New Delhi, October 14 (Daily Kiran): The Indian Test cricket team has maintained an extraordinary record against the West Indies, remaining unbeaten for over two decades. Since 2002, India has not lost a single Test match to the Caribbean side, showcasing complete dominance in the longest format.
27-Test Unbeaten Streak
India has gone unbeaten in 27 consecutive Test matches against the West Indies since 2002 — the fourth-longest unbeaten streak by any team against a single opponent in Test cricket history.
Longest unbeaten runs in Test history:
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England vs New Zealand — 47 matches (1930–1975)
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England vs Pakistan — 30 matches (1961–1982)
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West Indies vs England — 29 matches (1976–1988)
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India vs West Indies — 27 matches (2002–2023)*
10 Consecutive Series Wins
India has also won 10 consecutive Test series against the West Indies between 2002 and 2025 — equalling South Africa’s record. Australia ranks third with nine straight series wins over the Caribbean team.
Most consecutive Test series wins vs West Indies:
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India — 10 (2002–2025)*
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South Africa — 10 (1998–2024)
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Australia — 9 (2000–2022)
West Indies’ Losing Run in India
The West Indies have now lost six consecutive Test matches in India since 2013, joining Sri Lanka and New Zealand in this record list. Only Australia has a longer losing streak, with seven defeats between 2008 and 2013.
Most consecutive away losses in India:
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Australia — 7 (2008–2013)
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Sri Lanka — 6 (1986–1994)
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New Zealand — 6 (2010–2016)
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West Indies — 6 (2013–2025)*
This losing streak began under the captaincy of Darren Sammy, who is now the team’s head coach.
From Caribbean Dominance to India’s Era
Between 1948 and 1971, the West Indies had dominated India with a 24-match unbeaten streak. Today, the scenario has completely reversed — India remains unbeaten at home and dominant over the West Indies across formats.
Roston Chase’s Unwanted Record
Current West Indies captain Roston Chase has faced a difficult start to his leadership. He has become only the second captain in West Indies’ history to lose his first five Test matches, after Kraigg Brathwaite.
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