India are currently at the top of the ICC World Test Championship 2019-21 points table, followed by New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and Australia, in that order.
Bumrah took India’s cheapest five-wicket haul, became their quickest fast bowler to 50 Test wickets, and took their cheapest five-wicket haul.
West Indies already have a mountain to climb, and with Kohli and Rahane settling in, wickets early in the day will be key.
India moved to a strong position against West Indies whereas the other two Tests are moving towards tight finish.
Stumps, Day 2: India 297 (Rahane 81, Jadeja 58; Roach 4/66, Gabriel 3/71) lead West Indies 189/8 (Chase 48; Sharma 5/42) by 108 runs.
India and Australia progressed ahead in their respective Test matches as Colombo Test was affected by the rain for the second day running.
India had Ajinkya Rahane to thank for after being reduced to 25/3, but the focus now will be on Pant to take India to a formidable total.
The 1st Test between West Indies and India will be played at the Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.
Only 7 Tests have been played at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. West Indies have won 3 and lost 1, but that defeat came against India – in the latter's only outing here.
The return of Dilruwan, England’s 2020 home schedule, India’s title sponsor and all the county action.