Twitter reactions: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill sizzle as India thrash West Indies in 4th T20I to level the series
Team India showcased their prowess against West Indies in the 4th T20I by registering a dominant 9-wicket win at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill to level the 5-match series 2-2.
Having won the toss, West Indies elected to bat first. Their innings saw a mix of solid performances and quick dismissals, resulting in a total of 178 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Shimron Hetmyer’s explosive knock of 61 runs off 39 balls, including 3 fours and 4 sixes, was the standout performance in the West Indies’ innings.
The Indian bowlers exhibited a commendable effort, with Arshdeep Singh leading the way by taking 3 crucial wickets, well-supported by Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Kuldeep Yadav.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill lead India to a big win
In response, India’s batting proved to be a dominant force. The opening duo of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill put on a spectacular show, orchestrating a partnership that guided India to victory. Jaiswal’s aggressive innings of 84 runs off 51 balls, featuring 11 fours and 3 sixes, set the tone for India’s chase.
Similarly, Gill’s contribution of 77 runs off 47 balls, embellished with 3 fours and 5 sixes, solidified India’s control over the match. Their partnership propelled India to a comfortable total of 179/1 in just 17 overs, sealing a convincing 9-wicket victory.
“It’s not easy, I am happy to go out there and perform. I try to play how team needs. I try to score quickly and how many shots I can play in the powerplay. Reading the wicket, reading the situation, everything is important. The partnership with Gill was really amazing, he batted really well. I want to thank everyone coming here and supporting us,” said Yashasvi after bagging the Player of the Match.
Here is how Twitter reacted:
Series Tied at 2! WI go to a decider tomorrow in the Kuhl Stylish Fans T20I Series powered by Black & White.#WIHOME #WIvIND #KUHLT20 pic.twitter.com/eBYwSkxJNk
— Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) August 12, 2023
https://twitter.com/robbieuthappa/status/1690425217175465984
YASHASVI JAISWAL, THE HERO…!!
What a knock, on his 2nd T20, he smashed 84* runs from just 51 balls in the chase when series on the line for India.
– A star for the future. pic.twitter.com/KQwvZG6Ip5
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) August 12, 2023
Heard stories of Sourav-Sachin. 📕
Lived them through Gautam-Viru. 🔥
Dhawan-Rohit began a legacy. 🧿
And now, watching Jaiswal-Gill carry forward the dream. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/L6sRyplDdd
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) August 12, 2023
Highest opening partnership for India (men's T20I)
165 – Gill & Jaiswal v WI, today
165 – Rohit & Rahul v SL, 2017
160 – Rohit & Dhawan v IRE, 2018
158 – Rohit & Dhawan v NZ, 2017
140 – Rohit & Rahul v AFG, 2021#WIvIND— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) August 12, 2023
Man of the Match: Yashasvi Jaiswal#WIvIND #4thT20I #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/M0VRv4lgOq
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) August 12, 2023
India have levelled the T20i series 2-2 against West Indies:
Yashasvi Jaiswal – 84* (51).
Shubman Gill – 77 (47).– One of the finest opening partnerships! pic.twitter.com/ONtM448If7
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) August 12, 2023
Highest Opening Partnership for India in
Test – V Mankad/P Roy (413)
ODI – Sachin/Ganguly (258)
T20I – Rohit/Rahul (165)
Gill/Jaiswal (165)*— Broken Cricket (@BrokenCricket) August 12, 2023
Fiery Florida Flourish 💪🔥#WIvIND #Whistle4Blue 🇮🇳
📸 : @BCCI pic.twitter.com/qPIvM3gKmR— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) August 12, 2023
Youngest Indian Opener to score T20I fifty
21yr 227d – Yashasvi Jaiswal*
22yr 041d – Rohit Sharma
22yr 239d – Ishan Kishan#WIvIND | #YashasviJaiswal— Cricbaba (@thecricbaba) August 12, 2023
India draw level in the T20I series with brilliant win 👏#WIvIND | 📝 https://t.co/Dzg9Msf5g8 pic.twitter.com/biFhqUWaD9
— ICC (@ICC) August 12, 2023
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August 13, 2023 at 12:02AM
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