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Abhishek Sharma's 69 propels India to 14‑run win over West Indies, 2-1 series lead
✍️ Times of India
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 11:27 AM
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Abhishek Sharma's 69‑run knock helped India chase 210, beating West Indies by 14 runs and taking a 2-1 lead in the five‑match T20I series.
Abhishek Sharma was the match‑winner for India, smashing 69 runs in a brisk innings that set the stage for a 210‑run target. India’s bowlers held West Indies to 209, securing a 14‑run victory. The win gave India a 2‑1 lead in the five‑match T20I series.
West Indies all‑rounder Shamar Springer revealed that the visitors had devised a plan to curb Sharma’s aggressive play, but the Indian batsman’s pace and precision proved too much.
India’s resilience and disciplined bowling were key to the win, with the team showing that it can adapt under pressure and maintain momentum in a tight series.
West Indies all‑rounder Shamar Springer revealed that the visitors had devised a plan to curb Sharma’s aggressive play, but the Indian batsman’s pace and precision proved too much.
India’s resilience and disciplined bowling were key to the win, with the team showing that it can adapt under pressure and maintain momentum in a tight series.