In a thrilling showdown, West Indies secured a 37-run victory over Australia in the final T20I match held in Perth on Tuesday. Andre Russell’s explosive knock of 71 runs off 29 balls, complemented by Sherfane Rutherford’s unbeaten 67 off 40 balls, led the West Indies to an imposing total of 220 runs. Roston Chase’s all-round brilliance, contributing 37 runs and taking 2 wickets for 19 runs, further bolstered the West Indies’ performance.
Australia, opting to bat first, encountered a challenging start with early wickets falling at 17/3. However, a counterattack led by Rovman Powell and Roston Chase injected momentum into the West Indies’ innings. Despite Australia’s efforts to break key partnerships, a remarkable stand by Rutherford and Russell in the latter overs propelled West Indies to an unexpected high score.
In response, Australia’s David Warner displayed an aggressive innings, scoring 81 runs off 49 balls, attempting to lead his team’s chase. However, Roston Chase’s pivotal wickets, including Warner’s, halted Australia’s progress, ultimately securing victory for West Indies.
The match showcased thrilling performances from both teams, culminating in a memorable victory for the West Indies as they concluded their tour of Australia.
Brief Scores:
West Indies: 220/6 in 20 overs (Andre Russell 71, Sherfane Rutherford 67*; Xavier Bartlett 2-37)
Australia: 183/5 in 20 overs (David Warner 81, Tim David 41*; Roston Chase 2-19)
