India Pull Off Record 406-Run Chase as Shubman Gill Hits 223* and Rohit Sharma Scores 101
India defeated West Indies by 8 wickets in the 2nd ODI in Guwahati, chasing 406 in 43.3 overs as Shubman Gill smashed 223* and Rohit Sharma scored 101.
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???? India Complete Record 406-Run Chase Against West Indies
India produced a sensational batting performance in the second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati, chasing down a massive target of 406 runs in just 43.3 overs to win by eight wickets.
West Indies posted 405/7 in 50 overs after centuries from John Campbell (101), Shai Hope (104) and Amir Jangoo (114). Their total put India under pressure with a challenging target of 406 runs.
India, however, responded in spectacular fashion. Captain Shubman Gill remained unbeaten on 223, smashing his second ODI double century. Gill's innings included 26 fours and eight sixes, as he dominated the West Indies bowling attack throughout the chase.
Gill also reached his double century in 117 balls, setting a new record for the fastest double century in men's ODI cricket.
At the other end, Rohit Sharma scored 101 runs from 75 balls, registering his 35th ODI century. Rohit and Gill put together a massive 255-run opening partnership, giving India a commanding start.
India eventually reached 406/2 in 43.3 overs, completing their highest successful run chase in men's ODI cricket.
The victory also gave India an unassailable 2–0 lead in the three-match ODI series, securing the series with one match still to play.
Match Score
???? West Indies: 405/7 (50 overs)
???? India: 406/2 (43.3 overs)
India won by 8 wickets and secured the ODI series 2–0.
