In an exhilarating match, the West Indies clinched a nerve-wracking two-wicket triumph against India in the second T20I at Guyana National Stadium, surging to a commanding 2-0 lead in the ongoing five-game series. Pursuing a 153-run target, West Indies stumbled with two early wickets in the opening over. Yet, Nicholas Pooran's explosive 67-run innings off 40 deliveries, along with Rovman Powell's contribution of 21 runs, stabilized the innings, propelling them to 89 runs in a mere 9.5 overs. Pooran and Shimron Hetmyer extended the offensive, pushing the team's tally to 126 runs by the 14th over. Despite a minor setback, Akeal Hossein and Alzarri Joseph kept their composure, steering the team to victory with seven balls to spare.
Previously, India managed a score of 152 for seven wickets, largely credited to Tilak Varma's remarkable half-century, his maiden achievement in T20 Internationals. The 20-year-old exhibited his bold approach, amassing 51 runs from 41 balls. He formed vital partnerships alongside Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya, but consistent wicket losses impeded India's momentum. West Indies skipper Rovman Powell's strategic alterations in bowling proved fruitful in constraining India's innings.
India now confronts a formidable challenge, requiring three consecutive victories to reverse the series' course. The tandem of leg-spinners Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravi Bishnoi sparkled, yet the absence of substantial contribution from the pacers proved costly during the decisive phases of the chase. The series guarantees more riveting clashes as both squads vie for supremacy in T20 cricket.
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