Twitter reactions: Jason Holder sizzles as West Indies pip India in a thrilling first T20I
The first T20I between West Indies and India at the Brian Lara Stadium turned out to be a thrilling contest where the hosts emerged victorious by 4 runs.
West Indies set a target of 150 runs for India in their allotted 20 overs, finishing at 149/6. Windies batters showcased a mix of steady partnerships and aggressive strokes. Nicholas Pooran played a pivotal role, scoring 41 runs off 34 balls with two fours and two sixes.
Captain Rovman Powell‘s aggressive knock of 48 runs from 32 balls, including three fours and three sixes, further boosted the West Indies total. Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh were the standout bowlers for India, each picking up two wickets.
Jason Holder shine as West Indies defend the low total
Chasing 150 for victory, India struggled to find momentum and managed 145/9 in their 20 overs. Tilak Varma‘s impressive innings of 39 runs off 22 balls, with two fours and three sixes, kept India in contention.
However, the rest of the batting lineup faltered under pressure, and no other batter could make a significant impact. Romario Shepherd and Jason Holder starred with the ball for the West Indies, taking two wickets each and stifling India’s batting efforts.
In a closely fought encounter, West Indies emerged victorious by a narrow margin of four runs. With this win, West Indies took a 1-0 lead in the T20I series, setting the stage for an enthralling battle between the two cricketing powerhouses in the remaining matches.
Here is how Twitter reacted:
WI WIN! Sheppie holds his nerve to deliver a 4 run victory.#WIHome #RallywithWI #KuhlT20 pic.twitter.com/zM4haytD9u
— Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) August 3, 2023
India in T20I chases this year
Lost v SL (target 207)
Lost v NZ (target 177)
Won v NZ (target 100)
Lost v WI (target 150)First time since 2012, India men lost 3 out of 4 consecutive T20I chases.#WIvIND
— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) August 3, 2023
India Losing while Chasing less than 150 Scores under a Captain
Dhoni – 2 times
Rahane – 1 time
Hardik – 1 time*— Broken Cricket (@BrokenCricket) August 3, 2023
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) August 3, 2023
India vs West Indies in the last 5 matches in this series:
– Draw
– India won
– West Indies won
– India won
– West Indies wonWest Indies giving a great fight to mighty Indian team. pic.twitter.com/Sg8xLyiduL
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) August 3, 2023
WEST INDIES HAVE DEFEATED INDIA BY 5 RUNS…!!
What an outstanding bowling performance by West Indies – they defended 149 against India! pic.twitter.com/oWhsryYQrT
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) August 3, 2023
West Indies hold their nerve and go 1-0 up in the five-match T20I series 👏#WIvIND | 📝: https://t.co/NfcMJQlC3w pic.twitter.com/sMBCfpSh8W
— ICC (@ICC) August 3, 2023
Double wicket maiden over for Jason Holder
We salute! pic.twitter.com/YM8Wnxd8GT
— Caribbean Cricket Podcast (@CaribCricket) August 3, 2023
Jason Holder won man of the match award for his brilliant bowling performance. pic.twitter.com/qZXxtADcHB
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) August 3, 2023
What a bowling spell from #JasonHolder WOW 😳 Bowled double wicket maiden over. 4 overs 19 runs 2 wickets. Outstanding performance. Never take #WestIndies lightly in #T20Cricket #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/Gz3yrmm6pj
— Goku (@AVInFo18) August 3, 2023
Jason Holder 👏
From conceding 30 in super over in ICC CWC qualifiers against Netherlands, to, giving only 19/2 in 4 OVERS today against IND.#Indvswi pic.twitter.com/0k5UcTMzwP
— Muhammad Bilal (@m_bilal5649) August 3, 2023
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August 04, 2023 at 12:48AM
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