Guwahati etched its name into the record books on Wednesday as the West Indies registered their highest-ever ODI total, piling up a massive 405/7 against India in the second One-Day International at the ACA Cricket Stadium in Barsapara.
The Caribbean side eclipsed the previous highest ODI score recorded in Guwahati, surpassing India’s 373/7 against Sri Lanka on January 10, 2023. India were yet to begin their chase at the time of writing.
West Indies’ remarkable total was built on three brilliant centuries. Opener John Campbell provided an explosive start, smashing 101 runs off just 68 balls, laced with nine fours and five sixes. Captain Shai Hope anchored the innings with a composed 104 off 94 deliveries, including eight boundaries and three sixes.
The late charge came from Amir Jangoo, who produced a scintillating unbeaten 114 off 77 balls, striking 13 fours and three sixes. The trio’s centuries powered the visitors to a record-breaking score on a batting-friendly surface at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium.
Despite the onslaught, India’s Kuldeep Yadav was the most successful bowler, returning figures of 2/65 from his allotted overs.
Brief Scores: West Indies 405/7 in 50 overs (John Campbell 101, Shai Hope 104, Amir Jangoo 114; Kuldeep Yadav 2/65) vs India.
