Shubman Gill produced a record breaking double century as India chased down 406 to beat West Indies by eight wickets in the second ODI in Guwahati on Wednesday.
Gill remained unbeaten on a career best 223 as India completed their highest successful chase in ODI cricket. The victory also gave the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match series.
West Indies had earlier posted 405 for seven at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. It was their highest ODI total and the first time they had crossed 400 in the format.
John Campbell, Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo all struck centuries. Campbell made 101 from 68 balls, while captain Hope scored 104 from 94. Jangoo then added 114 from 77 deliveries.
Kuldeep Yadav was India’s most successful bowler with two wickets for 65 runs.
India faced a huge task, but Gill and Rohit Sharma quickly took control of the chase. Their opening partnership put West Indies under pressure and kept the required rate within reach.
Rohit scored 101 to register his 35th ODI century. Virat Kohli made 29 after Rohit’s departure.
Gill, however, continued to dominate. The India captain reached his double century from only 117 balls, the fastest double hundred in ODI history. He became only the second batter after Rohit to score multiple double centuries in the format.
His unbeaten 223 was also the highest individual score by a captain in ODI cricket. Ruturaj Gaikwad joined Gill towards the end as India completed the record chase with eight wickets in hand.
The result capped a remarkable night in Guwahati, with West Indies recording their first 400 plus ODI total only to see India chase it down and seal the series.
