Campbell had taken the Indian bowling attack apart with aggressive strokeplay, racing to a century and putting West Indies in a commanding position. His departure, however, gave India the breakthrough they desperately needed.
Gurnoor Brar Delivers the Big Breakthrough
India’s young fast bowler Gurnoor Brar produced the crucial dismissal, sending Campbell back to the pavilion after the West Indies opener had done significant damage.
Campbell’s innings was built around fearless attacking cricket, with the left-hander repeatedly finding the boundary and keeping India’s bowlers under pressure.
West Indies Reach 151/2
After Campbell’s dismissal, West Indies moved to 151/2, leaving India with an important task of stopping the visitors from building an even bigger total.
The wicket is particularly significant because Campbell had been scoring at a rapid rate and had given West Indies exactly the kind of start they needed after losing the first ODI.
India entered the Guwahati match 1–0 ahead in the three-match ODI series, while West Indies need a victory to keep the series alive.
Campbell Leaves After a Stunning Knock
Campbell’s century was the highlight of the West Indies innings so far. His aggressive approach had put India’s bowling attack under considerable pressure, including during an earlier over from Brar in which Campbell struck a boundary.
But Brar eventually had the final say.
101 runs. A roaring century. And then a crucial Indian breakthrough.