India, Dec. 6 -- Ravichandran Ashwin was left impressed with the West Indies' monumental effort in the first Test of their ongoing three-match series against New Zealand. West Indies showcased their grit and composure in a gritty fourth-innings performance while chasing a target of 531 runs.

After losing early wickets, Shai Hope and Justin Greaves came to the side's rescue, scoring centuries as West Indies managed to seal a draw.

Taking to X, Ashwin hailed West Indies, stating that they are a team that can collapse for 37, and then also win a pink-ball Test at the Gabba.

He wrote, "This is a team that can get all out for 37, win a pink ball test match at the Gabba, chase down 320 odd for a win at the Headingley and now tracking down 53...