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Shai Hope’s Century Powers West Indies to Record Chase, Stuns India in Ranchi
✍️ India Today
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 01:31 AM
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West Indies, led by Shai Hope’s maiden hundred, completed a record chase to defeat India at Ranchi, leaving the hosts stunned.
In a One Day International at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi, the West Indies pulled off a historic win against India. The match drew a large crowd, keen to see how the two sides would fare on a sub‑continental pitch.
Shai Hope anchored the West Indian innings with a composed century, his first in international cricket. His knock blended aggression with restraint, allowing the chase to build steadily while keeping the required run rate in check.
The innings culminated in a record chase for the visitors, a milestone that left the Indian side visibly stunned. Post‑match, commentators highlighted the significance of Hope’s performance and the West Indies’ disciplined approach in achieving the target.
Shai Hope anchored the West Indian innings with a composed century, his first in international cricket. His knock blended aggression with restraint, allowing the chase to build steadily while keeping the required run rate in check.
The innings culminated in a record chase for the visitors, a milestone that left the Indian side visibly stunned. Post‑match, commentators highlighted the significance of Hope’s performance and the West Indies’ disciplined approach in achieving the target.