IND vs WI, 1st ODI: Prasidh Krishna Removes Keacy Carty After India Opt to Bowl
· Sports · Times of India, Cricbuzz
India began their three-match ODI series against West Indies by winning the toss and choosing to bowl first at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. Captain Shubman Gill stated the surface looked decent and was expected to improve under the lights, while highlighting the importance of assessing squad combinations ahead of the 2027 World Cup. India handed an international debut to Punjab and Mumbai Indians star Naman Dhir, alongside the return of senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. For West Indies, captain Shai Hope noted the side would have preferred to bat first following a quick turnaround after the Caribbean Premier League. West Indies reached 196 for 3 in 34.2 overs before Prasidh Krishna broke the partnership by removing Keacy Carty.
Why it matters
The three-match series serves as a crucial testing ground for India to evaluate their squad combinations and player roles with 20 matches remaining before the 2027 World Cup.
Read the original report — Times of India
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