In a run-fest at the JSCA International Stadium, Ranchi, West Indies chased down India’s mammoth 249 to win the 2nd T20I by 6 wickets. With this win, the 5-match series is now level at 1-1.
West Indies won the toss and elected to field first.
India Innings – Samson’s Fireworks and Tilak-Iyer Onslaught
India Innings
Batting Highlights
Top Scorer
Fast Start
Captain’s Knock
Unbeaten Finish
India Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | 20 | 12 |
| Sanju Samson | 82 | 41 |
| Ishan Kishan | 43 | 22 |
| Shivam Dube | 7 | 10 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 40 | 18 |
| Tilak Varma * | 44* | 18 |
| Naman Dhir * | 4* | 1 |
Innings Recap
India posted a massive 249/5 in 20 overs.
After Samson and Shivam Dube fell to Roston Chase, India were 162/4.
Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma accelerated brilliantly, helping India score 87 runs in the final six overs.
India smashed 23 runs in the 20th over to finish with a huge total.
West Indies Chase – Shai Hope Show
West Indies Innings
Target: 250 Runs
Captain’s Match-Winning Knock
Match Recap
Chasing 250, West Indies needed something special, and captain Shai Hope delivered with a sensational unbeaten century.
He smashed 102* off 45 balls, including 6 fours and 9 sixes, guiding West Indies to a thrilling total of 252/4.
West Indies won by 6 wickets, levelling the series.
Key Highlights
Highest Chase at Ranchi
This is one of the highest successful chases in India vs West Indies T20I history.
Toss Factor
West Indies won the toss and chose to bowl, a decision that worked as dew came in.
Bowling Struggles
Arshdeep Singh went wicketless for 45 runs in 4 overs, while Shamar Springer conceded 64 runs in 4 overs despite taking 2 wickets.
What’s Next?
India vs West Indies
October 11, 2026
Holkar Stadium, Indore
7:00 PM IST
With the series tied at 1-1, the Indore clash will be crucial for both teams as they look to take the lead in the series.
IND vs WI 2nd T20I Full Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | 249/5 | 20.0 |
| 🌴 West Indies | 252/4 | 19.3 |
West Indies won by 6 wickets
Shai Hope
102* runs