The second match of the India versus West Indies series was a Paradise for the batsmen, as it was a high-scoring match. Over 800 runs were scored in the game, and the Indian team chased down the massive target comfortably with the power of the century of Rohit Sharma and the double century of the captain of the side. So let’s get into the article to check out the highlighting moments of the game – Shubman Gill.
Highlighting moments of the match between India versus West Indies
India won the toss and elected to field first and the good condition of the pitch was utilised perfectly by the players of West Indies. John Campbell, Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo all contributed hundreds as West Indies posted a massive target of 405/7 in 50 overs. It is worth mentioning that the opener Campbell slammed a 65-ball century, registering the fastest ODI hundred by a West Indies player against India.
On the other hand, the captain of West Indies Hope made 104 off 94, while Jangoo smashed his ton in only 70 balls, making 114 off 77. Gurnoor Brar, Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja took two wickets each and it is worth mentioning that Kuldeep Yadav completed 200 career ODI wickets.
In the reply, the opening players of India – Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma provided a dream start. Shubman Gill smashed a sensational 223 and remained unbeaten and India achieved their highest successful ODI run chase. India successfully completed the run case in just 43.3 overs.
Having said that, Gill smashed the fastest double century in ODI history, as he registered the double century in just 117 balls. He also slammed the fastest hundred by an Indian captain and registered the highest score by an Indian in a run chase. Rohit Sharma has also put in an incredible performance as he smashed a 72-ball hundred and ultimately got out for 101. Rohit Sharma made a strong statement in the form of his celebration after completing the century.
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