'We need some basic necessities' - Hardik Pandya slams West Indies Cricket Board over arrangements for Indian team in Trinidad

In the third and final ODI of the tour, India beat West Indies by 200 runs to win the series 2-1. With this victory, India continued their dominance against the hosts in one-day internationals. This was India's 16th ODI series victory against the Caribbean side.

However, after winning the game, India skipper Hardik Pandya slammed the West Indies Cricket Board for poor arrangements. Pandya said that it is high time for the West Indies Board to take note of it and provide basic necessities to the touring party. He also said that the team is not demanding luxury but that basic necessities should be provided.

"This was one of the nicest grounds we have played on." Things can be better when we come to the West Indies next time. From travelling to managing a lot of things. Last year, too, some hiccups happened. I think it's time for West Indies Cricket to take note of it and make sure that when a team travels, We don’t ask for luxury, but we need some basic necessities taken care of. Other than that, I really enjoyed coming here and playing some good cricket," Hardik Pandya said on Tuesday.

"It's a special win", says Hardik Pandya

In the 3rd ODI, the Indian team performed amazingly with both bat and ball. From opener Ishan Kishan to Sanju Samson, four batters scored half-centuries. Their batting performance helped India score a massive 351/5 in 50 overs. Hardik scored 70, while Gill amassed 85 runs. Ishan Kishan scored 77 runs, and Sanju Samson hammered 51. Meanwhile, Mukesh Kumar and Shardul Thakur shined with the ball. Kumar clinched three wickets, and Thakue got four wickets.

Speaking about the game, Hardik termed it a special victory. "It’s a special win. To be honest, I look forward to these kinds of games as a captain when there is something on the line. This was more than an international game. We knew what was at stake, and there would be a lot of disappointment if we lost. The boys showed great character. They enjoyed it as well; in pressure situations, it’s important to enjoy it as well. You don't become a hero without handling pressure," said Hardik Pandya after the game.