India vs West Indies ODI Sees 811 Runs Scored, Sparking Debate on Bat vs Ball

Times of India · sports

The second ODI between India and West Indies in Guwahati saw a staggering 811 runs scored in 93.3 overs, with bowlers struggling on a batting-friendly pitch. India's Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 223, while Rohit Sharma added 101, and West Indies had three centurions. Former players like Madan Lal expressed concern over the lack of contest between bat and ball, suggesting ODIs should ideally have scores around 280 per side. This trend, attributed partly to T20 influence, raises questions about the future quality of bowling in the 50-over format.