Florida: In today’s match, West Indies dominated the game from the beginning. They were able to establish a perspective of a one-sided contest early on since the onset of the second innings.
This is for the first time in 17 years since India lost an international series against West Indies.
The anticipation that gradually built for the grand finale of the gripping 5-match One Day Series between West Indies and India. The showdown unfolded at the Florida grounds, where Team India’s captain, Hardik Pandya, won the toss and decided to bat first.
Expressing his strategy, Pandya stated, “We’re taking the challenge of batting first. The pitch conditions are favorable, and boldness is key on such terrain.”
In this pivotal encounter, Team India stepped onto the field with an unchanged lineup. Meanwhile, the West Indies implemented two alterations. Oshane Smith made way for the return of Roston Chase, and Alzarri Joseph replaced Obed McCoy in the West Indies squad.
WI vs IND 5th T20I Live Updates
-As Jaiswal delivers to Shai Hope, he sends the ball soaring for a SIX! The Windies clinch the series 3-2, marking their inaugural victory against India in a 5-match T20I series. The delivery was skillfully lofted by Shai Hope, packing an impressive amount of power as he hammered it straight down the ground.
-Pooran’s wicket is claimed by Tilak Varma, caught by Hardik Pandya. India succeeds in breaking the partnership, with Verma surprisingly delivering the breakthrough. A tossed-up delivery from Verma prompts Pooran to attempt a reverse shot, but his timing is slightly off. The ball makes contact with the cue end of the bat, yet both Pooran and the on-field umpire remain unaware of this detail. However, a sharp catch by Hardik Pandya secures the dismissal. Pooran’s departure sees him accumulate 47 runs off 35 balls, including 1 four and 4 sixes. This breakthrough provides India with a crucial moment in the game.
-Chahal delivers to Brandon King, and it’s a powerful SIX! This marks Brandon King’s third sixer from Chahal’s bowling. Displaying excellent footwork, King confidently steps down the track, connects with the ball’s sweet spot, and elegantly lifts it over the wide long-off area. An impressive shot, indeed. This also brings up Brandon King’s fifty, coinciding with the onset of a break due to lightning and occasional showers.
-Mayers departs to Arshdeep Singh’s delivery, caught by Jaiswal, he makes a clean catch as Mayers falls victim to Arshdeep once again. The ball, delivered at the back of a length, prompts Mayers to attempt a punch. However, a slight hesitation in the ball’s movement causes a leading edge. The ball stops on Mayers as he tries to execute the shot, resulting in an uppish launch. Positioned at mid-off, a fielder takes a few steps back and secures the catch. This marks the first wicket for India and Arshdeep in this encounter. Mayers’ contribution amounts to 10 runs off 5 balls, featuring 1 four and 1 six. Jaiswal’s precise catch completes Mayers’ departure.
-Shepherd dismisses Arshdeep Singh with a bowled delivery. Arshdeep Singh departs on the very next ball after scoring 8 runs from 4 balls, including a six. Shepherd celebrates the wicket with a successful bowled delivery.
-Samson falls victim to Shepherd’s delivery, caught by Pooran. Shepherd’s impressive series continues, as he claims a wicket in his opening over. The delivery is of a length just outside the off-stump. Samson attempts a shot with a loose waft from his crease. His feet remain stationary as he tries to guide the ball down to third man by opening the face of his bat. Unfortunately for Samson, the shot results in a thick inside edge that Pooran skillfully captures with a low catch to his right. This dismissal marks Samson’s departure after contributing 13 runs off 9 balls, including 2 fours. Shepherd’s prowess shines as he maintains his impactful performance in the ongoing series.
-Tilak Varma’s innings comes to an end as Roston Chase takes a brilliant caught-and-bowled dismissal. Chase showcases exceptional awareness with a remarkable catch. Varma faces a flighted delivery that’s full and directed towards the off-stump. While attempting a drive down to long-off, Varma’s bat makes contact with the ground and the ball, resulting in it hitting the toe end of the bat. The ball then goes towards Chase’s right, who reacts swiftly by leaping and snatching the ball one-handed. Chase immediately appeals, and upon review, it’s confirmed that Chase’s intuition was accurate. Varma departs having scored 27 runs off 18 deliveries, including 3 fours and 2 sixes. The catch is executed by Chase, completing the c and b dismissal. The umpires check for a potential bump-ball scenario, but after thorough examination, the batsman is indeed out. The previous uncertainty is cleared as it’s evident that Varma’s hit had resulted in a catch for Chase.
-On the fifth delivery of the opening over, Akeal Hosein dismisses Yashasvi Jaiswal. The Indian batsman struggles with timing and sends the ball straight into Hosein’s waiting hands, who grasps the chance with delight. Following this, Suryakumar Yadav steps onto the pitch and faces a dot ball. The first over concludes with a total of six runs on the scoreboard and a wicket claimed by West Indies. The match begins on a positive note for the West Indies team.
-Jaiswal falls victim to Akeal Hosein’s caught-and-bowled effort. Hosein strikes first, sending a flat and swift delivery on the off-stump. Jaiswal attempts to pull it through mid-wicket but is caught off guard by the pace, resulting in the ball catching the outer part of his bat. The ball goes straight back to Hosein, who makes a confident catch. The Windies team erupts in celebration, recognizing the crucial breakthrough. Unfortunately, Jaiswal couldn’t replicate his heroic performances today.
Series Decider 🤝 Super Sunday
All to play for in Florida as #TeamIndia takes on West Indies for the 5th & Final T20I 👌#WIvIND pic.twitter.com/RpGSxa6EN3
— BCCI (@BCCI) August 13, 2023
The 5-match T20 Series between the West Indies and India hangs in the balance at a 2-2 deadlock. The initial battles witnessed the West Indies claiming victory, but the Indian team made a strong comeback by securing triumphs in the third and fourth matches. The team that emerges victorious today will assert their supremacy over the series.
Confirmed playing elevens for both teams
India (Playing Eleven)
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Shubman Gill
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilk Varma
- Hardik Pandya (Captain)
- Sanju Samson (Wicket-Keeper)
- Akshar Patel
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Arshdeep Singh
- Yuzvendra Chahal
- Mukesh Kumar
West Indies (Playing Eleven)
- Brandon King
- Kyle Mayers
- Shai Hope
- Nicholas Pooran (Wicket-Keeper)
- Rovman Powell (Captain)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Jason Holder
- Roston Chase
- Romario Shepherd
- Akeal Hosein
- Alzarri Joseph
As the excitement reaches its peak, cricket enthusiasts around the world eagerly await the thrilling clash that will decide the fate of this closely contested One Day Series.
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