- India posted 249/5, led by Sanju Samson’s 82.
- Hope’s unbeaten 102 sealed West Indies’ record-breaking T20I chase.
- This stunning victory leveled the T20I series 1-1.
IND vs WI 2nd T20I: West Indies produced a remarkable batting comeback to overcome India’s imposing total in the second T20I in Ranchi, drawing the series level at 1-1. Chasing 250 for victory, the visitors relied on a magnificent unbeaten century from captain Shai Hope to complete a record-breaking run chase in their T20I history. India had set the contest up for a high-scoring finish with 249/5 in their 20 overs. Sanju Samson led the charge with a blistering 82 from 41 balls, while Ishan Kishan contributed 43 off 22 deliveries.
Shreyas Iyer’s 40 from 18 balls and Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 44 off 18 ensured India finished with a daunting target.
Mayank Yadav Delivers Early Blows, But Hope Stands Firm
India initially appeared to have the upper hand when Mayank Yadav struck twice in quick succession.
Kamil Pooran departed for just five before the pacer dismissed Hetmyer on the very next delivery, leaving West Indies under immediate pressure.
Hope, however, refused to let the early setbacks dictate the chase.
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The skipper took charge with an aggressive innings, keeping the required run rate within reach as he found boundaries regularly.
Rovman Powell offered some support with a handful of boundaries but could not convert his start into a substantial contribution.
Sherfane Rutherford then joined Hope in an important partnership, scoring 84 runs to keep the visitors firmly in the contest. Their stand helped West Indies recover and set up a dramatic finish.
Hope Goes Into Overdrive To Seal Historic Win
With five overs remaining, West Indies needed 63 runs with six wickets still available.
Hope continued to attack, and the arrival of Romario Shepherd added further firepower to the chase.
India struggled to contain the late onslaught. Arshdeep Singh conceded 17 runs in the 18th over, handing the visitors valuable momentum at a crucial stage.
Hope then struck two sixes in the following over, reaching the target in style.
The West Indies captain completed an unbeaten 102 off just 45 balls, guiding his side to a stunning victory and sealing their highest successful run chase in T20I cricket.
After India’s explosive batting display, Hope’s masterclass ensured the visitors walked away with the series level at 1-1.
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