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IND vs WI 2026: 2nd T20I Match Preview

India’s dominance in the T20I series against the West Indies continued as they secured a commanding victory in the first match, setting the tone for the five-game series. The hosts restricted the tourists to a modest 171 runs in just 19.1 overs, with Naman Dhir leading the bowling attack by claiming three wickets, while Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav each took two.

India’s reply was even more emphatic, chasing down the target in 14.4 overs thanks to a fiery partnership between Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, who added an unbeaten 137 runs in under 70 deliveries. Iyer’s explosive innings of 102 off 43 balls, featuring 10 fours and six sixes, sealed the win for a team already riding high after winning the ODI series 2-1.

The second T20I, scheduled for October 9 at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, promises another high-scoring clash on a batting-friendly pitch, where dew could play a role in the second innings. With India holding a strong head-to-head advantage in T20Is, the West Indies will need a standout performance to challenge the favorites in front of their home crowd.

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