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IND vs WI, 4th T20I: India looks to seal series win as Hyderabad serves freshly re-laid pitch

India enters the fourth T20I against West Indies in Hyderabad with a series win in sight, having already secured three victories in the six-match series. The hosts’ explosive top order—led by Shreyas Iyer, who scored his maiden T20I century in Lucknow—has dominated proceedings, but concerns linger over the middle order’s limited game time.

West Indies, meanwhile, has shown resilience, snatching wins in Ranchi and Indore, where Arshdeep Singh’s three wickets and a late thrilling finish secured India’s narrow victory. The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, known for its batter-friendly conditions, adds another layer of complexity, with temperatures hovering around 31-34°C and a freshly re-laid pitch that could favor either side’s strengths.

India’s bowling unit, already tested by the high-scoring nature of the series, faces a critical challenge after struggling to defend 250 in Ranchi without Jasprit Bumrah. With Roston Chase leading West Indies’ bowling attack, the match could hinge on India’s ability to execute their plans under pressure, especially against Abhishek Sharma, who has been dismissed twice in 13 balls by Chase this series.

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