India 217/5 (20 overs) | West Indies 157/9 (20 overs)
India won by 60 runs
India beat West Indies by 60 runs in the third T20I in Navi Mumbai, clinching the series 2-1. Smriti Mandhana played a classy knock of 77 off 47, while Richa Ghosh blasted 54 off 21 balls to help India reach 217/5. Despite a brave cameo from Chinelle Henry (43 off 16), West Indies couldn’t chase down the target. India’s bowlers, led by Radha Yadav (4/29), sealed the victory.
India’s Innings:
- Mandhana’s Classy Fifty:
India’s innings started with Uma Chetry falling early. However, Smriti Mandhana countered aggressively, adding 98 runs with Jemimah Rodrigues (39 off 28). The duo took advantage of easy batting conditions due to dew. - Powerplay Dominance:
India raced to 61 runs in the first six overs. Mandhana’s aggressive strokeplay set the tone. Rodrigues also looked in good touch, capitalizing on loose deliveries. - Richa Ghosh’s Explosive Finish:
Rodrigues was dismissed right after the drinks break. However, Raghvi Bist (31* off 22) supported Mandhana in another 44-run stand. Mandhana fell to Deandra Dottin, but Richa Ghosh took charge. She smashed five sixes and three fours, reaching her fifty off 18 balls, the fastest by an Indian in T20Is. India finished at 217/5.
West Indies’ Chase:
- Early Setbacks:
West Indies needed 218, but the chase faltered early. Qiana Joseph hit a six before getting out. Hayley Matthews (22 off 17) and Deandra Dottin (25 off 17) couldn’t build a substantial partnership. - Chinelle Henry’s Brave Fight:
Chinelle Henry tried to keep West Indies alive with a quick 43 off 16 balls. However, wickets kept falling, and the target was always out of reach. India’s bowlers, especially Radha Yadav, kept the pressure on.
India’s Bowlers Step Up:
- Radha Yadav (4-29) was the pick of the bowlers. She varied her pace well and took crucial wickets. India’s fielding improved, and they held their catches. Pooja Vastrakar and Rajeshwari Gayakwad also kept the West Indies in check.
Summary:
- India 217/5 in 20 overs
Mandhana 77, Richa Ghosh 54; Chinelle Henry 1/14 - West Indies 157/9 in 20 overs
Chinelle Henry 43; Radha Yadav 4/29
India’s win by 60 runs was powered by Mandhana‘s foundation and Ghosh‘s fireworks. Despite Henry‘s fight, West Indies never got close to the target. With this win, India claimed the T20I series 2-1.
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