India vs West Indies: Virat Kohli scores double ton as India take upper hand

North Sound (Antigua : Virat Kohli became the first Indian captain to score a double century abroad as the visitors took firm control of the first Test against the West Indies with a solid batting display here. Kohli (200 off 283 balls) eased to his maiden double hundred before Ashwin (113 off 253) struck his third Test ton to help India amassed 566 for eight declared, and then reduce the West Indies to 31 for one in 16 overs at the end of the second day’s play. Kohli is now tied with Mohammad Azharuddin for most centuries (5) by an Indian captain abroad. With India declaring post tea, pacer Mohammad Shami, who is back in action after a long layoff, removed Rajendra Chandrika before the close of play on day two. The hosts trail India by 535 runs at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. A sloppy effort in the field also made matters worse for the home team. India, who began the day at 302 for four, were allowed to score freely by the West Indian bowlers, so much so that tail-ender Amit Mishra raced to 53 off 68 balls towards the end of the innings, lasting 161.5 overs.