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Shreyas Iyer slams fastest Indian T20I hundred against West Indies in 1st T20I

India’s Shreyas Iyer made headlines with the fastest T20I century by an Indian batter against the West Indies, smashing 101 runs off just 43 balls in Lucknow. The Men in Blue chased down 171 in 19 overs, securing a commanding eight-wicket victory in the first match of their five-game series.

Iyer’s explosive innings—featuring 10 boundaries and six sixes—propelled India to a dominant series lead after West Indies posted a modest 171/10, with Naman Dhir claiming three wickets. The Windies’ top order faltered early, including a run-out for Shimron Hetmyer and a quick dismissal for debutant Kamil Pooran, while Shai Hope’s 52 off 27 balls was their highest score.

India’s chase began with a fiery start from Abhishek Sharma (21 off 10), but Ishan Kishan and Iyer anchored the run rate before Iyer’s blitzkrieg sealed the win. West Indies’ bowling lineup featured four frontline pacers and just one spinner, while debutant Dhir made his mark with key breakthroughs.

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