In New Delhi the fourth day became a day of defiance rather than dominance. After three poor innings on the tour, a dejected West Indies finally showed courage and dragged the Test to the fifth day. John Campbell and Shai Hope stood firm under the pressure, scoring determined centuries to lift their team out of the ruins of another follow-on. Their 177-run partnership for the third wicket not only propelled the innings but also revived a sense of pride in the struggling batting lineup. India, which imposed follow-on for the first time since 2012, found itself back on the field much longer than expected. When stumps were drawn, India were 63 for 1 and needed 58 more runs to win, while the visiting team celebrated the day in a spirit that epitomized dedication.
Campbell and Hope anchor West Indies revival with grit and grit
West Indies started the fourth day under pressure at 10 for 2, but Campbell and Hope turned the situation around with remarkable discipline and awareness. Both batsmen resisted India’s plans for more than two sessions, combining calm defense with timely aggression to blunt the attack. His stand of 177 was built on composure and concentration, helping West Indies score 390 in their second innings – their first total of over 300 in 16 innings and almost a year. Campbell, in particular, showed maturity with a well-crafted century, which came under extreme pressure. Hope complemented him well, rotating the strike effectively and taking advantage of loose balls.
Their partnership also won applause from the Indian supporters as it took the match beyond expectations. Although six wickets fell for only 40 runs in the second session, the lower order held firm long enough for India to bat again. The 390-run effort saw the visitors control a large part of a day’s play for the first time in the series. For the side that had fought the application, it was a day of liberation and resilience that reflected their collective determination to fight back.
India steady after Jaiswal’s early dismissal while chasing a modest target
Set a target of 121 runs, India made a cautious start on a poor surface. However, the chase suffered an early blow when Yashasvi Jaiswal was caught at long-on in the second over after misjudging Jomel Warrican’s aggressive stroke. The left-handed batsman, who had made a brilliant start with two fours, fell into the trap of a fast start which ended very quickly. His dismissal could have opened the door for West Indies, but Shubman Gill and Sai Rahul carried the innings forward with a disciplined partnership of 54 runs. The two negotiated a difficult final hour, facing uneven bounces and unexpected turns with composure.
The ball often remained low and sometimes rose high, but both batsmen maintained focus and avoided risky strokes. At stumps, India have scored 63 runs for 1 wicket and still need 58 runs to end the match on the last day. The umpires decided not to extend the game by 30 minutes, meaning India will have to wait until Tuesday morning. In the final overs, Gill’s tight defense and Rahul’s composure ensured there was no further drama. As the team survived the testing period, the dressing room exhaled. For the West Indies, the smiles in Darren Sammy’s camp speak for themselves – after days of struggle, pride was restored and lessons were learned. The competition has now reached its fifth day, with India on the brink but the visitors progressing after a display of tough character.
Here’s how netizens reacted:
It is very influential of the West Indies. Usually when he has made an impact on a top-tier Test team in recent years, it has been due to one or two flashes of brilliance from a player. But it’s heartwarming to see a bunch of them grinding like that #IndvWI
– Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) 13 October 2025
Not one but two centuries, we will not lose by an innings + and the fifth day has passed. Imma gotta get this guys!! #INDvWI
– La Sirena🧜🏿♀️🍉🇵🇸 (@blueberryshell) 13 October 2025
WI managed to make it to Day 5!
India will need 58 more runs tomorrow to win the test #INDvWI
– ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) 13 October 2025
It must be said that West Indies have given a great competition to India.. 👏🏼#INDvWI
– Harsh Tegta (@iamharshtegta) 13 October 2025
Although I wanted India to win, it was heart-touching to see the West Indies batsmen fighting and scoring centuries. I love the spirit and competitiveness of Test cricket!#IndianCricket #INDvWI
– Prakhar Yadav (@prakar_yadav__) 13 October 2025
India needs 58 more runs to win the series 2-0
a nice day of #testcricket Where WI fought well.
Tomorrow’s half century will be good for Sai Sudarshan’s confidence #INDvWI
– Ajay Srinivasan (@AjayChairman) 13 October 2025
What an upset the West Indies team did, India imposed follow on West Indies and they faced J Campbell 115, S Hope 103, J Greaves 50 and set a target of 120.
To win this test match, India has to bat even on the 5th day. #INDvWI
– Priyesh (@priyesssh_07) 13 October 2025
A courageous West Indies put up a brilliant fight on Day 5, were asked to follow on 😊🏏Proud of the lads’ effort 🙏🏼🏏
Second test #INDvWI stumps day 4
🪙🇮🇳 IND 518/5d and 63/1, Sudarshan 30*; Warikan 1-15
🌴 WI 248 & 390, Campbell 115, Hope 103, Greaves 50*; Bumrah 3-44 pic.twitter.com/uayQLnI097
– WIPA (@wiplayers) 13 October 2025
A remarkable effort from the West Indies in taking this Test match to the fifth day. Great struggle with the bat in the last two days. #INDvWI #INDvsWI
– Bluenosebear⚽️🏏🐻💙 (@YouBearsssssss) 13 October 2025
Team India in strong position at the end of the fourth day of Delhi Test
Scorecard 👉 https://t.co/4elRvCh7V3#Cricket #INDvWI #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/2UfBLQoKXE
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 13 October 2025
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