Hope springs eternal as West Indies pull off highest chase in T20Is in Ranchi
Hope and Sherfane Rutherford turned the match on its head with a 120-run stand for the fourth wicket. Rutherford smashed 84 off 37 balls, while Hope remained unbeaten on 102 off 45 as the West Indies chased down India's 250-run target with nine balls to spare.
In a thrilling encounter, the West Indies achieved a new record by successfully chasing down India's 250-run target in the second T20 International in Ranchi. Skipper Shai Hope spearheaded the chase with a stellar 102 off 45 balls, while Sherfane Rutherford contributed a magnificent 84 off 37 balls, forming a crucial 120-run stand for the fourth wicket.
The West Indies, despite losing a few wickets in the powerplay, scored 204 runs through boundaries alone, including a record 20 sixes and 21 fours. India posted a formidable total of 249/5, but the West Indies' relentless chase saw them cross the target with nine balls to spare.
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