Team India will look to carry the winning momentum and win the series when they face West Indies in the 5th T20 at the Central Broward Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida on 13th August. Hardik Pandya‘s tactics have been quite commendable. Hardik Pandya can be seen constantly interacting with the bowlers during the T20I series.
In the 4th T20, Men in Blue leveled the series 2-2 after a 9-wicket win over Rovman Powell’s West Indies at the Central Broward Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida. The surface is expected to be a belter and we can’t rule out a thriller in the decider.
Arshdeep Singh bowled an excellent spell (3-38) for India in the first innings and Shimron Hetmyer’s explosive 61 off just 39 balls powered the hosts to a good total of 178/8 in their 20 overs. Hardik Pandya rotated his bowlers smartly and was spot on with the field placings. Hardik Pandya has played the role of 6th bowler as well as the premier pacer.
While chasing the target both Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal had an explosive opening partnership of 165 runs which just blew away the West Indies as India won the match quite comprehensively as they chased the target in just 17 overs and lost just one wicket in the process.
Hardik Pandya was quite ecstatic after the win as not many gave India a chance in the T20I series after losing the first 2 matches. If India wins the T20I series, then Hardik Pandya will emerge as a strong candidate to lead India in the upcoming T20 WC 2024
THE VENUE FOR 5TH T20
The 5th T20 will also be played at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground Florida.
Looking at the 4th T20 at the venue, the pitch looked very good for batting and it was pretty evident as well. The pitch is expected to be the same as the last game.
TEAM PREVIEW
WEST INDIES
The West Indies experienced another lopsided loss in the 4th T20 match, courtesy of another well-rounded performance by Team India. Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer displayed remarkable batting prowess for the West Indies
The West Indies’ bowling attack again faltered under the onslaught, this time courtesy of a blistering opening partnership between Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal.
The West Indies team are expected to do one change in the Side for the 5th T20 and that is of Alzarri Joseph who would replace Odean Smith as this would make their bowling lineup strong and bring in some valuable experience in the team as well
Expected XI of the West Indies in 5th T20:
Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Shai Hope, Nicholas Pooran(w), Rovman Powell(c), Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy.
INDIA
Men in Blue had a remarkable outing in the 4th T20 as well, securing a comfortable victory over the West Indies. Arshdeep Singh showcased his brilliant skills of fast bowling, securing 3 wickets.
On the batting side, both Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal made a triumphant return to form, tearing the Windies’ bowling apart with a great opening partnership of 165 runs. All eyes will be on Hardik Pandya who m
As India heads into the decider match, they are expected to maintain the same winning lineup, aiming to sustain their victorious momentum and win a hard fought series.
Expected XI of India for 5th T20:
Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Hardik Pandya(c), Sanju Samson (wk), Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mukesh Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav.
PREDICTION FOR THE MATCH
India to continue their winning momentum and seal the series with a win.
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