West Indies beat India by five wickets in series finale

West Indies defeated India by five wickets in the third ODI at the new PCA stadium in Mullanpur. Shai Hope's unbeaten 162 powered West Indies to a stunning five-wicket win as they chased down India's 352-run target to deny the hosts a clean sweep. Hope's composed batting guided the visitors to a crucial victory helping them end the series on a winning note and avoid a whitewash against India.

India had posted 351 for seven in their 50 overs, with KL Rahul scoring an unbeaten 129 off 87 balls. Rohit Sharma contributed 92 at the top of the order. The two performances were central to India reaching 351 for seven, leaving West Indies needing 352 runs to win the match.

India had entered the match leading the 3-match ODI series 2-0, with Siraj returning to the playing eleven after missing the first two matches. The Caribbeans have been set a target of 352 by the hosts, courtesy of an unbeaten century by Rahul in the first innings.