In a breathtaking performance of power-touching, Tim David broke Australia to unite a sensational century Six wickets win over West Indies in third T20 International In Warner Park, Baaceter, St. Kitts. His record-breaking ton ensured that Australia extended a five-match series with two matches, underlining their dominance in the Caribbean. The match played on a flat batting surface, saw a collal Total posted by the hosts, being followed by visitors only with significant ease, broadly thanks to David’s incredible innings.
West Indies captain Shai Hope hit his first T20i century
Australia won the toss and after being selected to the bowl, a tireless attack by the West Indies batsmen, posted a hard 214 for 414 for 4 to 4 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored from a luxurious century of Shai Hope, which scored 102 runs, which was away from only 57 delivery, adorned with 8 fours and 6 towers. Hope’s elegant yet aggressive knock set the tone for the West Indies. He was supported by Brandon King, who gave an explosive start with 62 runs off 36 balls, including 36 balls and 6 sixes. His initial partnership laid a concrete foundation, putting heavy pressure on the Australian bowlers.
Other contributions included Quick 9 of 6 of Shimron Hetmier, 12 to 13 runs from Sherfen Rutherford, and Rowman Powell (5 runs 5) and Romeroo Shepherd (not out of 9) late cameos, making sure the scoreboard was standing at a rapid pace. For Australia, the bowling attack found it challenging to include free-flieing Windies Batters. Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa and Mitchell Owen each managed to take a solitary wickets respectively, scored 37, 51 and 23, respectively. Scene Abbott was the most economical, scoring just 21 runs from their four overs without a wicket, while Ben Boveshuis and Glenn Maxwell scored 46 and 31 runs respectively, proved to be expensive.
Tim David smash the fastest T20i century for Australia
Chasing a formidable target of 215, Australia’s innings began with a stable but explosive start. Mitchell Marsh contributed 22 runs from 19 balls, while Josh Englandis added a Quickfire 15 by 6 runs. Cameron Green struggled to find a rhythm, scoring 14 runs. However, it was the arrival Tim david At the crease that completely replaces the tide. David performed a stunning batting, reaching his century in just 37 balls, an innings that included 6 fours and a shocking 11 sixes. His strike rate was only unprecedented, immersing the West Indies bowling attack with disdain.
He found an excellent companion in Mitchell Owen, who played an important supporting role with a fast 36 runs off just 16 balls, featuring 2 fours and 3 sixes. Earlier, Maxwell set up 20 runs in 7 delivery, setting the stage for David’s heroes. Played an important role in chasing the partnership between David and Owen, allowing Australia to reach the target with a notable 23 balls with 23 balls, reaching 4 to 4 in 215 in just 16.1 overs.
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The West Indies bowlers did not respond to David’s attack, despite their best efforts. Romario was a pickle of Shepherd bowlers, claiming two wickets for 39 runs, while Jason Holder managed one wicket for 35 runs. Zedia Blades, Akil Hosin, Gudkesh Moti and Roston Chase all went for all the important runs as Australia operated to win.
David’s match -winning performance earned him with the Player of the Match Award. The victory marks Australia’s third consecutive win in the series, winning the 8-verse win in the first second T20I and the first 3-can win.
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Already with a series in their bags, Australia will look to continue their victory speed when they will face the West Indies again on Saturday, 26 July.
