West Indies' batter Keacy Carty smashes third hundred in seven ODIs, almost matches Viv Richards' record

Keacy Carty of the West Indies scored his second century in as many One Day Internationals, continuing his strong batting performance in the series-ending match against Ireland in Dublin on May 25.

New Delhi: West Indies' Keacy Carty continued his remarkable run of form with a stunning 170 in the third and final ODI against Ireland, propelling his team to a challenging 385-7. The innings, a 142-ball masterclass featuring 15 fours and eight sixes, was instrumental in the West Indies' strong total, despite a shaky start that saw the loss of both openers, Brandon King (1) and Evin Lewis (14), early in their innings. This impressive performance followed his century in the previous match, further solidifying his position as one of the team's most reliable batsmen. The match itself saw Ireland win the toss and elect to field first, setting the stage for Carty's heroics. His partnership with captain Shai Hope (75) formed the backbone of the West Indies' innings, establishing a strong platform for the lower order to build upon. A strong charge from Justin Greaves, who got to 50 off 23 balls, allowed the West Indies to set their second-best ODI total, falling just short of the record score of 389 they got against England two years ago.

Carty's 170 also places him in esteemed company, as he now shares the joint-sixth-highest ODI score for the West Indies with Shai Hope. Among non-openers, his score ranks third, behind only Viv Richards' Unbeaten 189 and 181. While the record remains firmly held by Chris Gayle's monumental 215 against Zimbabwe, Carty's consistent performance and ability to score heavily at crucial moments make him a valuable asset to the West Indies team. His latest results point to more impressive feats in the future which means he deserves close attention. Hopefully, Carty will keep up his great form in the West Indies' upcoming competitions.

Carty's exceptional form extends beyond this series. His latest shows are impressive and reveal his impressive consistency and skill. He made 567 runs from seven ODIs, averaging 94.50 and hitting at a rate of 102.71. He managed to score fifty goals along with hundreds in three centuries of play. Now, Gayle holds the third-highest tally after Viv Richards and Chris Gayle themselves in seven-consecutive ODI innings. He's also only the third West Indies player, joining Brian Lara and Phil Simmons, to achieve three centuries in seven consecutive ODI innings. The 567 runs he now has clearly show how well he can play and his resilience under stress. With this achievement, he shows himself to be among the most thrilling batsmen in the West Indies.