The West Indies cricket team stunned India in the second ODI, handing them a reality check and winning the match by six wickets. The Men in Blue had a promising start with Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill adding 90 runs for the opening wicket. However, India soon witnessed a collapse, getting bundled out for 181 in 40.5 overs. West Indies effortlessly completed the run chase in 36.4 overs and now eyes a series upset as we head into the third ODI.
Hardik Pandya captained the team in the second ODI, but with a series win in mind, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could mark their return as the most experienced figures in the team. India’s batting has been underwhelming in this format throughout the year, and they desperately need their fortunes to change as they head to Trinidad.
On the other hand, the West Indies’ bowlers showcased their skills in the previous match, and captain Shai Hope guided them to a comfortable chase. Hope has been impressing everyone with his fantastic batting at number 4. After narrowly missing out on the World Cup, the Windies are determined to give their fans a memorable series win over one of international cricket’s biggest teams.
The third ODI between India and West Indies is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, August 1, at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad. The match will start at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss happening at 6:30 PM. Viewers can catch the live action on Doordarshan Sports (DD Sports) channel. For online streaming, the JioCinema app and website will provide the live coverage. Additionally, stay tuned to hindustantimes.com for all the latest updates.
In conclusion, India will be aiming to bounce back and level the series, while West Indies will be looking to continue their winning momentum and potentially secure an upset series victory over the favored Indian side. The clash between two cricketing powerhouses promises to be an exciting encounter filled with intense competition and thrilling performances.