--- title: "Virat Kohli 139*, Shubman Gill 110 Power India to 8-Wicket Win Over West Indies" url: https://whatsthescore.in/blog/virat-kohli-139-shubman-gill-110-power-india-to-8-wicket-win-over-west-indies author: "Arpan Ghosh" author_url: https://whatsthescore.in/author/arpan-ghosh author_title: "Senior Cricket Analyst, Historian & Former Cricketer" publisher: "What's The Score" category: "Cricket" type: news published: 2026-09-27T22:22:00+05:30 updated: 2026-09-30T06:51:01+05:30 reading_time_minutes: 6 tags: ["2027 World Cup", "cricket news", "Cricket Records", "IND vs WI", "India cricket", "India vs West Indies", "Justin Greaves", "Kuldeep Yadav", "ODI Cricket", "Rohit Sharma", "Shubman Gill", "Thiruvananthapuram", "Virat Kohli", "Virat Kohli 15000 Runs", "Virat Kohli Century", "West Indies Cricket"] license: "Quotation with attribution and a link is permitted. Full reproduction is not." canonical: https://whatsthescore.in/blog/virat-kohli-139-shubman-gill-110-power-india-to-8-wicket-win-over-west-indies --- # Virat Kohli 139*, Shubman Gill 110 Power India to 8-Wicket Win Over West Indies *Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 139 and Shubman Gill struck 110 as India chased West Indies' 295/7 with ease in Thiruvananthapuram. India reached 300/2 in 41.4 overs to win by eight wickets. Kohli also became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs.* By Arpan Ghosh · 27 September 2026 · 6 min read ## Key takeaways - India beat West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI at Thiruvananthapuram and took a 1-0 series lead. - West Indies made 295/7, before India reached 300/2 in 41.4 overs with 50 balls remaining. - Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 139 from 88 balls, featuring 10 fours and nine sixes. - Kohli completed his 55th ODI century and his 10th against West Indies. - Kohli became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs and the fastest men's batter to the landmark. - Shubman Gill scored 110 from 108 balls, registering his 10th ODI century. - Gill and Kohli shared a decisive 151-run second-wicket partnership. - Rohit Sharma contributed 32 during a 74-run opening partnership with Gill. **Virat Kohli produced another ODI chasing masterclass with an unbeaten 139, while captain Shubman Gill struck 110 as India defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, 2026.** Chasing a competitive 296 after West Indies posted 295/7, India reached **300/2 in just 41.4 overs**, completing the chase with 50 balls remaining and taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The match also produced a historic milestone for Kohli, who became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach **15,000 ODI runs**. ## India vs West Indies 1st ODI 2026: Match Summary | Match Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Match | India vs West Indies, 1st ODI | | Date | September 27, 2026 | | Venue | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram | | West Indies | 295/7 (50 overs) | | India | 300/2 (41.4 overs) | | Result | India won by 8 wickets | | Balls Remaining | 50 | | Series | India lead 1-0 | ## West Indies Make 295/7 After India Choose to Bowl India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first in Thiruvananthapuram, but West Indies responded with an impressive start. Openers **Justin Greaves and John Campbell** attacked India's pace bowlers and established a strong foundation for the visitors. The pair added **135 runs for the opening wicket** before Kuldeep Yadav provided India with the breakthrough. ## Justin Greaves Scores Maiden ODI Century Justin Greaves was the standout performer for West Indies, producing a composed **101 from 108 deliveries**. His innings included 12 boundaries and helped West Indies remain on course for a substantial total despite India's comeback during the middle overs. John Campbell provided excellent support at the other end, making **62 from 60 balls** with six fours and three sixes. ## Kuldeep Yadav Turns the Match Around With West Indies in control following their century opening partnership, India needed someone to break the momentum. **Kuldeep Yadav delivered exactly that.** The left-arm wrist-spinner dismissed Campbell before working his way through the West Indies batting order. Kuldeep eventually finished with outstanding figures of **4/40 from 10 overs**, preventing West Indies from fully capitalising on their excellent start. ## Amir Jangoo Provides West Indies Late Acceleration West Indies lost momentum during the middle overs, but **Amir Jangoo** ensured they still finished with a competitive total. Jangoo remained unbeaten on **58 from 43 balls**, hitting seven fours and one six. Roston Chase contributed 24 before being dismissed by Prasidh Krishna, who finished with two wickets. West Indies eventually closed their innings at **295/7 from 50 overs**. ## West Indies Batting Highlights | Batter | Runs | Balls | | --- | --- | --- | | Justin Greaves | 101 | 108 | | John Campbell | 62 | 60 | | Amir Jangoo | 58* | 43 | | Roston Chase | 24 | 32 | | Keacy Carty | 13 | 31 | | Shai Hope | 12 | 11 | ## India Need 296 to Win First ODI A target of 296 presented India with a significant chase, but the hosts started positively through **Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill**. The opening pair added **74 runs**, immediately putting India in a strong position. Rohit made 32 before Alzarri Joseph removed him, giving West Indies their first breakthrough. ## Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill Take Control Rohit's dismissal brought **Virat Kohli** to the crease, and what followed effectively decided the contest. Kohli and Gill combined experience, controlled aggression and excellent running between the wickets to ensure the required rate never became a problem. The pair added **151 runs for the second wicket**, taking India from 74/1 to 225/2. ## Shubman Gill Scores His 10th ODI Century Gill continued his outstanding ODI record with another century, reaching three figures in 96 deliveries. The India captain eventually scored **110 from 108 balls**, with 13 fours and one six. It was **Gill's 10th ODI hundred** and a crucial innings in India's successful chase. Roston Chase eventually dismissed Gill, but by that stage India were firmly in control. ## Virat Kohli Reaches 15,000 ODI Runs Kohli's innings carried enormous historical significance beyond the result of the match. During his knock, the former India captain became only the **second batter in ODI history to score 15,000 runs**. The only player to have previously reached the landmark was **Sachin Tendulkar**. Kohli also became the fastest men's batter to reach the milestone, achieving it in his 303rd ODI innings. ## Virat Kohli Smashes His 55th ODI Century Reaching 15,000 runs was not the end of Kohli's record-breaking evening. He completed his century in just **74 balls**, bringing up his **55th ODI hundred**. It was also Kohli's **10th ODI century against West Indies**, further extending his exceptional record against the Caribbean side. ## Virat Kohli Finishes Unbeaten on 139 After reaching his century, Kohli accelerated dramatically. He eventually finished unbeaten on **139 from only 88 deliveries**. His innings contained **10 fours and nine sixes**, giving him a strike rate of 157.95. The nine sixes were also the most Kohli has hit in a single ODI innings. ## Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill Batting Figures | Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Virat Kohli | 139* | 88 | 10 | 9 | | Shubman Gill | 110 | 108 | 13 | 1 | | Rohit Sharma | 32 | 35 | 2 | 3 | | Ruturaj Gaikwad | 13* | 19 | - | - | ## India Chase 296 With 50 Balls Remaining After Gill's dismissal, Ruturaj Gaikwad joined Kohli with India already within sight of victory. There was no late twist. Kohli continued attacking the West Indies bowlers as India crossed the target with considerable time to spare. India finished on **300/2 in 41.4 overs**, sealing an **eight-wicket victory with 50 balls remaining**. ## India vs West Indies 1st ODI Final Score | Team | Score | Overs | | --- | --- | --- | | West Indies | 295/7 | 50 | | India | 300/2 | 41.4 | **Result: India won by eight wickets with 50 balls remaining.** ## Key Performers: India vs West Indies 1st ODI | Player | Team | Performance | | --- | --- | --- | | Virat Kohli | India | 139* off 88 | | Shubman Gill | India | 110 off 108 | | Kuldeep Yadav | India | 4/40 | | Justin Greaves | West Indies | 101 off 108 | | John Campbell | West Indies | 62 off 60 | | Amir Jangoo | West Indies | 58* off 43 | ## Why India Won the First ODI West Indies appeared capable of pushing towards a much larger total after Greaves and Campbell put together 135 for the opening wicket. Kuldeep Yadav changed the match by breaking the partnership and then repeatedly striking through the middle order. The second decisive phase came during India's chase. Gill's controlled century provided stability while Kohli's acceleration turned a potentially challenging target into a comfortable pursuit. Their 151-run partnership effectively removed West Indies from the contest. ## Another Historic Night for Virat Kohli Kohli entered the match already holding several major ODI batting records, but Thiruvananthapuram produced another landmark night. His unbeaten 139 combined three major achievements: **15,000 ODI runs, a 55th ODI century and a 10th ODI hundred against West Indies.** With the 2027 ODI World Cup approaching, the innings also underlined his continuing importance to India's 50-over plans. ## India Take 1-0 Lead in Three-Match Series The eight-wicket victory gives India a **1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series**. The teams will now travel to **Guwahati** for the second ODI on September 30. West Indies will need to find a way to turn strong individual batting performances into a complete team display, while India will enter the second match with confidence after a commanding chase. ## India vs West Indies 1st ODI: A Night of Three Centuries The opening ODI ultimately belonged to the batters. Justin Greaves' maiden ODI century gave West Indies hope, Shubman Gill's 10th ODI hundred established India's chase, and Virat Kohli's spectacular 139 not out finished it. But Kuldeep Yadav's 4/40 was equally important, ensuring that West Indies' excellent opening partnership did not develop into an imposing total. For India, it was an emphatic beginning to the series — and for Kohli, another record-breaking chapter in one of ODI cricket's most remarkable batting careers. ## Shai Hope’s Captaincy Comes Under Scrutiny Shai Hope’s captaincy came under serious scrutiny during West Indies’ heavy defeat to India, particularly as the match began to slip away during the chase. With Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill firmly in control, West Indies appeared short of tactical answers. The bowling changes did little to disrupt the partnership, while several field placements seemed too passive to create sustained pressure or force the Indian batters into higher-risk options. Hope also appeared relatively subdued on the field at a stage when West Indies needed visible leadership, sharper tactical adjustments and greater urgency from the entire unit. The fielding effort compounded those problems, leaving West Indies unable to build pressure even when opportunities arose. While the bowlers must take responsibility for their execution, the lack of an effective Plan B will inevitably raise questions about Hope’s tactical approach as captain. ## Frequently asked questions ### Who won India vs West Indies 1st ODI 2026? India won by eight wickets, chasing 296 in 41.4 overs at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. ### What was the final score? West Indies scored 295/7 in 50 overs, while India replied with 300/2 in 41.4 overs. ### How many runs did Virat Kohli score? Kohli remained unbeaten on 139 from 88 balls, hitting 10 fours and nine sixes. ### How many ODI centuries does Virat Kohli have? His century against West Indies was his 55th ODI hundred. ### Did Virat Kohli reach 15,000 ODI runs? Yes. Kohli became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs and the fastest men's batter to the landmark. ## Sources - [Cricbuzz - India vs West Indies 1st ODI 2026 Scorecard and Commentary](https://m.cricbuzz.com/live-cricket-scores/151532/wi-vs-ind-1st-odi-india-v-west-indies) - [Cricbuzz - India vs West Indies 1st ODI Full Commentary](https://m.cricbuzz.com/live-cricket-full-commentary/151532/wi-vs-ind-1st-odi-west-indies-tour-of-india-2026) - [Outlook India - Kohli and Gill Centuries Power India to Eight-Wicket Win](https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/cricket/india-vs-west-indies-1st-odi-2026-match-report) - [ABP Live - Virat Kohli Smashes 139 as India Beat West Indies](https://news.abplive.com/sports/cricket/ind-vs-wi-1st-odi-highlights-virat-kohli-139-india-beat-west-indies-1868617) - [Indian Express - India vs West Indies 1st ODI Scorecard](https://indianexpress.com/section/sports/cricket/live-score/india-vs-west-indies-1st-odi-live-score-full-scorecard-highlights-west-indies-in-india-3-odi-series-2026-inwi09272026270270/) --- Originally published by What's The Score at https://whatsthescore.in/blog/virat-kohli-139-shubman-gill-110-power-india-to-8-wicket-win-over-west-indies