India Innings:
India started their innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, but the opening partnership was short-lived as both batsmen fell early. Suryakumar Yadav anchored the innings with a brilliant knock of 61 runs off 45 balls, including four fours and three sixes. Tilak Varma contributed a valuable 27 off 18 balls. Despite a few cameos from other players, the Hardik Pandya-led side managed to post just 165/9 on a batter-friendly surface.
The West Indies bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings, with Romario Shepherd being the standout performer, claiming four wickets for 31 runs. Jason Holder and Akeal Hosein also chipped in with crucial wickets.
West Indies Innings:
Chasing 166 for victory, the West Indies displayed exceptional batting prowess. Brandon King’s explosive knock of 85 not out off 55 balls, including five fours and six sixes, set the tone for their chase. Nicholas Pooran’s aggressive 47 off 35 balls and Shai Hope’s quick 22 off 13 balls further solidified the West Indies’ position. The team reached the target with two overs to spare, finishing at 171/2 in 18 overs.
Among the Indian bowlers, Arshdeep Singh and Tilak Varma managed to take one wicket each, but the West Indies batters controlled the game and secured their victory.
Result:
The West Indies secured an emphatic eight-wicket win over India in the 5th T20I, clinching the series 3-2. Romario Shepherd’s all-around performance earned him the Player of the Match award for his significant contribution.
Series Detail:
The T20I series witnessed a roller-coaster of matches:
- 1st T20I: West Indies won by 4 runs
- 2nd T20I: West Indies won by 2 wickets
- 3rd T20I: India won by 7 wickets
- 4th T20I: India won by 9 wickets
- 5th T20I: West Indies won by 8 wickets
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With this series victory, West Indies celebrated their first T20I series win against India, marking a significant achievement in their cricketing journey. The series showcased thrilling encounters and exceptional performances from both sides, adding to the excitement of the cricketing spectacle.
Here’s how Twitter reacted to Windies series clinching victory:
Deserved winners of a closely fought series, well played and congratulations @windiescricketMuch needed series win to lift West Indies cricket. #WIvIND pic.twitter.com/EoPhzNDYbS
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) August 13, 2023
First T20I series win for West Indies against India since 2017#WIvIND #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/Jkns2T2eFr
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) August 14, 2023
Hardik Pandya in Today's Match:
14(18) 77.78while Batting.
3-32 economy of 10.67 in 3 overs while Bowling.
0 Performance and Full of Attitude and arrogance!
He is the main CULPRIT for today's Loss!#WIvIND pic.twitter.com/VmQ2NtwAPi
— ᴘʀᴀᴛʜᴍᴇsʜ⁴⁵ (@45Fan_Prathmesh) August 13, 2023
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