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West Indies vs India Highlights, World Cup 2019: Mohammed Shami, other bowlers extend India’s unbeaten run
Men in Blue extended the unbeaten run in the World Cup 2019 by defeating West Indies on Thursday at Old Trafford. Mohammed Shami was again the star with the ball. Here are the highlights of the match
The Indian cricket team continued its dominance as the Men in Blue crushed West Indies in ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 on Thursday at Old Trafford. It was one more exceptional bowling display of Indians that saw them through.
Known for its batting, India has assured to make its bowling unit do all the talking in the low-scoring encounters. Earlier today when India decided to bat first, they didn’t find the best of the starts. The opener, Rohit Sharma departed early, however, skipper Virat Kohli continued his golden touch. He scored fourth consecutive fifty in the tournament, ensuring India proceed well in the match.
Though Windies made a good comeback with the ball, taking a few back-to-back wickets. Lately, MS Dhoni and Hardik Pandya guided the Indian innings. The duo formed the much-needed partnership, helping Men in Blue post a formidable total of 268 runs. Pandya made quick 46 runs while Dhoni returned unbeaten with 56 runs.
West Indies, in reply, got off to a terrible start. In-form Mohammed Shami removed dangerous Chris Gayle early while followed with the big wicket of Shai Hope. Then there was some partnership before Hardik Pandya and spinners scalped a brace. Thereafter, Windies batting fell apart with every Indian bowler chipping in with wickets.
Mohammed Shami finished with 4 wickets while Jasprit Bumrah and Yuzvendra Chahal scalped two each to bundle out Men in Maroon in paltry 143 runs, handing India huge125 runs win.
The Virat Kohli’s men are now placed second in the points table with 11 points from six games.
