Amir Jangoo, Roston Chase set world record partnership for West Indies

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Amir Jangoo, Roston Chase set world record partnership for West Indies
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Amir Jangoo and Roston Chase formed a world record 401-run partnership for the sixth wicket as West Indies declared their first innings at 626 for 9 against Sri Lanka in the second Test on June 28, 2026. Jangoo scored 233, becoming the 11th West Indies batter to convert his maiden Test century into a double century. Chase, with 194 runs, was six runs short of his first Test double century. Sri Lanka ended the day on 15 for 1 in response, trailing by 303 runs after losing Pathum Nissanka early in their innings. The match continues into the next day, with Sri Lanka needing a strong performance to get back into contention.

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  • Jangoo and Chase's partnership exceeds previous sixth wicket record by 2 runs.
  • Jangoo's 233 is his first double century in Test cricket.
  • Chase records his highest Test score with 194 runs.
  • West Indies declared their first innings at 626 for 9.
  • Sri Lanka trails by 303 runs after one wicket down.
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  • 5:11 PMYahoo Sports401-run partnership: Roston Chase, Amir Jangoo break world record with monstrous stand in Test vs Sri Lanka
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