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IND vs WI second T20: Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford dazzle as West Indies draws level

West Indies defied expectations to level their T20I series against India with a dramatic six-wicket victory in the second match at JSCA Stadium. Chasing a revised target of 250, the visitors relied heavily on Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford, who delivered explosive partnerships to turn the game on its head.

Hope’s unbeaten century (102 off 45 balls) and Rutherford’s aggressive 84 (37 balls) propelled West Indies to a stunning win in just 18.3 overs, marking their highest successful run chase in T20I history. India’s early momentum faltered after Mayank Yadav’s fiery spell, but their top order—led by Sanju Samson’s 82 off 41 balls—had set a challenging total before collapsing under pressure.

Kuldeep Yadav’s near-catch denied Rutherford a half-century, but Hope and Romario Shepherd’s late flurry sealed the win. India’s middle order, including Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma, struggled to stabilize the chase, while key dismissals—including Ishan Kishan’s catch to Roston Chase—shifted momentum decisively.

The victory underscored West Indies’ resilience, proving that even defending champions can be outplayed in high-pressure T20 encounters.

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