India entered the India vs West Indies 2nd Test Series 2025 with high hopes and finished it with absolute dominance. On Day 5, the hosts confidently chased down 121 runs to seal a memorable win. However, it was not just the result that impressed, it was how India achieved it from start to finish.
To begin with, KL Rahul displayed remarkable calmness and control at the crease. He anchored the innings and built momentum with every shot. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill, leading from the front, showed fearless intent. He smashed a towering six early in the chase before falling for 13. Nevertheless, his leadership had already left a strong impression on the team and fans alike.
As Day 5 began, India resumed at 63/1, needing just 58 more runs. Rahul partnered with Sai Sudharsan to build a steady 79-run stand. Together, they completely erased any remaining doubts about the outcome. When Sudharsan fell for 39, India already stood on the brink of victory. Despite two late strikes from Roston Chase, the West Indies failed to mount a comeback. Eventually, Rahul remained unbeaten on 58, while Dhruv Jurel added an assured 6*. India wrapped up the chase in only 35.2 overs, showcasing their dominance and composure.
Earlier in the match, India’s bowlers had already laid the foundation for success. They bowled out West Indies for 390 in the second innings after restricting them to 248 in the first. In contrast, India’s commanding total of 518/5 declared in the first innings gave them complete control. Because of that strong platform, the hosts dictated terms throughout the contest.
India’s 1st Inn – 518 (5 wkts, 134.2 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 175 | 258 | 22 | 0 |
| KL Rahul | 38 | 54 | 5 | 1 |
| Sai Sudharsan | 87 | 165 | 12 | 0 |
| Shubman Gill (c)* | 129 | 196 | 16 | 2 |
| Nithish Kumar Reddy | 43 | 54 | 4 | 2 |
| Dhruv Jurel (wk) | 44 | 79 | 5 | 0 |
Bowling Figures
- Jomel Warrican – 34 ov, 98 runs, 3 wkts
- Roston Chase © – 17.2 ov, 83 runs, 1 wkt
West Indies 1st Inn – 248 (10 wkts, 81.5 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| John Campbell | 10 | 25 | 2 | 0 |
| Tagenarine Chanderpaul | 34 | 67 | 4 | 1 |
| Alick Athanaze | 41 | 84 | 5 | 1 |
| Shai Hope | 36 | 57 | 5 | 0 |
| Roston Chase (c) | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Tevin Imlach (wk) | 21 | 67 | 3 | 0 |
| Justin Greaves | 17 | 20 | 3 | 0 |
| Khary Pierre | 23 | 46 | 3 | 0 |
| Jomel Warrican | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Anderson Phillip* | 24 | 93 | 2 | 0 |
| Jayden Seales | 13 | 25 | 3 | 0 |
Bowling Figures
- Jasprit Bumrah – 14 ov, 40 runs, 1 wkt
- Mohammed Siraj – 9 ov, 16 runs, 1 wkt
- Ravindra Jadeja – 19 ov, 46 runs, 3wkts
- Kuldeep Yadav – 26.5 ov, 82 runs, 5 wkts
West Indies 2nd Inn – 390 (10 wkts, 118.5 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| John Campbell | 115 | 199 | 12 | 3 |
| Tagenarine Chanderpaul | 10 | 30 | 1 | 0 |
| Alick Athanaze | 7 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
| Shai Hope | 103 | 214 | 12 | 2 |
| Roston Chase (c) | 40 | 72 | 4 | 1 |
| Tevin Imlach (wk) | 12 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| Justin Greaves* | 50 | 85 | 3 | 0 |
| Khary Pierre | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Jomel Warrican | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Anderson Phillip | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Jayden Seales | 32 | 67 | 1 | 1 |
Bowling Figures
- Mohammed Siraj – 15 ov, 43 runs, 2 wkts
- Ravindra Jadeja – 33 ov, 102 runs, 1 wkt
- Washington Sundar – 23 ov, 80 runs, 1 wkt
- Kuldeep Yadav – 29 ov, 104 runs, 3 wkts
- Jasprit Bumrah – 17.5 ov, 44 runs, 3 wkts
India 2nd Inn – 66 (1 wkt, 22 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| KL Rahul* | 58 | 108 | 6 | 2 |
| Sai Sudharasan | 39 | 76 | 5 | 0 |
| Shubman Gill (c) | 13 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| Dhruv Jurel (wk)* | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Bowling Figures
- Jomel Warrican – 15.2 ov, 39 runs, 1 wkt
- Rostom Chase © – 9 ov, 36 runs, 2 wkt
Furthermore, Ravindra Jadeja delivered an outstanding all-round performance, earning him the “Player of the Series” award. He scored a crucial century and took eight wickets across the two matches. Likewise, Kuldeep Yadav played a key role by claiming eight wickets in the second Test alone. Both bowlers dismantled West Indies’ resistance and ensured India stayed ahead at every stage.
Notably, India’s clean sweep marked their 10th consecutive Test series win over the West Indies, a record that highlights their ongoing supremacy. Under Shubman Gill’s fresh leadership, India played with discipline, aggression, and unity. As a result, Gill celebrated his first series win as captain, proving his maturity and potential as a long-term leader.
In conclusion, Rahul’s composure and Gill’s attacking mindset perfectly defined this thrilling series. Moreover, India’s bowlers executed their plans with precision, while the batters finished the job in style. With this emphatic victory, India sealed the India vs West Indies 2nd Test Series 2025 in style, extending their dominance and sending a strong message to future opponents.
