India defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Chasing 296 for victory, India reached 300/2 in 41.4 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
Virat Kohli produced an unbeaten 139 from 88 balls, while India captain Shubman Gill scored 110 from 108 deliveries. The pair played a major role in India's comfortable run chase.
Earlier, West Indies posted 295/7 in their 50 overs, with Justin Greaves scoring a century. India's Kuldeep Yadav then produced the best bowling performance of the match, taking 4/40 from his 10 overs.
India vs West Indies 1st ODI: Match Result
Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
295/7 | 50 overs | — | |
India | 300/2 | 41.4 overs | Won by 8 wickets |
India won the toss and elected to bowl first.
West Indies reached 295/7 from their 50 overs, but India's top order responded strongly during the chase and reached the target with 50 balls remaining.
West Indies Scorecard
West Indies made 295/7 in their allotted 50 overs.
Justin Greaves led the scoring with 101 from 108 balls, while John Campbell contributed 62. Amir Jangoo provided a late boost with an unbeaten 58 from 43 balls.
Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
John Campbell | 62 | 60 |
Justin Greaves | 101 | 108 |
Keacy Carty | 13 | 31 |
Shai Hope | 12 | 11 |
Amir Jangoo* | 58 | 43 |
Jewel Andrew | 0 | 1 |
Roston Chase | 24 | 32 |
Matthew Forde | 7 | 12 |
Gudakesh Motie* | 4 | 4 |
Total | 295/7 | 50 overs |
Kuldeep Yadav Takes Four Wickets
Kuldeep Yadav was India's leading bowler, finishing with figures of 4/40 from 10 overs.
The spinner dismissed John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope and Jewel Andrew during the West Indies innings.
Prasidh Krishna claimed two wickets, while Nitish Kumar Reddy took one wicket.
Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
Kuldeep Yadav | 10 | 40 | 4 |
Prasidh Krishna | 10 | 60 | 2 |
Nitish Kumar Reddy | 5 | 45 | 1 |
Gurnoor Brar | 10 | 60 | 0 |
Ravindra Jadeja | 10 | 54 | 0 |
Naman Dhir | 5 | 33 | 0 |
India Chase 296 in 41.4 Overs
India's chase was built around centuries from Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli.
Gill scored 110 from 108 balls, while Kohli remained unbeaten on 139 from just 88 deliveries.
Rohit Sharma contributed 32 from 35 balls before his dismissal, while Ruturaj Gaikwad finished the chase unbeaten on 13.
Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
Rohit Sharma | 32 | 35 |
Shubman Gill | 110 | 108 |
139 | 88 | |
Ruturaj Gaikwad* | 13 | 19 |
Total | 300/2 | 41.4 overs |
Virat Kohli's Record-Breaking Knock
Virat Kohli was the standout batter during India's successful chase.
The former India captain smashed an unbeaten 139 from 88 balls, helping India reach the target comfortably.
Kohli's innings included 10 fours and nine sixes. He also crossed the 15,000-run milestone in ODI cricket during his innings, adding another significant achievement to his international career.
His aggressive strokeplay accelerated India's chase after the dismissal of Shubman Gill and ensured India remained comfortably ahead of the required run rate.
Shubman Gill Hits Century
India captain Shubman Gill also reached three figures in the opening ODI.
Gill scored 110 from 108 deliveries, including 13 fours and one six.
His partnership with Kohli provided the foundation for India's successful chase. Gill eventually fell after completing his century, but Kohli continued to attack and finished the match alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad.
The century was another significant contribution from Gill as he continued his role at the top of India's ODI batting order.
India vs West Indies 1st ODI: Key Performers
Player of the Match: Kuldeep Yadav — 4/40
Top scorer for India: Virat Kohli — 139*
India captain: Shubman Gill — 110
Top scorer for West Indies: Justin Greaves — 101
Best bowling figures: Kuldeep Yadav — 4/40
Best West Indies support: John Campbell — 62
India vs West Indies 1st ODI: Highlights
India won by eight wickets.
West Indies scored 295/7 in 50 overs.
Justin Greaves scored 101.
John Campbell made 62.
Amir Jangoo remained unbeaten on 58.
Kuldeep Yadav took 4/40.
India scored 300/2 in 41.4 overs.
Shubman Gill scored 110.
Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 139.
Kohli crossed the 15,000-run mark in ODI cricket.
India took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
India vs West Indies ODI Series: What Next?
India's eight-wicket victory gives them a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
The focus now shifts to the second ODI, where West Indies will look to level the series and India will aim to build on their strong opening performance.
The second match will provide another opportunity for both teams to assess their combinations ahead of the remainder of the series.
India vs West Indies 1st ODI Match Details
Match: India vs West Indies, 1st ODI
Series: West Indies Tour of India 2026
Date: September 27, 2026
Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
Toss: India won and elected to bowl
West Indies: 295/7 (50 overs)
India: 300/2 (41.4 overs)
Result: India won by 8 wickets
Player of the Match: Kuldeep Yadav — 4/40
Series: India lead 1-0
Final Takeaway
India produced a commanding performance in the opening ODI against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram.
After restricting West Indies to 295/7, India's top order made the chase look comfortable. Shubman Gill scored 110, while Virat Kohli's unbeaten 139 guided India to 300/2 in just 41.4 overs.
Kuldeep Yadav was equally important with the ball, taking four wickets to lead India's bowling attack.
The victory gives India a 1-0 advantage in the three-match series, with the second ODI now set to become the next focus for both teams.
