It was Diwali fireworks from the bat of Rohit Sharma. The only man on the earth to have score four T20 Hundreds. He is in sublime form to say the least. It is becoming regular feature in India's ODI matches (50 over or T20), if the opposition cannot get Rohit out early, he will knock out the opposition Single handedly. He has showed that twice in this series itself. Once in Brabourne Stadium where he outscored the whole Windies batting line up and second time in yesterday's T20 match where he scored 111 runs and Windies batsman this time managed to outscore him and they scored 124. This shows the man's impact on the match. There is no doubt that around the world RoHIT(man) Sharma has become most feared batsman in white ball format. He makes batting look like a romantic song - smooth and silky. Infact, I feel that in coming matches if a bowler gets Rohit Sharma out early, he will be given man of the match for the simple reason that Rohit's wicket atleast saves 100 runs for the opposition.
Coming to the match, as expected Windies made one change and replaced out of form Rovman Powell with Nicolas Pooran. India went unchanged. Windies won the toss and decided to field first on a new pitch with expectations of dew. Indian openers were watchful for first three overs. Assessed the pitch conditions to launch a fierce attack on Windies bowlers later on. In fact Rohit sharma mentioned in the post match presentation about the conscious effort to be watchful for first three overs. This paid rich dividend and the Opening pair went on to put another 100+ runs partnership in a T20 match. This partnership itself turned the odds in favour of India. Dhawan perished in the 14th over trying to accelerate to Fabian Allen to a very good catch by Pooran. Pant also got in and out after facing five deliveries trying to hit a six in Cow corner. By this time Rohit had become the beast which we all know of. In the death overs, ably aided by KL Rahul, Rohit transformed his batting from a car to jet plane which took off quickly. India scored staggering 66 in last 5 overs @ run rate of 13.20 per over. By the end of the first innings, Windies had already lost the game in mind. However, they had to come out and bat for the 20 overs and hope for the miracle from any of its batsman.
However, miracle did not happen and India's clinical bowling performance ensured India winning the T20 series as well. Windies were listless from the start of the chase. After hitting a beautiful Six, Shai hope was bowled by Khaleel trying to hit one more out of the ground. Hetmyer was joined by another southpaw, Bravo. The duo tried to stitch a partnership however, Hetmyer got out to Khaleel trying to heave the ball in the sixth over of the match. From then it all went down for Windies. Kuldeep took two in one over. Bumrah bowled a beautiful bouncer to get rid of his Mumbai India teammate Pollard. At 68 for 5 at 11 overs, captain came to bat for formality and game was done and dusted by then. The Windies ensured that they did not get all out and ended their innings at 124 for 9.
A lot was expected out of Windies in T20 matches however, they have been nothing short of listless and dull. They have not put up any kind of competition to the Indian team. Now, going to the third match Indians can experiment and give the opportunity to the players who have been warming the bench.
Let's hope in the third match Windies play the brand of cricket which they are known for, so that we get some competitive match. Otherwise it can be the same routine match where Indians put up a clinical performance.
Cheers!!
Happy Diwali!!
Happy New Year!!
Coming to the match, as expected Windies made one change and replaced out of form Rovman Powell with Nicolas Pooran. India went unchanged. Windies won the toss and decided to field first on a new pitch with expectations of dew. Indian openers were watchful for first three overs. Assessed the pitch conditions to launch a fierce attack on Windies bowlers later on. In fact Rohit sharma mentioned in the post match presentation about the conscious effort to be watchful for first three overs. This paid rich dividend and the Opening pair went on to put another 100+ runs partnership in a T20 match. This partnership itself turned the odds in favour of India. Dhawan perished in the 14th over trying to accelerate to Fabian Allen to a very good catch by Pooran. Pant also got in and out after facing five deliveries trying to hit a six in Cow corner. By this time Rohit had become the beast which we all know of. In the death overs, ably aided by KL Rahul, Rohit transformed his batting from a car to jet plane which took off quickly. India scored staggering 66 in last 5 overs @ run rate of 13.20 per over. By the end of the first innings, Windies had already lost the game in mind. However, they had to come out and bat for the 20 overs and hope for the miracle from any of its batsman.
However, miracle did not happen and India's clinical bowling performance ensured India winning the T20 series as well. Windies were listless from the start of the chase. After hitting a beautiful Six, Shai hope was bowled by Khaleel trying to hit one more out of the ground. Hetmyer was joined by another southpaw, Bravo. The duo tried to stitch a partnership however, Hetmyer got out to Khaleel trying to heave the ball in the sixth over of the match. From then it all went down for Windies. Kuldeep took two in one over. Bumrah bowled a beautiful bouncer to get rid of his Mumbai India teammate Pollard. At 68 for 5 at 11 overs, captain came to bat for formality and game was done and dusted by then. The Windies ensured that they did not get all out and ended their innings at 124 for 9.
A lot was expected out of Windies in T20 matches however, they have been nothing short of listless and dull. They have not put up any kind of competition to the Indian team. Now, going to the third match Indians can experiment and give the opportunity to the players who have been warming the bench.
Let's hope in the third match Windies play the brand of cricket which they are known for, so that we get some competitive match. Otherwise it can be the same routine match where Indians put up a clinical performance.
Cheers!!
Happy Diwali!!
Happy New Year!!
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