaries and eight sixes in 117-ball inning.</p>

<p>Kohli, on the other hand, played 107 balls and hit 21 boundaries and two sixes.</p>

<p>Despite setting a huge target and getting an early break, the Jason Holder's side failed to perform with the ball.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Oshane Thomas, who took Dhawan's wicket, turned out to be the most expensive bowler. At an economy of 9.22, Thomas gave 83 runs in his nine overs.&nbsp;<br />
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Bishoo, who dismissed Kohli, was the second most expensive bowler with 73 runs in 10 overs bowled.&nbsp;</p>

<p>No other bowler was even able to understand the Indian batsmen strategy and were routed by Rohit and Kohli.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For West Indies, Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring his side back into contention against the 'Men in Blue'.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
After being reduced at one time to 86 for the loss of three wickets, Hetmyar took the driver's seat and slammed a 78-ball 106, before giving away his wicket to Ravindra Jadeja trying to hit a six. He was caught by Rishabh Pant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He had put up a half-century stand with skipper Jason Holder for the sixth wicket and played at a strike rate of 135.90, hitting six boundaries and six sixes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Holder contributed 38 runs, including five boundaries, before being clean bowled by Yuzvendra Chahal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India, who won the recently concluded Test series, now lead 1-0 in the five-match ODI series.&nbsp;</p>


Rohit Sharma's unbeaten 152 and skipper Virat Kohli's 140 helped India chase down the mammoth target of 323 runs set them by the West Indies. Sharma slammed a six on the first ball of the 43rd over to reach his 150 and also give India an 8-wicket victory in the first ODI on Sunday.

Rohit Sharma's unbeaten 152 and skipper Virat Kohli's 140 helped India chase down the mammoth target of 323 runs set them by the West Indies. Sharma slammed a six on the first ball of the 43rd over to reach his 150 and also give India an 8-wicket victory in the first ODI on Sunday. After India lost Shikhar Dhawan early, both Kohli and Sharma had put on a 246-run stand for the second wicket to put 'Men In Blue' in a commanding position. The two were on the way of breaking several partnership records but unfortunately, Kohli departed by a brilliant lbw off wicketkeeper Shai Hope off Devendra Bishoo. But, Sharma continued to lead the team and play a perfect match-winning knock, stocked with 15 boundaries and eight sixes in 117-ball inning. Kohli, on the other hand, played 107 balls and hit 21 boundaries and two sixes. Despite setting a huge target and getting an early break, the Jason Holder's side failed to perform with the ball. Oshane Thomas, who took Dhawan's wicket, turned out to be the most expensive bowler. At an economy of 9.22, Thomas gave 83 runs in his nine overs. Bishoo, who dismissed Kohli, was the second most expensive bowler with 73 runs in 10 overs bowled. No other bowler was even able to understand the Indian batsmen strategy and were routed by Rohit and Kohli. For West Indies, Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring his side back into contention against the 'Men in Blue'. After being reduced at one time to 86 for the loss of three wickets, Hetmyar took the driver's seat and slammed a 78-ball 106, before giving away his wicket to Ravindra Jadeja trying to hit a six. He was caught by Rishabh Pant. He had put up a half-century stand with skipper Jason Holder for the sixth wicket and played at a strike rate of 135.90, hitting six boundaries and six sixes. Holder contributed 38 runs, including five boundaries, before being clean bowled by Yuzvendra Chahal. India, who won the recently concluded Test series, now lead 1-0 in the five-match ODI series.

1st ODI: India beat Windies by 8 wickets after tons from Rohit, Virat

<p>Virat Kohli will look to solve the middle order problem ahead of ICC World Cup 2019 that team India has been facing from quite sometime.</p>

<p>Kohli said if batsman Ambati Rayudu cements his place at the crucial number four then the middle order problem will be solved.</p>

<p>"The only position we were trying to figure out was number four for a long time. We tried many players who unfortunately could not capitalise or cement their places in a way we wanted," Kohli said ahead of the first one-dayer against the West Indies.</p>

<p>"With Rayudu coming in and playing well in the Asia Cup, it's about giving him enough game time till the World Cup so that the particular slot will be sorted for us," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The team felt there -&nbsp;and I also watched him - that he (Rayudu) is designed to play that middle order batsman's role. We feel that our middle-order is more or less balanced now," Kohli said.</p>

<p>Rayudu impressed the selectors during Indian Premier League 2018 where he scored a total of 602 runs at an average of 43.00 and a strike-rate of 149.75.</p>

<p>After his spectacular performance during the IPL, he had earned a national call-up for the ODI series for the England tour but was dropped after failing the 'Yo-Yo' test.</p>

<p>But in the absence of captain Kohli in the recently concluded Asia Cup, Rayudu amassed 175 runs, averaging 43.75 from six innings.</p>

<p>"We believe he is the right person to capitalise on that spot. He is experienced and has won many games for his state and also in the IPL. He has a great ODI record already for India. I think the batting order is sorted."&nbsp;</p>

<p>India will play around 18-odd ODIs before the World Cup, including the five-match series against the West Indies.</p>

<p>"Now these 18 games would be to find the perfect combination that we want to take into the World Cup," Kohli said.</p>

<p>&nbsp;"Barring injuries or niggles, we want one combination to play through and through. Apart from bowlers resting here and there in the ODIs, we only changed the No. 4 slot because we wanted someone to cement the place," Kohli reasoned.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli talked about the importance of a depth in the batting order. He said, "Batting order is always ready, especially after four. The guys below four are always flexible in terms of the situation. You want the best thing for the team. Being flexible is very important."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There's no rocket science to it. In T20 cricket, you do that all the time. You are flexible in what you want to do as a batting order.</p>


Virat Kohli will look to solve the middle order problem ahead of ICC World Cup 2019 that team India has been facing from quite sometime. Kohli said if batsman Ambati Rayudu cements his place at the crucial number four then the middle order problem will be solved.

Virat Kohli will look to solve the middle order problem ahead of ICC World Cup 2019 that team India has been facing from quite sometime. Kohli said if batsman Ambati Rayudu cements his place at the crucial number four then the middle order problem will be solved. "The only position we were trying to figure out was number four for a long time. We tried many players who unfortunately could not capitalise or cement their places in a way we wanted," Kohli said ahead of the first one-dayer against the West Indies. "With Rayudu coming in and playing well in the Asia Cup, it's about giving him enough game time till the World Cup so that the particular slot will be sorted for us," he added. "The team felt there - and I also watched him - that he (Rayudu) is designed to play that middle order batsman's role. We feel that our middle-order is more or less balanced now," Kohli said. Rayudu impressed the selectors during Indian Premier League 2018 where he scored a total of 602 runs at an average of 43.00 and a strike-rate of 149.75. After his spectacular performance during the IPL, he had earned a national call-up for the ODI series for the England tour but was dropped after failing the 'Yo-Yo' test. But in the absence of captain Kohli in the recently concluded Asia Cup, Rayudu amassed 175 runs, averaging 43.75 from six innings. "We believe he is the right person to capitalise on that spot. He is experienced and has won many games for his state and also in the IPL. He has a great ODI record already for India. I think the batting order is sorted." India will play around 18-odd ODIs before the World Cup, including the five-match series against the West Indies. "Now these 18 games would be to find the perfect combination that we want to take into the World Cup," Kohli said. "Barring injuries or niggles, we want one combination to play through and through. Apart from bowlers resting here and there in the ODIs, we only changed the No. 4 slot because we wanted someone to cement the place," Kohli reasoned. Kohli talked about the importance of a depth in the batting order. He said, "Batting order is always ready, especially after four. The guys below four are always flexible in terms of the situation. You want the best thing for the team. Being flexible is very important." "There's no rocket science to it. In T20 cricket, you do that all the time. You are flexible in what you want to do as a batting order.

Virat Kohli looking to solve India's middle order puzzle with Ambati Rayudu

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli and rose to the occasion and slammed a century while chasing a mammoth target of 323 runs set by West Indies in the first ODI on Sunday.</p>

<p>Kohli along with opener Rohit Sharma, who also reached his century established a 246-run stand.&nbsp; The two&nbsp;kept India's scorecard ticking after Shikhar Dhawan fell early for just four runs.</p>

<p>However, Kohli was stumped off&nbsp;Bishoo at 140. His 107-ball inning included 21 boundaries and two sixes. Meanwhile, Rohit is going strong and is playing ta a strike rate of 122.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli, who played at a strike rate 126, reached the 50-digit mark in just 35 balls. India are&nbsp;198 for the loss of one wicket after 28 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For West Indies, Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring his side back into contention against the 'Men in Blue'.<br />
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Put in to bat, the Windies were at one time reduced to 86 for the loss of three wickets. &nbsp;</p>

<p>It was then that Hetmyar took the driver's seat and slammed a 78-ball 106, before giving away his wicket to Ravindra Jadeja trying to hit a six. He was caught by Rishabh Pant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He had put up a half-century stand with skipper Jason Holder for the sixth wicket and played at a strike rate of 135.90, hitting six boundaries and six sixes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Holder contributed 38 runs, including five boundaries, before being clean bowled by Yuzvendra Chahal.&nbsp;</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli and rose to the occasion and slammed a century while chasing a mammoth target of 323 runs set by West Indies in the first ODI on Sunday.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli and rose to the occasion and slammed a century while chasing a mammoth target of 323 runs set by West Indies in the first ODI on Sunday. Kohli along with opener Rohit Sharma, who also reached his century established a 246-run stand. The two kept India's scorecard ticking after Shikhar Dhawan fell early for just four runs. However, Kohli was stumped off Bishoo at 140. His 107-ball inning included 21 boundaries and two sixes. Meanwhile, Rohit is going strong and is playing ta a strike rate of 122. Kohli, who played at a strike rate 126, reached the 50-digit mark in just 35 balls. India are 198 for the loss of one wicket after 28 overs. For West Indies, Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring his side back into contention against the 'Men in Blue'. Put in to bat, the Windies were at one time reduced to 86 for the loss of three wickets. It was then that Hetmyar took the driver's seat and slammed a 78-ball 106, before giving away his wicket to Ravindra Jadeja trying to hit a six. He was caught by Rishabh Pant. He had put up a half-century stand with skipper Jason Holder for the sixth wicket and played at a strike rate of 135.90, hitting six boundaries and six sixes. Holder contributed 38 runs, including five boundaries, before being clean bowled by Yuzvendra Chahal.

1st ODI: Kohli falls after hitting ton, Rohit hits ton as India chase down Windies' 323

<p>Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring the West Indies back into contention against India in the 1st ODI. Put in to bat, the Windies were at one time reduced to 86 for the loss of three wickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was then that nHetmyar took the driver's seat and slammed a 78-ball 106, before giving away his wicket to Ravindra Jadeja trying to hit a six. He was caught by Rishabh Pant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hetmyar played at a strike rate of 135.90, hitting six boundaries and six sixes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli had earlier won the toss and chosen to bat against the West Indies in the first of the five one-day internationals in Guwahati today.</p>

<p>Rishabh Pant got his 50-over debut after a strong performance in the five-day games.&nbsp;In the previous two months, Pant has played some impressive innings which why he has been given this chance.</p>

<p>"Our batting order is settled as (Ambati) Rayudu has taken the number four spot. We don't need to ponder much," said Kohli.</p>

<p>"We have three fast bowlers. (Yuzvendra) Chahal, the wrist spinner and (Ravindra) Jadeja to give us balance."</p>

<p>The hosts won the recently concluded two-match Test series.</p>


Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring the West Indies back into contention against India in the 1st ODI. Put in to bat, the Windies were at one time reduced to 86 for the loss of three wickets.

Shimron Hetmyer slammed a century to bring the West Indies back into contention against India in the 1st ODI. Put in to bat, the Windies were at one time reduced to 86 for the loss of three wickets. It was then that nHetmyar took the driver's seat and slammed a 78-ball 106, before giving away his wicket to Ravindra Jadeja trying to hit a six. He was caught by Rishabh Pant. Hetmyar played at a strike rate of 135.90, hitting six boundaries and six sixes. Virat Kohli had earlier won the toss and chosen to bat against the West Indies in the first of the five one-day internationals in Guwahati today. Rishabh Pant got his 50-over debut after a strong performance in the five-day games. In the previous two months, Pant has played some impressive innings which why he has been given this chance. "Our batting order is settled as (Ambati) Rayudu has taken the number four spot. We don't need to ponder much," said Kohli. "We have three fast bowlers. (Yuzvendra) Chahal, the wrist spinner and (Ravindra) Jadeja to give us balance." The hosts won the recently concluded two-match Test series.

1st ODI: Shimron Hetmyer ton hauls Windies back into contention against India

<p>India beat&nbsp;West Indies by 10 wickets to win the second and final Test on the third day after an extended session&nbsp;in Hyderabad on Sunday.</p>

<p>Opener&nbsp;Prithvi Shaw and&nbsp;Lokesh Rahul remained unbeaten in India's second innings to chase down the&nbsp;72-run target in 16.1 overs&nbsp;to sweep the series.</p>

<p>Debutant&nbsp;Prithvi Shaw won Man of the Series for his splendid performance&nbsp;throughout the series.</p>

<p>In first innings, he scored 70 runs and in second innings he remained unbeaten at 33 runs and hit the winning runs.</p>

<p>Umesh Yadav, who bowled&nbsp;his career-best figures of 6-88 in the first innings, was given with Man of the Match award.</p>

<p>Overall,&nbsp;Yadav claimed a match haul of 10 wickets that helped to skittle out West Indies team for 127 in their second innings,&nbsp;while spinner Ravindra Jadeja returned figures of 3-12.</p>

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<p>Earlier, for West Indies Sunil Ambris top-scored for the tourists, who were beaten inside three days in the series opener in Rajkot, with 38.</p>

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<p>Earlier, Ashwin and Shradul Thakur took India's lead to 56 runs after the team was bowled out for 367 runs at lunch on the third day.</p>

<p>India made 367 in reply to Windies 311 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant top scored with 92 after being involved in a 152-run fifth-wicket stand with Ajinkya Rahane, who made 80.</p>

<p>Ashwin made 35 before being bowled by Shannon Gabriel in an extended first session. His was the last wicket Windies took to end Men in blue's innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Windies captain and pacer Jason Holder took five wickets to end India's inning and gave just 56 runs in 23 overs he bowled.&nbsp;</p>


India beat West Indies by 10 wickets to win the second and final Test on the third day after an extended session in Hyderabad on Sunday. Opener Prithvi Shaw and Lokesh Rahul remained unbeaten in India's second innings to chase down the 72-run target in 16.

India beat West Indies by 10 wickets to win the second and final Test on the third day after an extended session in Hyderabad on Sunday. Opener Prithvi Shaw and Lokesh Rahul remained unbeaten in India's second innings to chase down the 72-run target in 16.1 overs to sweep the series. Debutant Prithvi Shaw won Man of the Series for his splendid performance throughout the series. In first innings, he scored 70 runs and in second innings he remained unbeaten at 33 runs and hit the winning runs. Umesh Yadav, who bowled his career-best figures of 6-88 in the first innings, was given with Man of the Match award. Overall, Yadav claimed a match haul of 10 wickets that helped to skittle out West Indies team for 127 in their second innings, while spinner Ravindra Jadeja returned figures of 3-12. With 10 wickets across the two innings @y_umesh is the Player of the Match 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/GxEpVoxeGd — ICC (@ICC) October 14, 2018 × 6/88 in the first innings 👏👏 4/45 in the second innings 💪 Well bowled @y_umesh!#INDvWI LIVE ⬇️https://t.co/E9pqFxL9pX pic.twitter.com/aVI7EzVtLD — ICC (@ICC) October 14, 2018 × Earlier, for West Indies Sunil Ambris top-scored for the tourists, who were beaten inside three days in the series opener in Rajkot, with 38. 🇮🇳🇮🇳 A clinical performance by #TeamIndia as they beat the Windies by 10 wickets to clinch the series 2-0. This is their 10 consecutive victory at home 👏👏@Paytm #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/Mr0Qv7hEWF — BCCI (@BCCI) October 14, 2018 × Earlier, Ashwin and Shradul Thakur took India's lead to 56 runs after the team was bowled out for 367 runs at lunch on the third day. India made 367 in reply to Windies 311 runs. Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant top scored with 92 after being involved in a 152-run fifth-wicket stand with Ajinkya Rahane, who made 80. Ashwin made 35 before being bowled by Shannon Gabriel in an extended first session. His was the last wicket Windies took to end Men in blue's innings. Windies captain and pacer Jason Holder took five wickets to end India's inning and gave just 56 runs in 23 overs he bowled.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test: India beat West Indies to sweep Test series

<p>India were 173 for four at tea on day two of the second and final cricket Test against West Indies in Hyderabad on Saturday.</p>

<p>West Indies by 138 runs in the first innings with Ajinkya Rahane, on 19, and Rishabh Pant, on 9, at the crease.</p>

<p>West Indies skipper Jason Holder got his counterpart Virat Kohli trapped lbw for 45 to claim his second scalp.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tourists were bowled out for 311 early in the morning session.</p>

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India were 173 for four at tea on day two of the second and final cricket Test against West Indies in Hyderabad on Saturday. West Indies by 138 runs in the first innings with Ajinkya Rahane, on 19, and Rishabh Pant, on 9, at the crease.

India were 173 for four at tea on day two of the second and final cricket Test against West Indies in Hyderabad on Saturday. West Indies by 138 runs in the first innings with Ajinkya Rahane, on 19, and Rishabh Pant, on 9, at the crease. West Indies skipper Jason Holder got his counterpart Virat Kohli trapped lbw for 45 to claim his second scalp. The tourists were bowled out for 311 early in the morning session. #TeamIndia lose three wickets in the 2nd session on Day 2. At Tea, India 173/4 (Shaw 70, Virat 45), trail Windies 311 by 138 runs. Updates - https://t.co/U21NN9DHPa #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/MJgAwIFeDG — BCCI (@BCCI) October 13, 2018 ×

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test, Day 2: India are 173-4 at tea

<p>Indian bowlers took three early wickets on the first day of the second and final Test against the West Indies in a fun-filled morning session.</p>

<p>Things arguably turned even more fun when an overenthusiastic fan breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground to plant a kiss on&nbsp;Indian captain Virat Kohli's cheek and take a selfie with him.</p>

<p>The fan managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek.</p>

<p>Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field.</p>

<p>The crowd in the meantime roared and clapped.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>West Indies were 86 for the loss of three wickets at lunch.</p>

<p>Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed&nbsp;Kieran Powell as&nbsp;India's first&nbsp;wicket in the 12th over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Powell lost his wicket after scoring 22 runs.</p>

<p>India's mystery spinner Kuldeep Yadav saw off Kraigg Brathwaite in the 23rd over. Windies opener Brathwaite contributed 14 runs for the team.</p>

<p>Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/west-indies-to-bat-first-against-india-in-second-test-170995">won the toss</a>&nbsp;and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test.</p>


Indian bowlers took three early wickets on the first day of the second and final Test against the West Indies in a fun-filled morning session. Things arguably turned even more fun when an overenthusiastic fan breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground to plant a kiss on Indian captain Virat Kohli's cheek and take a selfie with him.

Indian bowlers took three early wickets on the first day of the second and final Test against the West Indies in a fun-filled morning session. Things arguably turned even more fun when an overenthusiastic fan breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground to plant a kiss on Indian captain Virat Kohli's cheek and take a selfie with him. The fan managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek. Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field. The crowd in the meantime roared and clapped. Love Love Love ❤❤❤❤@imVkohli pic.twitter.com/To4WUNoeV4 — һѧяśһıҡѧ (@KohlisSpark_) October 12, 2018 × West Indies were 86 for the loss of three wickets at lunch. Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed Kieran Powell as India's first wicket in the 12th over. Powell lost his wicket after scoring 22 runs. India's mystery spinner Kuldeep Yadav saw off Kraigg Brathwaite in the 23rd over. Windies opener Brathwaite contributed 14 runs for the team. Earlier, West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test: Male fan invades pitch, tries to kiss Virat Kohli

<p>A case was filed on Friday against the fan, who <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-ind-2nd-test-male-fan-invades-pitch-tries-to-kiss-virat-kohli-171050">breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground</a>, to&nbsp;take a selfie with India's skipper Virat Kohli.</p>

<p>The overenthusiastic fan, who even tried to kiss Kohli,&nbsp;belongs to Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh.</p>

<p>Police inspector P Venkateswarlu said a case of trespassing was slapped against 19-year-old Mohammad Khan, who breached security cordon to get up close with Virat Kohli.</p>

<p>It happened an hour into the morning session when he climbed the barricade and sprinted around 70 metres towards Kohli.</p>

<p>The fan gave a tight hug to Kohli and&nbsp;managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek.</p>

<p>Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field.</p>

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A case was filed on Friday against the fan, who breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground, to take a selfie with India's skipper Virat Kohli. The overenthusiastic fan, who even tried to kiss Kohli, belongs to Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh.

A case was filed on Friday against the fan, who breached security at the Hyderabad cricket ground, to take a selfie with India's skipper Virat Kohli. The overenthusiastic fan, who even tried to kiss Kohli, belongs to Kadapa District of Andhra Pradesh. Police inspector P Venkateswarlu said a case of trespassing was slapped against 19-year-old Mohammad Khan, who breached security cordon to get up close with Virat Kohli. It happened an hour into the morning session when he climbed the barricade and sprinted around 70 metres towards Kohli. The fan gave a tight hug to Kohli and managed to get the selfie. He did not get the kiss — security managed to stop him (and Virat pulled back) before he could plant a kiss on Virat's cheek. Virat looked very upset while security personnel overpowered the youngster and hauled him off the field. That's Stumps on Day 1 of the 2nd Test. Windies bat through a day of Test cricket in India. The reason for the majestic recovery has been down to the fine batting of Roston Chase. He's closing in on another Test century Windies 295/7 #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/Ob7C7AbaLz — BCCI (@BCCI) October 12, 2018 × West Indies were 295 for the loss of seven wickets at stumps on the opening day of second and final Test

Case filed against fan who tried to kiss Virat Kohli

<p>West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test in Hyderabad on Friday.</p>

<p>Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, comes in for fast bowler Keemo Paul. Paceman Sherman Lewis has been replaced by spinner Jomel Warrican.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Looks a pretty good wicket to bat on. Looking forward to (make) use of the new surface," Holder said at the toss.</p>

<p>"It's tough sitting out and watch the game but that's bound to happen. We all know what we're capable of doing."</p>

<p>India have made just one change from their record win in Rajkot last week with debutant paceman Shardul Thakur coming in for Mohammed Shami, who has been rested.</p>

<p>Skipper Virat Kohli admitted that he would have also batted first as the world's top Test side eyes a series sweep.</p>

<p>"Not bothered of the toss but I would have batted first as well. We have to focus on this series, just focusing on repeating the things we did in the first game," said Kohli.</p>

<p>"Shami has been rested, he has played six Tests and has bowled a lot of overs."</p>

<p>India are runaway favourites to sweep the series after they hammered the West Indies by an innings and 272 runs in the first Test.</p>


West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test in Hyderabad on Friday. Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, comes in for fast bowler Keemo Paul.

West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and elected to bat against India in the second and final Test in Hyderabad on Friday. Holder, who missed the team's opening loss due to an ankle injury, comes in for fast bowler Keemo Paul. Paceman Sherman Lewis has been replaced by spinner Jomel Warrican. "Looks a pretty good wicket to bat on. Looking forward to (make) use of the new surface," Holder said at the toss. "It's tough sitting out and watch the game but that's bound to happen. We all know what we're capable of doing." India have made just one change from their record win in Rajkot last week with debutant paceman Shardul Thakur coming in for Mohammed Shami, who has been rested. Skipper Virat Kohli admitted that he would have also batted first as the world's top Test side eyes a series sweep. "Not bothered of the toss but I would have batted first as well. We have to focus on this series, just focusing on repeating the things we did in the first game," said Kohli. "Shami has been rested, he has played six Tests and has bowled a lot of overs." India are runaway favourites to sweep the series after they hammered the West Indies by an innings and 272 runs in the first Test.

WI vs Ind, 2nd Test: Windies win toss, choose to bat first

<p>Ahead of the second Test match, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said his men will not get complacent when they take on Windies in &nbsp;Hyderabad, tomorrow. city.</p>

<p>India beat Jason Holder's side inside three days to record their biggest victory - by an innings and 272 runs.</p>

<p>"West Indies will come hard at us and we just simply have to be at the top of our game," Kohli said after the team's practice session.</p>

<p>When asked to comment on the performance and expectations from Prithvi Shaw, Kohli asked everyone to give some space to the young batting sensation.<br />
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"I don't think he should be rushed into anything yet because you need to give a youngster a space to grow, in his own abilities. This guy is supremely talented and he has got great ability as everyone saw."</p>

<p>"We definitely think he (Shaw) has it in him to play at the highest level and he can repeat what he did in the first game. He is a very keen learner, a sharp guy. He understands situations well. We are all very happy for him," he concluded.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The right-handed batsman further said that exposure to Indian Premier League (IPL) helped youngsters in his team prepare for their Test debuts and come out into the field fearlessly.</p>

<p>After the first game loss, skipper Holder took a dig at the critics stated that even Caribbean team of the 90’s that included legendary Brian Lara, couldn't win a Test series in India.</p>

<p>"We are playing the No.1 team, India, in their backyard. And history would show we haven't won a Test match here since 1994 and if you look at the players who came through West Indies cricket - I think Brian Lara and these greats have been playing all that time."</p>

<p>He, however, demanded that efforts should be made to popularise Test cricket among youngsters.</p>

<p>With captain Holder and pacer Kemar Roach up for selection, West Indies hope to put up a better show in the second and final test in Hyderabad tomorrow.&nbsp;</p>


Ahead of the second Test match, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said his men will not get complacent when they take on Windies in Hyderabad, tomorrow. city.

Ahead of the second Test match, Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday said his men will not get complacent when they take on Windies in Hyderabad, tomorrow. city. India beat Jason Holder's side inside three days to record their biggest victory - by an innings and 272 runs. "West Indies will come hard at us and we just simply have to be at the top of our game," Kohli said after the team's practice session. When asked to comment on the performance and expectations from Prithvi Shaw, Kohli asked everyone to give some space to the young batting sensation. "I don't think he should be rushed into anything yet because you need to give a youngster a space to grow, in his own abilities. This guy is supremely talented and he has got great ability as everyone saw." "We definitely think he (Shaw) has it in him to play at the highest level and he can repeat what he did in the first game. He is a very keen learner, a sharp guy. He understands situations well. We are all very happy for him," he concluded. The right-handed batsman further said that exposure to Indian Premier League (IPL) helped youngsters in his team prepare for their Test debuts and come out into the field fearlessly. After the first game loss, skipper Holder took a dig at the critics stated that even Caribbean team of the 90’s that included legendary Brian Lara, couldn't win a Test series in India. "We are playing the No.1 team, India, in their backyard. And history would show we haven't won a Test match here since 1994 and if you look at the players who came through West Indies cricket - I think Brian Lara and these greats have been playing all that time." He, however, demanded that efforts should be made to popularise Test cricket among youngsters. With captain Holder and pacer Kemar Roach up for selection, West Indies hope to put up a better show in the second and final test in Hyderabad tomorrow.

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