Australia Crushes West Indies in Second T20I with Explosive Batting
If you blinked, you might have missed it. Australia’s *blistering* 8-wicket triumph over West Indies in the 2nd T20I at Sabina Park wasn’t just a win—it was a statement. Chasing a seemingly competitive 173, the Aussies steamrolled the Windies attack, wrapping up the game in just over 15 overs and taking a firm 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
West Indies gave themselves hope with Brandon King’s brisk 51 off 36 upfront. Later, Andre Russell did what he does best—unleashing a late-innings onslaught. His 36 from just 15 balls, loaded with two boundaries and four towering sixes, meant the West Indies finished on 172 for 8. Gudakesh Motie tossed in a lively unbeaten 18 off nine balls, but he ran out of partners just as he started swinging freely.
But any celebration from the Caribbean crowd was short-lived. Australia’s bowling attack, led by Adam Zampa’s sharp spin (3 for 29) and an ultra-economical Glenn Maxwell (2 for 15), shredded the West Indies middle order. The spin twins snatched five wickets between them, knocking out any momentum the hosts tried to build after Russell's cameo.
Josh Inglis and Cameron Green Steal the Show
The real highlight, though, came with Australia’s chase—one that seemed effortless thanks to the fireworks from Josh Inglis and Cameron Green. Inglis didn’t just attack; he annihilated. His unbeaten 78 flew off only 33 balls and featured seven crisp fours and five soaring sixes. Every time the ball left his bat, fielders were left staring as it sailed past. Inglis looked like he was playing on a different pitch—one that offered no threat and endless opportunities to score.
Right beside him, Cameron Green played the perfect partner. His unbeaten 56 from 32 balls wasn’t as brutal as Inglis, but it showed calm, poise, and perfect timing—three fours, four sixes, and absolutely no panic, even as the West Indies bowlers tried every trick in the book. The pair stitched together a 131-run stand, which completely flattened the Windies bowling attack and ended the contest well before it was scheduled to finish.
With this win, Australia has made it clear they’re in no mood to let up. West Indies, on the other hand, find themselves scrambling for answers. Their top order can flash brilliance, but the middle often collapses under pressure—a pattern that’s hurting them in the series.
Aussie fans have plenty to cheer as the series heads into its third game with their team leading 2-0. As for West Indies, unless their big names turn up all at once, breaking Australia’s streak will be a tall ask.
