India vs West Indies 3rd ODI Highlights: India beat West Indies by 200 runs, win series 2-1

In the 3rd ODI encounter between India and West Indies, India displayed their prowess by achieving a score of 351/5. This commanding performance enabled them to secure a decisive victory, prevailing over West Indies with a resounding margin of 200 runs. This triumph also culminated in India clinching the series 2-1. The match unfolded at Trinidad, underscoring India's prowess and strategic acumen in the realm of cricket.

India Vs West Indies 3rd ODI Match Overview 

• India secured a commanding victory in the 3rd ODI of India vs West Indies 2023 series, triumphing over West Indies by a substantial margin of 200 runs in Trinidad on Tuesday.
• This win solidified India's overall series triumph, culminating in a 2-1 scoreline in their favor.
• A collective and harmonious effort was witnessed by key players such as Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan, and Sanju Samson.
• India set a formidable total of 351/5 after opting to bat first, with Shubman Gill's well-executed innings of 85 off 92 balls serving as a foundation.
• Gill's partnership with Ishan Kishan resulted in a robust opening stand of 143 runs, with Kishan contributing a composed 77 off 64 deliveries.
• Another crucial partnership emerged between Gill and Sanju Samson, accumulating 69 runs, with Samson achieving a significant half-century before departing.
• Mukesh Kumar shone in the bowling department, dismantling the West Indies' top order and concluding with clinical figures of 3/30 from seven overs.
• Shardul Thakur's proficiency yielded four pivotal wickets, conceding 37 runs in a 6.3-over spell.
• Kuldeep Yadav made a valuable contribution with two wickets, while Jaydev Unadkat, marking his return to ODIs after nearly a decade, secured one wicket.
• Noteworthy was Hardik Pandya's impactful performance, culminating in a spirited 70 runs off 52 balls, further solidifying India's position before the innings concluded.
• India's resounding victory in the 3rd ODI underscored a blend of individual brilliance and team cohesion, highlighting their dominance on the cricketing stage.

India Win By 200 Runs 

Shardul Thakur's precision dismantles the West Indies' resistance, claiming the ultimate wicket as Jayden Seales departs after contributing 1 run from 9 deliveries. The West Indies' innings culminate at 151 runs within 35.3 overs. This victory sees India securing a dominant 200-run lead, substantiating their series triumph with a resounding 2-1 scoreline.

India VS West Indies, India’s Full Squad 3rd ODI 

Ishan Kishan(w),  Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson,  Shardul Thakur,  Mukesh Kumar, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav, Umran Malik, Jaydev Unadkat, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja,

India VS West Indies, West Indies Full Squad 3rd ODI

Brandon King,  Shai Hope(w/c), Kyle Mayers, Alick Athanaze, Shimron Hetmyer,  Yannic Cariah, Keacy Carty, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Kevin Sinclair, Dominic Drakes, Rovman Powell, Oshane Thomas, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales

India VS West Indies ODI History 

• In 1979, the inaugural One Day International (ODI) between India and West Indies took place during the World Cup, where West Indies secured a dominant nine-wicket victory.
• India's first victory against West Indies came on March 29, 1983, in the second match of a three-game series. However, India lost the series 2-1 in the Caribbean.
• During the 1983 World Cup, the teams met thrice, with India winning two matches. The second win is considered a pivotal moment in cricket history.
• India's success dwindled, achieving only three victories against West Indies in the subsequent 26 matches of the following decade.
• The next decade saw a balance in encounters between the two teams.
• The 21st century brought about a significant shift, witnessing West Indies' decline in limited-overs cricket and India's emergence as a dominant force, especially since the early 2000s.
• Notably, since 2006, West Indies have been unable to secure a bilateral ODI series victory against India, both at home and away.

India VS West Indies 3rd ODI, India’s Playing 11

Ishan Kishan(w),  Sanju Samson, Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur,  Jaydev Unadkat, Kuldeep Yadav, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya(c), Mukesh Kumar

India VS West Indies 3rd ODI, West Indies Playing 11

Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Kyle Mayers, Alick Athanaze,  Romario Shepherd,  Shimron Hetmyer, Keacy Carty, Yannic Cariah,  Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie.

50 Run Opening Partnership By Ishan and Gill

In the ongoing clash between India and West Indies, Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill showcase their prowess by registering individual boundaries off Kyle Mayers. This collective effort not only fortifies their innings but also marks the attainment of a noteworthy 50-run opening partnership.

As the scoreboard reflects, India's total stands at 52/0 after eight overs of strategic play.

Shubam Gill 50 

Yannic Cariah assumes the bowling mantle and, after three deliveries yielding no runs, Shubman Gill employs a sweeping stroke to elegantly dispatch the ball to the boundary, successfully achieving his well-earned half-century. This notable achievement materializes over a span of 51 deliveries, underscoring Gill's steadfast approach and skillful execution.

Gill Unable to Hit Century 

Yannic Cariah maintains a stringent line of attack, conceding a mere four runs during the over.

Concurrently, Gudakesh Motie's persistence is met with success as Shubman Gill's shot, played straight, finds Yannic Cariah stationed at short mid-wicket. Gill departs after a commendable innings of 85 runs from 92 deliveries. This development situates India's score at 244/4 after 38.4 overs.

Conclusion

In the 3rd ODI between India and West Indies, India's dominant score of 351/5 led to a resounding 200-run victory, sealing the series 2-1