West Indies surged ahead 2-0 against
England
in their five-match T20I series, securing a 10-run victory in the second game in St George's, Grenada as
Brandon King
's impressive innings of 82 played a pivotal role in the home team's triumph.
England captain, Jos Buttler, having chosen to field after losing the first game, saw his bowlers struggling to contain the formidable opener Brandon King, who remained unbeaten in his blistering 52-ball knock that included five sixes and eight boundaries.
In reply, England's Sam Curran was the lone batter to capitalize on his start with a score of 50, while Alzarri Joseph claimed three crucial top-order wickets, limiting England to 166 for 7 in 20 overs.
Despite early setbacks for West Indies with Nicholas Pooran, Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer falling cheaply, Captain Rovman Powell's aggressive play, featuring four sixes and a boundary in one over against Curran, took West Indies to a total of 176 or 7.
The West Indies bowlers, led by Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie, stifled England's batting line-up. Joseph's impressive bowling, dismissing Phil Salt, Will Jacks and Curran, played a crucial role. Andre Russell's late onslaught, contributing two sixes, added 72 runs in the final five overs.
England suffered an early setback in chase as Buttler fell to Hosein and spinner Motie further tightened the grip on England's run rate. Joseph's impactful bowling performance ensured West Indies' dominance, ultimately securing the series lead.
Notably, the match marked a historic moment with Jacqueline Williams, a female umpire from the West Indies, officiating in a men's T20 international between two full-member teams.
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