India Takes Commanding Lead In First Test Against West Indies

By NAN Sports Editor

News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Oct. 5, 2018: Play in the first test match between the West Indies and India is currently underway.

At last check, the scores were: India – 649 for 9.

The pick of the Indian batsmen has been Prithvi Shaw, who scored a massive 134, his maiden century, before he was caught and bowled by Bishoo. Skipper Virat Kohli on 72 and Rishabh Pant, 17, will resume the batting for India.

The Windies in reply were struggling at 94 for 6 after 29 overs at 10:50 am EST.

The full West Indies test squad is: Jason Holder (capt), Sunil Ambris, Devendra Bishoo, Kraigg Brathwaite, Roston Chase, Shane Dowrich, Shannon Gabriel, Jahmar Hamilton, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope, Alzarri Joseph, Keemo Paul, Kieran Powell, Kemar Roach, Jomel Warrican.