December 26, 2025 02:29 am (IST)
VVS congratulates Gayle for his double century
Mumbai, Feb 24 (IBNS): Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman on Tuesday congratulated West Indies all-rounder Chris Gayle for returning to form by smashing a double century against Zimbabwe in a World Cup group stage match.
"Congrats @henrygayle on scoring first 200 in a World Cup match. Welcome back to form mate. Watch out bowlers:)#CWC2015
Gayle smashed 215 runs against the African side to set a new World Cup record of scoring the first double century in the 50-over mega cricket event.
West Indies beat Zimbabwe by 73 runs by D/L method.
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