India’s pursuit of 121 runs to win the second Test against West Indies saw a moment of brilliance in the field when Shai Hope pulled off a remarkable one-handed catch at first slip to send Sai Sudharsan back for 39 on Day 5 of Delhi Test.

Shai Hope takes a stunning low catch to dismiss Sai Sudharsan on Day 5 of the Delhi Test

Roston Chase, operating with precision from round the wicket, bowled a delivery that drifted in and straightened just enough outside off stump. Sudharsan, who had been playing fluently until then, attempted to defend but the ball caught the outside edge and flew sharply towards the slips.

Hope, stationed low at first slip, reacted in a flash. The ball was traveling fast and dipping awkwardly around shin height, but the West Indies vice-captain flung his right hand out and clutched it inches above the turf, a moment of pure reflex and athleticism. It was one of those catches that light up the final day of a Test match, showcasing why Hope remains one of the safest pair of hands in world cricket. His teammates rushed to congratulate him, while Chase, who had been toiling without much success, finally broke through.

The dismissal left India at 88/2, momentarily halting their smooth chase. Sudharsan’s knock of 39 off 76 deliveries, featuring five elegant boundaries, provided stability at the top before Hope’s brilliance turned the tide briefly in West Indies’ favour.

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India complete series sweep with dominant seven-wicket win in Delhi Test

India wrapped up a commanding seven-wicket victory over the West Indies on the final day of the second Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, sealing a 2-0 series whitewash. After being made to chase just 121 runs, the hosts reached the target comfortably at 124/3 in 35.2 overs. KL Rahul anchored the innings with a composed unbeaten 58, supported by Sudharsan’s solid 39, as India overcame a few early jitters to finish the job.

Earlier, West Indies had staged an unexpected fightback on Day 4, posting 390 in their second innings following centuries from John Campbell (115) and Shai Hope (103). Their resistance forced India to bat again despite having enforced the follow-on, the first time since 2012. However, India’s bowlers once again proved their class across both innings. Kuldeep Yadav finished with match figures of 8 wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja provided key breakthroughs at crucial stages. With this win, India collected 12 crucial World Test Championship points, maintaining their dominance at home and extending West Indies’ winless run in India since 1994. The visitors, though defeated, will take heart from their second-innings fight, especially the partnerships that gave their batting lineup some much-needed belief before heading into their next assignment.

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