India’s Bid for Full WTC Points Dampened by Rain in Second Test
The fifth day of the second and final Test between India and the West Indies ended in disappointment as heavy rain forced the match to be abandoned in Port of Spain, Trinidad. The downpour put a damper on India’s hopes of securing a 2-0 whitewash and claiming full World Test Championship (WTC) points.
With India needing just eight wickets on the final day to secure victory, and West Indies requiring 289 runs to chase down the target of 365, the rain-enforced draw meant that both teams were awarded four points each according to the WTC rules.
The result saw India slip to No.2 on the points table, with Pakistan taking the top spot. The Indian team’s disappointment was evident on social media, where fans expressed their frustration at missing out on the chance to gain eight valuable points.
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, speaking at the post-match presentation, acknowledged the challenges of batting last in a Test match and how they had planned to set a challenging total for the West Indies to chase. Sadly, the rain had the final say, and the match ended without any play on the final day.
Following the conclusion of the Test series, India and the West Indies will now shift their focus to a three-match ODI series. The first ODI is slated to take place on Thursday, July 27 at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.
It remains to be seen how the Indian team will regroup after the disappointment of the washed-out Test match. With the ODI series providing a fresh start, both teams will be eager to make a strong impression and vie for victory.
The rain might have denied India the chance to secure full WTC points, but it has also added a twist to the ongoing battle for supremacy in international cricket. With several teams vying for the top position in the WTC, every point counts, and the upcoming ODI series will present another opportunity for teams to strengthen their position.
As fans eagerly await the ODI series, there is renewed excitement and anticipation surrounding India’s performance and their quest for redemption after the rain-soaked Test.
