Shai Hope scores an unbeaten century as West Indies reach 252/4 in 18.3 overs; Sanju Samson’s 82 goes in vain
 

West Indies created history by completing their highest successful run chase against India in T20 cricket, defeating the hosts after chasing down a target of 250 runs in just 18.3 overs. Led by an unbeaten century from captain Shai Hope, the visitors scored 252 for four wickets to win the second match.
 

The previous record for the highest successful T20 chase against India belonged to Australia, who had chased a target of 223 runs in 2023. West Indies surpassed that mark with an impressive batting display.
 

Batting first after losing the toss, India posted a formidable total of 249 for five in their allotted 20 overs. Sanju Samson led the scoring with a brilliant 82 off 41 balls. Ishan Kishan contributed 43 runs, while captain Shreyas Iyer added 40.
 

Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 44 runs and provided a late boost to India's innings. He struck three consecutive sixes in the final over, helping the team reach the challenging total of 249.
 

Shai Hope and Rutherford Lead West Indies' Chase
 

West Indies responded with an aggressive batting performance, with captain Shai Hope leading from the front. Hope remained unbeaten on 102 off just 45 balls, anchoring the chase while maintaining a high scoring rate.
 

Sherfane Rutherford played an explosive knock of 84 off 37 deliveries, putting India’s bowling attack under sustained pressure. Romario Shepherd also made a significant contribution, scoring an unbeaten 34 off just 13 balls to help West Indies cross the finish line comfortably.
 

For India, Mayank Yadav claimed three wickets, while Kuldeep Yadav took one. However, the Indian bowlers were unable to break the opposition’s momentum or prevent major partnerships, allowing West Indies to chase the 250-run target with 1.3 overs to spare.
 

The victory marked a memorable performance by West Indies, whose powerful batting helped them set a new record against India in T20 cricket.