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India struggles as West Indies post strong opening stand in 1st ODI

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

India struggles as West Indies post strong opening stand in 1st ODI
Summary

In the 1st ODI against West Indies, India left out Mohammad Siraj and made Naman Dhir debut. West Indies openers John Campbell and Justin Greaves formed a solid partnership, scoring 135 runs before Kuldeep Yadav took Campbell's wicket. As the innings progresses, fans criticize India's bowling strategy and team selection, particularly the absence of Siraj and reliance on inexperienced bowlers.

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  • •Naman Dhir made his ODI debut for India against West Indies.
  • •John Campbell and Justin Greaves added 135 runs for West Indies.
  • •Kuldeep Yadav dismissed Campbell, but Greaves remains unbeaten.
  • •Criticism of team selection centers on the omission of Siraj.
  • •Fans express frustrations with India's bowling attack and captaincy.
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  • 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — 'No Mohammed Siraj in playing 11': Indian fans lash out at Gautam Gambhir as West Indies make strong start in 1st ODI
What they're saying
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With Mohammad Siraj omitted from the 1st ODI, fans were quick to lash out at head coach Gautam Gambhir for this decision.

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