India and West Indies are gearing up for an exciting clash in the first T20I of the five-match series at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium on August 3. The Men in Blue carry momentum from their remarkable 200-run victory in the ODI series, securing their 13th consecutive ODI series win against the Windies.
Having already dominated in the Test and ODI series, India now aims to clinch victory in the shortest format as well. Conversely, the West Indies team is determined to bounce back and prevent the visitors from claiming the T20I series.
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India vs West Indies 1st T20I- Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium Stats
- Highest total: 190/6 (India)
- Lowest total: 122/8 (West Indies)
- Highest individual score: 64 (Rohit Sharma)
- Best bowling figures: 2/22 (Ravichandran Ashwin)
- Highest partnership: 52-run stand (Dinesh Karthik – Ravichandran Ashwin)
India vs West Indies 1st T20I Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba has been challenging for batsmen. While the venue has hosted only one T20I, the 34 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) matches indicate the pitch’s slow nature, with an average first innings score of 141 runs. Interestingly, no match at the ground has seen the target exceed 190 runs. Spinners will have a significant advantage in the game, as the track will provide them with ample support.