Hardik Pandya Criticizes West Indies Board for Lack of Basic Facilities

Despite securing a 2-1 series victory and a resounding 200-run triumph over the West Indies in the third ODI, stand-in captain Hardik Pandya expressed his discontent. During the post-match presentation, the versatile player took a swipe at the West Indies cricket board for the subpar facilities provided during their stay in the region.

Pandya emphasized that the team does not seek extravagance, but he underscored the importance of ensuring fundamental necessities when they embark on future tours of the Caribbean. The Indian squad embarked on a comprehensive tour of the West Indies, engaging in 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, and 5 T20Is.

Prior to this, the Indian cricketers had already conveyed their dissatisfaction to the BCCI after a late-night flight from Trinidad to Barbados was postponed by nearly four hours. This delay left the team fatigued and sleep-deprived ahead of the ODI series opener.

In the climactic third ODI, India maintained their dominance by amassing an impressive 351 for five after being invited to bat first. The match saw an impressive performance from Shubman Gill, who scored 85 off 92 balls, and Ishan Kishan, who continued his good form with 77 off 64 balls. This partnership laid a solid foundation for a substantial team score.

Sanju Samson also contributed significantly with a quickfire 51 off 41 balls, bolstering his case as a backup middle-order batter. Hardik Pandya himself displayed power-hitting prowess, smashing five sixes and four boundaries on a favorable batting track.

With an insurmountable target, the West Indies' aspirations were quickly extinguished by Mukesh Kumar's three-wicket burst during the initial powerplay. His skilled seam bowling dismantled the West Indies lineup, leading to their dismissal for a mere 151 runs in 35.3 overs.