In a thrilling display of cricket, India dominated the West Indies to secure a series victory, with Shubman Gill shining as the new captain. But this series wasn't without its twists and turns!
Day 5 Drama: On the final day in Delhi, India's top order delivered a clinical performance. Opener KL Rahul's 58* guided India to a comfortable seven-wicket win, ensuring Shubman Gill's captaincy debut ended on a high note. This result maintained India's third position in the World Test Championship, hot on the heels of Australia and Sri Lanka.
Centurion Heroes: The foundation for this victory was laid in the first innings, where Yashasvi Jaiswal's 175 and Gill's unbeaten 129 set the tone. Despite the West Indies' spirited response in their second innings, the target was always within India's grasp.
Windies' Resilience: The visitors didn't go down without a fight. John Campbell and Shai Hope's centuries gave the West Indies a glimmer of hope, but it wasn't enough. Mohammed Siraj's bowling spell triggered a middle-order collapse, and despite Jayden Seales' late resistance, India's victory was inevitable.
Series Wrap-up: India's comprehensive win sets the stage for an exciting white-ball tour of Australia, followed by a home series against South Africa. Meanwhile, the West Indies will look to bounce back in New Zealand, aiming to climb up from their sixth position in the WTC standings, which is partly due to their incomplete Test cycle.
And here's a thought: Could this series be a turning point for India's new leadership under Gill? Will the West Indies' middle-order woes continue in New Zealand? Share your predictions and opinions in the comments below!
