India vs West Indies 2nd Test Match Report West Indies Tour of India 2023

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India vs West Indies 2nd Test Match Report West Indies Tour of India 2023

India secured a dominant victory over the West Indies in the 2nd Test match, completing a successful series with a 2-0 win. The match took place during the West Indies’ tour of India in 2023.

Match Summary: India vs West Indies 2nd Test

India declared their first innings at 518 for 5 before bowling out the West Indies for 248 and 390 in their two innings. India chased down a target of 121 runs on the final day, finishing at 124 for 3.

Key Performers

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal: Scored 175 runs, contributing significantly to India’s first-innings total.
  • Shubman Gill: Added 129 runs, providing a strong opening partnership.
  • Sai Sudharsan: Contributed 87 runs in the first innings before being dismissed early in the second innings.
  • K.L. Rahul: Finished unbeaten with 58 runs in the final innings, anchoring the successful chase.
  • Kuldeep Yadav: Led the bowling attack, claiming 12 wickets across both innings, including 5 for 82 in the first innings.

Match Details

The match saw India needing just over an hour on the final day to secure the win. Although they lost two wickets in the process, India comfortably reached their target in 200 overs bowled consecutively across the match.

On the final day, India began with 58 runs required for victory. Sudharsan was dismissed early, caught in slips by Shai Hope, while Gill fell shortly after trying to accelerate the scoring. However, Rahul maintained his composure, hitting two sixes that bolstered the team’s run chase.

Additional Statistics

  • India’s Innings: 518 & 124 for 3
  • West Indies’ Innings: 248 & 390
  • Winning Margin: India won by 7 wickets
  • Test Match Win Count: This victory marks India’s 122nd Test win, surpassing South Africa to rank third on the all-time list.
  • World Test Championship Points: India now holds 61.9% points, positioned at No. 3 on the table.

This victory also marked captain Shubman Gill’s first series win, following a drawn series during the tour of England. India has now achieved ten consecutive victories against the West Indies, showcasing their dominance in the format.