In a display of ruthless efficiency, India didn’t just beat the West Indies—they dismantled them. Thanks to a devastating spell from Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj, the hosts folded in just three days as India wrapped up a commanding innings-and-141-run victory shortly after lunch on Day 3 .
A Masterclass in Pace and Spin
After declaring their first innings overnight at a mammoth 438/6, India’s bowlers needed no second invitation. Jadeja, with his trademark accuracy and subtle turn, ripped through the middle order, while Siraj brought fire and bounce from the other end, leaving the Caribbean batters shell-shocked.
The result? West Indies were bowled out for just 197 in their second innings—following a paltry 99 in the first—handing India one of their most dominant Test wins in recent memory.
Key Moments That Broke the Game
- Overnight declaration: Rohit Sharma’s bold call to declare at 438/6 gave his bowlers maximum time to attack.
- Jadeja’s 5-wicket haul: The all-rounder finished with match figures of 8/72, proving once again why he’s India’s Test MVP.
- Siraj’s opening burst: Two early wickets on Day 3 set the tone for total collapse.
- West Indies’ batting frailty: Combined team total of just 296 across two innings—less than India’s first-innings score alone.
By the Numbers: India’s Dominance in This Test
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | Total Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 438/6d | — | 438 |
| West Indies | 99 | 197 | 296 |
India won by an innings and 141 runs—finishing the match in just 2 days and a session. It’s their biggest victory margin against the West Indies in the Caribbean since 2011.
What This Means for the Series
With this win, India take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series and are now just one step away from reclaiming the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy on West Indian soil—a feat they last achieved over a decade ago.
Captain Rohit Sharma praised his team’s all-round discipline: “From top to bottom, everyone executed their roles. That’s how you win Tests away from home.”
As for the West Indies? Questions will grow louder about their batting resilience and whether their golden generation of all-rounders can translate promise into performance against elite opposition.