Australia takes a 2-0 lead as Inglis and Green spoil Russell's farewell
Australia takes a 2-0 lead as Inglis and Green spoil Russell's farewell
WI vs AUS, 2nd T20I: Josh Inglis' unbeaten 78-run knock off 33 balls helped Australia beat West Indies by eight wickets in Andre Russell's last international appearance at the Sabina Park.
Australia took a 2-0 lead in the series against West Indies at Sabina Park, thanks to a powerful partnership between Josh Inglis and Cameron Green and strong bowling from Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell. The match also marked Andre Russell’s final international game, ending with a heartfelt farewell.
Inglis and Green’s Record Stand
Josh Inglis smashed an unbeaten 78 off just 33 balls, while Cameron Green hit his second consecutive fifty with 56 off 33 balls. After Australia stumbled early at 42 for 2 in the powerplay, the pair added a huge third-wicket stand and chased down 173 with ease, winning by eight wickets and 28 balls to spare.
West Indies dropped six catches, including three in the same over. Both Inglis and Green were dropped twice, which proved costly. Russell also dropped catches and went for 16 runs in his final international over.
Zampa and Maxwell Spin a Web
Australia’s spinners changed the game after West Indies got off to a fast start, reaching 63 for no loss. Zampa took 3 wickets for 29 runs, and Maxwell grabbed 2 for 15. Brandon King made 51 off 36 balls, but the middle order collapsed after the spinners came in.
Debutant Matthew Kuhnemann bowled well in the powerplay, but King took him apart in his third over. After that, Zampa and Maxwell kept the pressure on with tight bowling and sharp fielding.
Dre Russ Lights Up Sabina Park One Last Time
Andre Russell got a guard of honour before the match and gave fans one final show with a fiery 36 off just 15 balls, hitting three sixes in his first five deliveries. He attacked Zampa and Dwarshuis but was caught off Nathan Ellis. Every Aussie player shook his hand before he left to a standing ovation from the crowd.
Fielding Errors Hurt Windies
Both teams dropped catches, but West Indies made more errors and paid the price. Maxwell opened the innings to attack the spin early and scored 12 before falling to pace. Marsh was dropped twice before getting out, but the seventh over from Motie was a disaster three missed chances, with Inglis and Green benefiting immediately.
Green and Inglis punished those misses by going after the bowlers. Inglis reached his fifty off just 22 balls with incredible shots, including a massive six that landed on the roof. Green added four sixes himself.
In the end, Holder dropped Inglis again off his own bowling. Australia needed 73 from 54 balls at the start of the 12th over. But by the end of the 14th, after Joseph conceded 22 runs, they needed just four more to win.
Australia took a 2-0 lead in the series against West Indies at Sabina Park, thanks to a powerful partnership between Josh Inglis and Cameron Green and strong bowling from Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell. The match also marked Andre Russell’s final international game, ending with a heartfelt farewell.
Inglis and Green’s Record Stand
Josh Inglis smashed an unbeaten 78 off just 33 balls, while Cameron Green hit his second consecutive fifty with 56 off 33 balls. After Australia stumbled early at 42 for 2 in the powerplay, the pair added a huge third-wicket stand and chased down 173 with ease, winning by eight wickets and 28 balls to spare.
West Indies dropped six catches, including three in the same over. Both Inglis and Green were dropped twice, which proved costly. Russell also dropped catches and went for 16 runs in his final international over.
Zampa and Maxwell Spin a Web
Australia’s spinners changed the game after West Indies got off to a fast start, reaching 63 for no loss. Zampa took 3 wickets for 29 runs, and Maxwell grabbed 2 for 15. Brandon King made 51 off 36 balls, but the middle order collapsed after the spinners came in.
Debutant Matthew Kuhnemann bowled well in the powerplay, but King took him apart in his third over. After that, Zampa and Maxwell kept the pressure on with tight bowling and sharp fielding.
Dre Russ Lights Up Sabina Park One Last Time
Andre Russell got a guard of honour before the match and gave fans one final show with a fiery 36 off just 15 balls, hitting three sixes in his first five deliveries. He attacked Zampa and Dwarshuis but was caught off Nathan Ellis. Every Aussie player shook his hand before he left to a standing ovation from the crowd.
4th Fielding Errors Hurt Windies
Both teams dropped catches, but West Indies made more errors and paid the price. Maxwell opened the innings to attack the spin early and scored 12 before falling to pace. Marsh was dropped twice before getting out, but the seventh over from Motie was a disaster three missed chances, with Inglis and Green benefiting immediately.
Green and Inglis punished those misses by going after the bowlers. Inglis reached his fifty off just 22 balls with incredible shots, including a massive six that landed on the roof. Green added four sixes himself.
In the end, Holder dropped Inglis again off his own bowling. Australia needed 73 from 54 balls at the start of the 12th over. But by the end of the 14th, after Joseph conceded 22 runs, they needed just four more to win.