NEW DELHI: India suffered their first T20 series loss to West Indies since 2017 after a disappointing performance in the deciding match. India had made a strong comeback after losing the first two matches and leveling the series, but their momentum faltered in the final game. Opting to bat first, India managed to post a total of 165/9 in 20 overs, with Suryakumar Yadav contributing a composed knock of 61 runs off 45 balls. However, West Indies’ Brandon King (85 not out) and Nicholas Pooran (47) led their team to an eight-wicket victory in reply.
Following the series loss, former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad criticized the team’s performance and called out all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya. Prasad expressed his disappointment with the lack of skill, hunger, and intensity in the Indian team. He also emphasized the need for a broader perspective and not favoring players based on personal preferences.
Prasad further highlighted India’s recent struggles in limited-overs cricket, pointing out their loss to West Indies in the T20 World Cup qualifiers and their defeat to Bangladesh in the ODI series. He urged the team to reflect on their performance and avoid making empty statements.
India’s next assignment will be a three-match T20I series against Ireland, which will begin on August 18 at Malahide, Dublin. The subsequent matches will be played on August 20 and 23 at the same ground.
Summary:
- India suffered their first T20 series loss to West Indies since 2017.
- West Indies secured an eight-wicket victory in the deciding match.
- Former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad criticized the team’s performance and called out Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya.
- India has struggled in limited-overs cricket recently, losing to West Indies and Bangladesh.
- India’s next assignment is a three-match T20I series against Ireland starting on August 18.
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