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IND vs WI 3rd T20I preview: Can India bounce back after Shai Hope’s record chase in Ranchi?

The India vs West Indies T20I series remains tightly contested as both sides prepare for the decisive third match in Indore, with the contest now tied at one win apiece. India’s opening victory in Lucknow was followed by a dramatic West Indies comeback in Ranchi, where Shai Hope’s unbeaten 102 off 45 balls led the Caribbean side to a six-wicket triumph after chasing down India’s 249/5 target.

The hosts, who relied on Sanju Samson’s 82 off 33 and contributions from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, will now seek to tighten their bowling discipline and adapt their pace variations to counter West Indies’ explosive batting lineup. The Holkar Cricket Stadium’s short boundaries and rapid outfield typically favor high-scoring games, with first innings averaging between 178 and 200 runs, setting the stage for another physically demanding clash.

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