Jewel Andrew taken for X-ray after finger injury in 3rd ODI vs India
Synopsis
West Indies were dealt a double injury blow in the third ODI at New Chandigarh — opener Jewel Andrew was taken to hospital with a finger injury after completing a catch, and spinner Vitel Lawes limped off with a calf problem. With a steep target of 352 to chase, captain Shai Hope has been pushed up to open alongside John Campbell.
Key Takeaways
Jewel Andrew sustained a finger injury while completing a catch to dismiss Naman Dhir in the 36th over of India's innings.
Andrew was taken to hospital for an X-ray and will not open the innings for West Indies in their chase of 352 .
Captain Shai Hope will now partner John Campbell at the top of the order — Campbell's third different opening partner in this series.
Wrist-spinner Vitel Lawes also limped off with a left calf problem after conceding 54 runs in five overs .
KL Rahul scored a career-best 129 off 87 balls , with Rohit Sharma (92) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (57) powering India to 351/7 .
West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Jewel Andrew was rushed to hospital for an X-ray on Saturday after sustaining a finger injury while completing a catch during the third ODI against India at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh. The injury has forced a last-minute batting reshuffle ahead of West Indies' chase of 352.
How the Injury Happened
The incident unfolded on the final ball of the 36th over of India's innings. Batting all-rounder Naman Dhir chipped a tossed-up delivery from left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie towards the cover region, where Andrew completed a clean catch to break a threatening 65-run partnership. Dhir was dismissed for a brisk 30 off 21 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes.
However, Andrew copped a severe blow to his finger in the process and was forced off the field for immediate medical attention. The extent of the injury is yet to be confirmed, with an X-ray required to determine its severity.
What Cricket West Indies Said
Cricket West Indies (CWI) issued a medical update confirming the development: 'Jewel Andrew has gone to hospital for an X-ray after sustaining a blow to his finger while taking the catch to dismiss Naman Dhir during the Indian innings. Andrew was originally scheduled to open the innings. Captain Shai Hope will now partner John Campbell at the top of the order.'
The Impact on West Indies' Batting Order
Andrew's absence forces a significant shuffle at the top. This will be the third different opening combination West Indies have used in the series — Campbell's third different opening partner. The reshuffle adds to West Indies' mounting concerns, as wrist-spinner Vitel Lawes also limped off with a left calf problem after conceding 54 runs in five overs. His batting availability for the chase also remains in doubt.
India's Commanding Total
The injury drama came against the backdrop of a dominant Indian batting display. KL Rahul anchored the innings with a career-best 129 off 87 balls — the finest score of his ODI career — while Rohit Sharma contributed 92 and Ruturaj Gaikwad added 57 to power India to 351/7. This came after pacer Jayden Seales had reduced India to a precarious 4/2 inside the first three overs.
With West Indies now facing a steep run-chase of 352 minus their designated opener and a potentially unfit spinner, India head into the second half of the match as strong favourites.
Point of View
But it disrupts a batting order already short on confidence. With Lawes also a doubt, West Indies are being asked to mount a 352-run chase with a depleted and reshuffled line-up. The double injury concern is the kind of off-field noise that can unsettle a chase before it begins.
NationPress
3 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Jewel Andrew injure his finger in the 3rd ODI?
Jewel Andrew injured his finger while taking a catch to dismiss Naman Dhir off Gudakesh Motie's bowling on the last ball of the 36th over. The blow was severe enough to require an X-ray at hospital, ruling him out of opening the innings.
Who will open for West Indies after Andrew's injury?
Captain Shai Hope will now partner John Campbell at the top of the order. Andrew was originally scheduled to open, and this is the third different opening combination West Indies have used in the series.
What score did India post in the 3rd ODI at New Chandigarh?
India posted 351/7, powered by KL Rahul's career-best 129 off 87 balls, Rohit Sharma's 92, and Ruturaj Gaikwad's 57. India had been reduced to 4/2 inside three overs before the recovery.
Is Vitel Lawes fit to bat for West Indies in the chase?
Vitel Lawes limped off the field with a left calf problem after bowling five overs and conceding 54 runs. His availability for the batting chase remains uncertain.
What is the significance of KL Rahul's innings in this match?
KL Rahul's 129 off 87 balls is his career-best score in ODI cricket. It rescued India from a precarious 4/2 and anchored the innings that set a target of 352 for West Indies.
