India made an important breakthrough in the fourth T20I against the West Indies after winning the toss and opting to bowl first. West Indies openers Shai Hope and Jewel Andrew started aggressively, putting together 52 runs in just four overs and putting the Indian bowlers under early pressure. However, Indian captain Shreyas Iyer introduced spin, and Axar Patel delivered an immediate breakthrough in the fifth over.
The left-arm spinner dismissed the dangerous-looking Andrew with a clever change of pace and length. On the second delivery of the over, Axar bowled a slower ball on a good length outside off stump. Andrew attempted a reverse sweep but failed to make contact, with the ball striking him above the knees and appearing in line with the stumps. The West Indies batter opted for a review, but the decision stood, forcing him to return to the pavilion.
Andrew departed after scoring 21 runs off 16 deliveries, including two boundaries and a six. His aggressive approach had helped the West Indies build momentum during the powerplay, making his dismissal a timely breakthrough for India.
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Axar conceded only eight runs in the over while claiming the crucial wicket, offering some relief to the Indian bowling attack after the explosive start from the West Indies openers.
Watch Jewel Andrew’s dismissal here:
*Axar Patel breaks the quick-fire opening stand! 🇮🇳☝️*
*Jewel Andrew is trapped LBW after a flying start in this must-win clash! ❌*
*WI – 60/1 (5)* https://t.co/KfqWovR2bi
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Axar Patel has taken the big wicket of Jewel Andrew as India make their first breakthrough
West Indies 52/1 in 4.2 overs against India
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The ongoing India vs West Indies T20I series has been challenging for bowlers, with batting-friendly pitches allowing batters to score freely. Axar has also experienced mixed results throughout the series.
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He began with an impressive performance in the opening match, taking two wickets for 26 runs in 3.1 overs. However, the second T20I proved difficult, as he conceded 63 runs in 3.3 overs without taking a wicket, recording an economy rate of 18.00. He also struggled in the following match, giving away 33 runs and claiming one wicket in three overs at an economy rate of 11.00.
In the fourth T20I, Axar had conceded 19 runs from his first two overs at an economy rate of 9.50, with Andrew’s wicket providing India with an important breakthrough.
