IND vs WI: Team India made history once again by matching a world record for the most consecutive Test series wins against a single opponent. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, India secured a solid seven-wicket victory over Roston Chase’s West Indies in the second Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday, October 14.
IND vs WI: Confident Chase Seals The Historic Win
Chasing a target of 121 runs, KL Rahul played a calm and composed knock, staying unbeaten on 58 from 108 balls. His innings included six fours and two sixes. He built a strong 79-run partnership for the second wicket with Sai Sudharsan, who contributed a handy 39 runs.
The match went into the fifth day thanks to some determined batting by the West Indies. But once play resumed on Tuesday morning, India wasted no time in wrapping up the chase within an hour.
India Equals South Africa’s Dominance Over a Single Opponent
This victory marked India’s 10th straight Test series win over the West Indies, a streak that began in 2000. With this, they’ve now equaled South Africa’s record of 10 consecutive series wins over the same team, which the Proteas achieved against the West Indies from 1998 to 2024.
India also continued their stronghold over the West Indies in Tests, extending their unbeaten streak to 27 matches. At home, the dominance has been even clearer, with West Indies losing all of their last six Test matches on Indian soil.
Most Consecutive Test Series Wins Against One Team:
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10 – India vs West Indies (2000–2025)
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10 – South Africa vs West Indies (1998–2024)
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9 – Australia vs West Indies (2000–2022)
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8 – Australia vs England (1989–2003)
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8 – Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe (1996–2020)
Longest Unbeaten Test Runs Against a Team:
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47 – England vs New Zealand (1930–1975)
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30 – England vs Pakistan (1961–1982)
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29 – West Indies vs England (1976–1988)
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27 – India vs West Indies (2002–2025)
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24 – Australia vs South Africa (1911–1952)
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24 – West Indies vs India (1948–1971)
First Five-Day Test Between India and West Indies Since 2011:
One interesting stat from the match: this was the first India vs West Indies Test to stretch into Day 5 since 2011. Even though the final chase was brief, the West Indies batters showed real grit throughout the game, which added to the drama.
This 2-0 series sweep was a special one for Shubman Gill, who captained India for the first time in a home Test series. The team clicked beautifully, with both batters and bowlers stepping up when needed.
All-Round Effort Powers India to Series Win:
India’s bowlers did a remarkable job, taking all 40 West Indies wickets across both Tests. They stuck to their plans on slower pitches, with both the pacers and spinners playing crucial roles. The batting unit also fired consistently, producing five centuries over the two matches.
With this series win, India also gave their World Test Championship (2025–27) campaign a solid boost.
Big First Innings Set the Tone:
In the second Test, India laid down the marker early, racking up a massive 518/5 before declaring. In reply, the West Indies were bowled out for just 248, giving India a huge 270-run first-innings lead. Gill didn’t hesitate to enforce the follow-on.
The visitors, though, fought back strongly in their second innings. John Campbell scored a gritty 115, and Shai Hope added another century with 103. Justine Graves chipped in with 50, and Jayden Seales held on for a valuable 32 during a 79-run stand for the final wicket.
But after lunch on Day 4, India’s bowlers bounced back sharply. They triggered a dramatic collapse, dismissing the West Indies for 390 despite the visitors being comfortably placed at 271/3 earlier in the innings.
IND vs WI: A Series to Remember
India’s 2-0 win wasn’t just about numbers and records. It was a display of team unity, smart leadership from a young captain, and a reminder of India’s growing strength in Test cricket. With every series, the team continues to raise the bar, and this latest triumph against the West Indies is another step forward on that journey.
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