IND vs WI: Fans go wild as Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo smash stunning centuries in 2nd ODI

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The second ODI between India and West Indies at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati produced a remarkable batting display, with the visitors making history through an extraordinary century spree. After John Campbell provided the initial impetus with a blistering hundred, captain Shai Hope and Amir Jangoo followed him to three figures, giving the West Indies three centurions in the same ODI innings.

The unprecedented feat underlined the dominance of the West Indies batting lineup, with each of the three batters making a significant contribution. While Campbell established the platform, Hope brought control and experience before Jangoo added an explosive finish to the innings.

Shai Hope reaches another milestone with 20th ODI century

Hope once again demonstrated why he has been such a dependable figure in West Indies’ ODI batting lineup. The captain combined composure with timely acceleration to register his 20th ODI century, adding another significant achievement to his international career.

The landmark also placed Hope in an exclusive West Indies group. He became only the second player from the Caribbean side to score 20 ODI centuries, joining former captain and legendary opener Chris Gayle.

Hope’s approach was markedly different from the aggression displayed by the batters around him. While Campbell had attacked the Indian bowling earlier in the innings, Hope provided stability and ensured that the momentum was maintained. His century served as the backbone of a record-breaking batting effort, allowing the West Indies to build an imposing total while maintaining control of the innings.

Amir Jangoo delivers 2nd ODI century

If Hope provided the experience, Amir Jangoo supplied the aggression. The left-hander produced a breakthrough performance under pressure, smashing his second ODI century with a fearless approach against the Indian bowling attack. Jangoo raced to 111 from only 73 deliveries, striking at a rate of more than 152. His innings featured 13 boundaries and three sixes, reflecting the attacking intent that defined his stay at the crease.

The batter was particularly destructive during the middle overs, taking on India’s spinners and preventing them from settling into a rhythm. His ability to find boundaries regularly ensured that the West Indies continued to score at a rapid rate even after Hope had consolidated the innings.

For Jangoo, the hundred marked an important personal milestone and provided a major contribution to an already extraordinary team performance.

West Indies create ODI history in Guwahati

The combined efforts of Campbell, Hope and Jangoo resulted in a historic achievement for the West Indies. Having three batters score centuries in the same ODI innings made the Caribbean side the first team in ODI history to accomplish the feat.

Campbell had earlier laid the foundation with his blistering century before Hope and Jangoo carried the innings forward in contrasting styles. Hope’s experience and Jangoo’s attacking strokeplay complemented each other as the West Indies maintained their momentum.

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