West Indies opener John Campbell produced a remarkable batting display against India in the second ODI in Guwahati. He scored a century from only 65 balls at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. The innings came on September 30, 2026, as West Indies looked to level the three-match ODI series. India won the first match by eight wickets in Thiruvananthapuram. Campbell entered the match after scoring 62 runs in the series opener. He again provided West Indies with a fast start against the Indian bowling attack.
Campbell breaks West Indies record
The Jamaican batter reached his half-century from just 29 balls. This effort broke Chris Gayle’s previous record against India in ODIs. Gayle had reached his fastest fifty against India from 30 balls. He achieved that mark twice during his international career. Campbell moved ahead of that record by reaching his fifty in 29 deliveries. His aggressive approach put India under early pressure. He continued attacking after reaching the milestone. The left-handed opener reached his century from only 65 deliveries. His century became the fastest ODI hundred by a West Indies batter against India. Ricardo Powell previously held the record with a 72-ball century in 1999.
Strong start for West Indies
Campbell played an important role in giving West Indies another strong opening platform. The visitors had also started well during the first ODI. Campbell and Justin Greaves added 135 runs for the opening wicket in that match. Greaves scored his maiden ODI century, while Campbell made 62 runs. West Indies eventually lost that match after India chased their target comfortably. The visitors entered the second ODI needing a victory to keep the series alive. Campbell responded with another attacking performance in Guwahati. His rapid scoring rate helped West Indies put pressure on India from the beginning.
Return after hamstring injury
Campbell had returned to the West Indies ODI squad for the India tour. He missed the final two ODIs against New Zealand because of a hamstring injury. Cricket West Indies confirmed his return when announcing the squad on September 19. He was included among the 15 players selected for the three-match ODI series. His return has now produced two strong batting performances against India. He first scored 62 in the opening ODI before making his second ODI century.
The India tour is an important part of West Indies’ preparations for future international competitions. The team is also assessing players for important roles within its ODI setup.
Campbell’s recent form
Campbell has also contributed in Test cricket during 2026. He scored 72 and remained unbeaten on 51 against Sri Lanka in July. He also played a major role for Jamaica in the domestic West Indies Championship. Campbell and Kirk McKenzie both scored centuries during Jamaica’s successful chase against Barbados. The recent performances show Campbell’s involvement across multiple formats. His latest century against India has added another notable achievement to his record. West Indies will continue their ODI series against India with the third match scheduled for October 3 in New Chandigarh.
The series will provide further opportunities for Campbell and the West Indies batting group to build consistency against a strong Indian side.