West Indies' Historic ODI Win in New Chandigarh

WicketPulse · 2026-10-03 · Original automated news brief

West Indies secured a landmark win by chasing 352 in New Chandigarh, surpassing their previous best of 331/5 against Ireland in 2019. Shai Hope's 162 not out was the highest score by a West Indies batter in a successful ODI run-chase, breaking a 33-year-old record. The innings also made Hope the first wicketkeeper-captain to score over 150 runs in an ODI.

The win concluded the ODI leg of West Indies' India tour, highlighting Hope's pivotal role. His performance eclipsed Brian Lara's 153 against Pakistan in 1993, setting a new national benchmark. The team's achievement underscores a significant milestone in their ODI history.

Based on verified source reporting. Source: ICC ↗ · Source published 2026-10-03