WI v AFG: Dominant Win in T20 World Cup as WI Break Records and
Advance Unbeaten
West Indies
thrash Afghanistan, breaking records in the T20 World Cup and advancing
unbeaten to the next stage.
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West Indies Secure Unbeaten Status
The West Indies have sent a strong message to their
competitors by securing a dominant win over Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup
2024. This victory not only solidifies their position as a formidable team but
also marks their unbeaten run in the group stage of the tournament.
Match Overview
West Indies vs Afghanistan: Scorecard
The match took place at the run-friendly Daren Sammy
Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia. Rashid Khan won the toss and elected to field,
aiming to capitalize on early breakthroughs. However, the West Indies’ batsmen
had other plans.
WI’ Record-Breaking Start
Match Outcome: West Indies won by 104 runs.
Key Performances: Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, and
the entire West Indies bowling unit.
The West Indies started their innings in explosive
fashion. Despite losing Brandon King early, Johnson Charles and Nicholas Pooran
quickly turned the tide. Charles struck three boundaries in the third over,
setting the stage for Pooran’s extraordinary performance.
Pooran’s Unbelievable Over
Pooran produced a historic 36-run over off Azmatullah
Omarzai, including:
6 runs
5 runs off a no-ball
5 runs off a wide
0 runs
4 leg-byes
4 runs
Two consecutive 6s
This remarkable over is only the fifth time in Men’s T20I
history that an over has gone for 36 runs and the second time at a Men’s World
Cup.
Dominant Powerplay Performance
Highest T20 WC Team PowerPlay scores:
92 by West Indies vs Afghanistan (2024)
91 by Netherlands vs Ireland (2014)
89 by England vs South Africa (2016)
83 by South Africa vs England (2016)
82 by India vs Scotland (2021)
The West Indies reached 92/1 at the six-over mark,
breaking the record for the biggest Powerplay total in Men’s T20 World Cup
history. This aggressive start laid a solid foundation for their innings.
Mid-Innings Surge
After Charles’s dismissal for 43 off 27 balls, the West
Indies reached 113/2 at the drinks break. Shai Hope’s cameo (25 off 17) helped
maintain the run rate. Pooran continued his assault, raising his fifty off just
31 balls, his first in a T20 World Cup.
Slowing Down and Accelerating Again
Overs 12 to 15 saw a brief lull with no boundaries,
allowing Afghanistan to bring the run rate back under 10. However, Rovman
Powell reignited the momentum with a six in the 16th over, pushing the Windies
past 150.
Pooran’s Record-Breaking 98
Pooran’s 98 off 53 balls became the highest individual
score of the tournament. His dismissal just shy of a century was a result of a
spectacular throw from Omarzai.
West Indies’ Final Score
The WI v AFG ended their innings at 218/5, their
highest score in T20 World Cup history and the highest of the 2024 tournament
so far.
Records Broken During West Indies’ Innings
Highest total of Men’s 2024 T20 World Cup
Highest individual innings of Men’s 2024 T20 World Cup
Highest Powerplay in Men’s T20 World Cup history
Highest total for West Indies in Men’s T20 World Cups
Equal most runs conceded in one over in Men’s T20 World
Cup history
Second highest team total against Afghanistan in Men’s
T20I history
Pooran overtook Chris Gayle for most sixes by a West
Indies player in Men’s T20I history
Afghanistan’s Challenging Chase
Early Setbacks
Facing a daunting target, Afghanistan needed a strong
start. However, Rahmanullah Gurbaz was dismissed for 0 off 3 balls, setting the
tone for their innings.
Powerplay Performance
Despite the early loss, Gulbadin Naib and Ibrahim Zadran
managed to stabilize the innings, reaching 45/1 at the end of the Powerplay.
Mid-Innings Collapse
Gutakesh Motie triggered a collapse, taking key wickets
as Afghanistan stumbled to 66/5 at the drinks break.
Brief Resistance and Final Collapse
Karim Janat and Omarzai provided a brief resurgence,
hitting sixes in the 11th over. However, Omarzai’s dismissal in the 13th over
marked the beginning of the end for Afghanistan. They were eventually bowled
out for 114, their first defeat of the World Cup.
West
Indies’ Dominant Bowling Performance
The West Indies’ bowling unit showcased a collective
effort:
Gutakesh Motie and the spinners effectively controlled
the middle overs.
Pacers like Andre Russell and Rovman Powell applied
pressure, leading to regular wickets.
Key Bowling Figures
Gutakesh Motie: Consistent breakthroughs
Andre Russell: Early wicket and tight lines
Rovman Powell: Key middle-order dismissals
Hi Search News Conclusion
Winning by 104 runs, the West Indies not only maintained
their unbeaten status but also sent a strong message to their competitors as
they advance to the Super Eight stage. Their world-beating form, highlighted by
Pooran’s record-breaking performance and a comprehensive team effort, sets them
up as a force to be reckoned with in the tournament.
Key Takeaways
The West Indies’ aggressive batting and disciplined
bowling make them a top contender.
Pooran’s remarkable innings and the team’s
record-breaking Powerplay set new benchmarks in T20 World Cup history.
Afghanistan will need to regroup and analyze their performance
to bounce back in the next stage of the competition.
With the Super Eight stage on the horizon, cricket fans
can expect more thrilling performances from the West Indies as they aim for the
T20 World Cup title.
