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Shubman Gill Creates a World Record That Could Stand for Years With Historic 223*

Shubman Gill produced a batting performance in Guwahati that could remain in the record books for a very long time. The Indian captain smashed an unbeaten 223 against West Indies while chasing 406, taking India to an extraordinary eight-wicket victory…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 5:48 PM
Shubman Gill Creates a World Record That Could Stand for Years With Historic 223*
Key Things to Know
  • Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 223 against West Indies, setting the record for the highest individual score in a List A chase.
  • India defeated West Indies by eight wickets, finishing on 406/2 in 43.3 overs to complete the chase.
  • Gill reached his double century in 117 balls, marking the fastest double century in ODI history.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Indian captain Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 223 to lead India to an eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in Guwahati. India successfully chased a target of 406 by reaching 406/2 in 43.3 overs, completing the second-highest successful run chase in ODI history.

Gill's innings set a new record for the highest individual score in List A and ODI run chases, surpassing Soumya Sarkar's 208 not out and Fakhar Zaman's 193. He also recorded the fastest double century in ODI history, reaching the milestone from 117 deliveries.

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