Indore: India and West Indies will face off in the third T20 International today, with the match scheduled to begin at 7 pm amid temperatures hovering around 34 degrees Celsius. The five-match series is tied 1-1. India’s defeat on Friday ended its winning streak of 10 consecutive T20 matches.
After a staggering 501 runs were scored in 38.3 overs during Friday’s second match in Ranchi, Indore could witness another run fest today.
Shai Hope Has Already Created History
West Indies captain Shai Hope was the only wicketkeeper-captain in the world to score a century in T20 Internationals. He struck his second T20I century on Friday, further strengthening his hold on this unique record.
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West Indies Are Exceptional Run-Chase Masters
On Friday, West Indies successfully chased down a massive target of 250 runs. The Caribbean side became only the second team to successfully chase a target of 250 or more in T20 cricket. South Africa tops the record books after chasing 259 against West Indies in 2023, while Shai Hope’s team now occupies second place.
All three of West Indies’ T20I victories on Indian soil have come while chasing a target.