India Sets New Record for Highest ODI Score in Successful Chase
India achieved its highest ever successful ODI run chase, scoring 406/2 against West Indies in September 2026, featuring Shubman Gill's record-breaking fastest double century.
02 Oct 2026, 18:49 UTC
In a historic display of batting dominance, India has rewritten the record books by achieving its highest odi score in a successful run chase. During the second ODI against the West Indies on September 30, 2026, Team India chased down a mammoth target of 405 runs, finishing with a total of 406/2 to secure a victory by eight wickets [1].
A Record-Breaking Night in Guwahati
The match, held at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, saw the West Indies post what was their own personal highest-ever ODI total of 405 runs. However, India responded with an aggressive assault, reaching 406/2 in just 43.3 overs. This performance not only marks India's highest successful chase in the history of One-Day Internationals but also sets a new benchmark for the venue [1].
Individual Milestones and World Records
The chase was powered by a historic individual performance from Shubman Gill, who scored an unbeaten 223*. In doing so, Gill set a new world record for the fastest double century in ODI history [1]. Supporting the charge, Rohit Sharma also hit a century, further cementing India's dominance in the 2026 series.
Beyond the match score, the series has been a milestone-heavy event. Rohit Sharma joined the elite 12,000-run club in international cricket, alongside legends Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, and Virat Kohli. Additionally, Virat Kohli recently reached the 15,000-run milestone in ODIs, scoring 139* in the first match of the series.
Comparing the Records: Then vs. Now
The 406-run chase is a significant leap from India's previous national and venue records. Before this match, India's highest successful ODI chase was 362/1 against Australia in 2013 [1]. At the Barsapara Cricket Stadium specifically, the record was previously held by India's 326/2 chase against the West Indies in 2018 [2].
| Record Type | Score | Opponent | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Highest Chase (India) | 406/2 | West Indies | 2026 | Guwahati |
| Previous Highest Chase (India) | 362/1 | Australia | 2013 | Jaipur |
| Previous Venue Record (Barsapara) | 326/2 | West Indies | 2018 | Guwahati |
The Nature of the Barsapara Pitch
Cricket analysts note that the Barsapara Cricket Stadium is known for its "pretty flat" wicket, which offers excellent bounce and pace for batters but provides very little assistance to bowlers [2]. This characteristic contributed to the high-scoring nature of the match, making it difficult for the West Indies to defend their total despite their record-breaking first innings.
For more on the series' early momentum, you can read about Kohli’s 139* and Gill’s Century in the 1st ODI.
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