Indore: India defeated West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I at Holkar Stadium on Sunday, October 11, taking a 2–1 lead in the five-match series. Abhishek Sharma’s explosive half-century and Arshdeep Singh’s decisive bowling performance helped the hosts defend a challenging total of 223 runs.
Abhishek Sharma Creates History With Explosive Knock
After being asked to bat first, India lost Sanju Samson early. However, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan transformed the innings with an aggressive 108-run partnership for the second wicket.
Abhishek smashed 69 runs from just 30 deliveries, including six boundaries and five sixes. He reached his half-century in only 18 balls and became the fastest batter to complete 2,000 T20I runs in terms of balls faced.
Kishan contributed 37 off 18 balls before West Indies fought back through regular wickets. Despite a middle-order collapse, India finished on 223 all out in 20 overs.
Arshdeep Singh Delivers Match-Winning Performance
Chasing 224, West Indies suffered an early setback when captain Shai Hope was dismissed.
Shimron Hetmyer counterattacked with 43 runs, while Kamil Pooran added 42 to keep the visitors competitive.
Naman Dhir claimed two important wickets before Arshdeep Singh strengthened India’s position with crucial dismissals in the closing overs.
Arshdeep finished with impressive figures of 3/44, while Dhir registered 2/39.
Shamar Springer produced a dramatic late assault, remaining unbeaten on 35 from just 11 balls. However, West Indies could only reach 209/7.
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India Take 2–1 Series Lead
The victory marked India’s successful response to their defeat in the second T20I, when West Indies chased down a massive 250-run target.
With two matches remaining, India have regained the advantage in the series. Arshdeep Singh was named Player of the Match for his three-wicket performance.
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