India sweep series with seven-wicket win

Navdeep Saini celebrates the wicket of Kieron Pollard

A decisive opening spell from Deepak Chahar followed up by half centuries from Virat Kohli and Rishbah Pant ensured that India condemned the West Indies to a 3-0 series whitewash following a seven-wicket win at the National Stadium, Providence yesterday.

Despite heavy rainfall, the fairly large crowd gathered saw play delayed by 70 minutes. However, when the sun pierced through the cloudy skies, the visitors won the toss and inserted the hosts to bat. 

A spirited effort late in the innings allowed West Indies to post 146-6 from their allotted 20 overs before India eased to victory, reaching 150-3 with five balls to spare.