WI vs ENG, 3rd T20I: In a nail-biting T20 International match at Grenada's National Stadium, England pulled off a record chase of 223 runs against the West Indies with seven wickets in hand and a ball to spare. The series, now standing at 2-1 in favour of West Indies, is set for a thrilling finish.
Nicholas Pooran led the charge for West Indies with a T20I career-best 82 from 45 balls, steering the team to an imposing total of 222 runs in the first innings. Rovman Powell's explosive cameo of 39 off 21 added to the onslaught, setting the stage for a challenging chase for England.
England found heroes in Philip Salt and Jos Buttler who got the visitors to a great start. Salt, scoring a maiden T20 hundred with nine sixes in his 109 from 56 balls, partnered with Buttler to establish a century opening stand of 115 runs. However, Gudakesh Motie's left-arm spin put the brakes on England's scoring, leaving them with a daunting task of 102 runs from the last seven overs.
Recommended For You
ALSO READ: Vijay Hazare Trophy 2023: Haryana Lift Maiden Title With 30-run Victory Over Rajasthan In Final
Just when the odds seemed against them, Liam Livingstone's quick 70-run partnership with Salt revived England's hopes. Salt's innings, backed by his signature aggressive style, included a sequence of three consecutive sixes off Alzarri Joseph.
The climax came with an explosive assault from Harry Brook, who remained unbeaten on 31 from seven balls, clinching the victory with a ball to spare. England burgled 21 runs from the final over, securing their third-highest successful T20I chase.
ALSO READ: AUS vs PAK 1st Test: Bowlers Shine As Australia Lead Pakistan By 300 On Day 3
Reece Topley's impactful return to the team saw him dismissing Kyle Mayers early on, while Tymal Mills faced the brunt of West Indies' six-hitting capability. Nicholas Pooran's rebuilding effort, along with Powell and Sherfane Rutherford's aggressive contributions came short as West Indies faced their first defeat of the series.
England and West Indies will next face off on December 20 in the 4th T20I of the series.