Shubman Gill hits record 223 as India chase down 405 against West Indies

Match Highlights

Shubman Gill scored his highest-ever one-day score by hitting 223 runs to help India beat the West Indies by eight wickets in Guwahati. Gill became only the second player in one-day history to score multiple double hundreds, joining his former captain Rohit Sharma. He reached his double century in 117 balls, making it the fastest double ton ever in this format. This score is also the highest ever made by a captain in one-day internationals, and it marked India's highest successful run chase while sealing a 2-0 series lead with one game left.

The Record Chase

Chasing a target of 405, Gill and Rohit opened the innings strongly. Rohit scored his 35th one-day century before getting out for 101 runs. Virat Kohli came in next but was out for 29 runs after a failed ramp shot. Gill then teamed up with Ruturaj Gaikwad to safely guide India to victory.

West Indies Innings

Earlier in the match, West Indies posted their highest-ever one-day total of 405 for seven wickets on a flat pitch at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. John Campbell scored 101 runs from 68 balls with five sixes and nine fours. Captain Shai Hope added 104 runs from 94 balls, hitting eight fours and three sixes. Amir Jangoo also scored 114 runs from 77 balls with 13 fours and three sixes. For India, bowler Kuldeep Yadav took two wickets for 65 runs.

Context

High-scoring one-day cricket matches on flat pitches often put huge pressure on the team chasing the target. Reaching a total above 400 requires strong opening partnerships and steady batting through the middle overs. Record-breaking individual knocks like this one highlight how modern batting strategies continue to push limits in limited-overs cricket.