India vs West Indies 2nd Test Day 5 Highlights: India sealed a decisive seven-wicket victory over the West Indies in the second Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, completing a dominant 2-0 series sweep.
India Clinch Series With Confident Chase
On Day 5, India sealed a dominant 2-0 series win. KL Rahul scored a composed 58 not out. Sai Sudharsan added 39 in a steady start. Consequently, India chased 121 with ease. Moreover, they lost only three wickets. Therefore, the victory felt inevitable from the morning session.
West Indies Show Fight But Fall Short
Earlier, West Indies batted with grit in their second innings. John Campbell smashed 115 off 199 balls. Shai Hope ended an eight-year century drought with 103. Additionally, Justin Greaves and Kemar Roach frustrated India with a 79-run last-wicket stand. However, their total of 390 still left India with a manageable target.
Indian Bowlers Deliver Under Pressure
Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav each claimed three wickets. Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, and Washington Sundar supported well. In fact, India bowled 118.5 overs in the second innings. Despite fatigue, they maintained discipline. As a result, they restricted West Indies just enough to set up the chase.
Rahul Anchors Chase With Class
KL Rahul resumed Day 5 on 25 not out. He rotated strike intelligently and punished loose balls. Soon after, he reached his 21st Test fifty. Furthermore, he hit six boundaries and two sixes. Thus, he ensured India never lost momentum during the chase.
Gill Falls Briefly But India Stay Calm
Captain Shubman Gill looked dangerous early. He smashed a six and a four in one over. Unfortunately, he holed out to mid-wicket soon after. Nevertheless, Rahul stayed calm. He partnered with Dhruv Jurel to finish the match smoothly.
Historic Dominance Continues Against WI
India have now beaten West Indies in 13 straight Tests. Their last loss to WI came way back in 2002. Hence, this win extends a 23-year unbeaten streak. Additionally, India earned 12 crucial points in the World Test Championship cycle.
Pitch Played Fair Despite Cracks
Experts noted the Arun Jaitley pitch remained batting-friendly. Deep Dasgupta called it “more abrasive than expected.” Still, orthodox batting succeeded. Campbell and Hope proved that patience paid off. Meanwhile, spinners found subtle turn from footmarks.
Series Win Boosts WTC Campaign
India missed the 2025 WTC Final after strong showings in 2021 and 2023. Now, they aim higher in the 2025–27 cycle. This clean sweep gives them early momentum. Also, it builds confidence ahead of tougher tours.
Young Guns Step Up Across Formats
From Tilak Varma in the Asia Cup to Sai Sudharsan in Tests, India’s youth shine. They blend aggression with maturity. Therefore, the team’s future looks bright. Moreover, this transition phase feels seamless and strong.
Final Whistle for a Commanding Performance
India wrapped up the match in just 35.1 overs. Fans celebrated a clinical all-round performance. Above all, the team displayed balance, depth, and composure. Ultimately, they reaffirmed their Test cricket supremacy in style.