Kohli and Gill centuries lead India to eight-wicket win over West Indies

India defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the first one-day international in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday, September 27, with centuries from Virat Kohli and captain Shubman Gill leading the chase. India reached 300 for two after West Indies posted 295 for seven, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, according to Mumbai Indians' match report.

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West Indies had built a strong platform after being asked to bat. Justin Greaves and John Campbell shared an opening partnership of 135, with Campbell contributing 62. Greaves went on to make his first ODI century, finishing with 101 from 108 deliveries. Their stand gave the visitors a substantial start before India's spin attack broke through.

Kuldeep Yadav took four wickets for 40 runs from 10 overs and was named player of the match. The Times of India reported that he dismissed Campbell after a mistimed sweep, then removed West Indies captain Shai Hope with a catch to Ravindra Jadeja. Greaves fell lbw attempting a sweep, and Jewel Andrew was dismissed by Kuldeep's next delivery.

Amir Jangoo remained unbeaten on 58 as West Indies completed their 50 overs, while Prasidh Krishna supported Kuldeep with two wickets for 60 runs. Mumbai Indians' report also confirmed an ODI debut for Naman Dhir, who received his cap from Gill. West Indies' final total left India needing 296 to win the opening match of the series.

Rohit Sharma contributed 32 from 35 balls at the start of India's reply, with Gill making 110 from 108 deliveries. Gill's innings contained 13 fours and one six, according to the BBC scorecard. The Times of India reported that Gill and Kohli added 151 for the second wicket, carrying the chase forward after Rohit's departure.

Kohli finished unbeaten on 139 from 88 balls as India completed the chase in 41.4 overs, the BBC scorecard showed. The Times of India reported that the innings brought his 55th ODI hundred and took him beyond 15,000 runs in the format. It was also his 10th ODI century against West Indies, while Gill registered his 10th overall.