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Live Score
Match: West Indies vs India, 3rd ODI
Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
Date: August 15, 2026
Toss: West Indies elected to bat first
Current Batsmen
Jason Holder – 45 runs (32 balls)
4×4, 2×6, SR: 140.62
Roston Chase – 12 runs (18 balls)
1×4, SR: 66.67
Current Bowler
Jasprit Bumrah – 8-1-35-2
Match Highlights
Brilliant Century by Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill scores his 8th ODI century with 112 runs off 95 balls
Bumrah’s Magical Spell
Jasprit Bumrah takes 3 wickets in 4 overs to derail West Indies’ batting
Holder’s Power-Hitting Finish
Jason Holder smashes 45 runs off just 32 balls to take West Indies to a competitive total
Match Analysis
Key Tactics
India’s strategy of playing two spinners on a turning pitch paid dividends as Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal combined for 5 wickets. West Indies opted for an aggressive approach in the powerplay, which backfired as they lost 3 wickets in the first 10 overs.
Player Focus
Shubman Gill’s century was the cornerstone of India’s chase, displaying impeccable timing and placement. For West Indies, Jason Holder’s late blitz provided the much-needed acceleration, but it came too late to make a significant impact on the game’s outcome.
Turning Points
The dismissal of Nicholas Pooran for 42 in the 28th over was a crucial turning point, as West Indies lost momentum at a critical stage. India’s decision to promote Hardik Pandya up the order in the chase proved masterful, as he scored a quickfire 35 off 22 balls to maintain the required run rate.
Performance Metrics
India’s fielding was exceptional, saving at least 15-20 runs through sharp stops and direct hits. West Indies’ death bowling was a concern, with their pacers conceding over 60 runs in the last 5 overs. The pitch offered assistance to spinners from the 15th over onwards, making shot selection crucial.
Series Implications
With this victory, India takes a 2-1 lead in the 5-match series. The win boosts India’s confidence ahead of the upcoming World Cup, while West Indies will need to regroup quickly to stay alive in the series. The next match at the same venue could be a series-defining encounter.
Head-to-Head Statistics
| Statistic | West Indies | India | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 165 | 165 | – |
| Matches Won | 63 | 98 | India leads |
| Matches Lost | 98 | 63 | – |
| No Result/Tied | 4 | 4 | – |
| Highest Team Score | 330/8 | 379/5 | India |
| Lowest Team Score | 112 all out | 115 all out | West Indies |
| Highest Individual Score | 189 (Chris Gayle) | 183 (Virender Sehwag) | West Indies |
| Best Bowling Figures | 6/27 (Andy Roberts) | 6/21 (Anil Kumble) | India |
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Fantasy Cricket Picks
Top fantasy cricket picks for West Indies vs India match based on current form, pitch conditions, and head-to-head records.
Shubman Gill
Batsman (India)
Jason Holder
All-rounder (WI)
Jasprit Bumrah
Bowler (India)
Nicholas Pooran
Batsman (WI)
Hardik Pandya
All-rounder (India)
Alzarri Joseph
Bowler (WI)
