India, Oct. 4 -- India won the ODI series against West Indies but Saturday's defeat in New Chandigarh was symptomatic of the weaknesses the team has a year before the World Cup: poor catching and a lack of wicket-taking bowlers.

This series offered an opportunity to test fresh options in the absence of several established bowlers. Instead, it exposed the vulnerability of an inexperienced attack, particularly in the Powerplay and at the death, raising concerns over India's ability to defend big totals against quality opposition.

India were looking to sweep the series 3-0 at New Chandigarh. West Indies needed 44 runs from 24 balls with Mohammed Siraj yet to complete his quota of overs. However, India didn't turn to the seasoned pacer and ...