In a dominant show of batting prowess, Glenn Maxwell’s spectacular century propelled Australia to a commanding 34-run victory over West Indies within the second Twenty20 Worldwide (T20I), clinching a decisive 2-0 lead within the three-match collection held in Adelaide, Australia, on Sunday.
Maxwell’s unbeaten 120 off simply 55 deliveries anchored Australia to an imposing complete of 241 for 4 of their allotted 20 overs. His exceptional innings, which included a dozen fours and eight sixes, not solely powered Australia to their highest T20 complete on residence soil but additionally noticed him equal Rohit Sharma’s report for essentially the most T20 Worldwide centuries.
Regardless of a valiant effort from West Indies’ captain, Rovman Powell, who top-scored with a blistering 63 off 36 balls, the guests faltered of their run chase and will solely handle 207 for 9 of their 20 overs. Marcus Stoinis and Spencer Johnson led the bowling assault for Australia, claiming three and two wickets, respectively, to limit West Indies’ batting line-up.
Australia misplaced early wickets however recovered effectively
Earlier within the match, Australia misplaced early wickets however recovered effectively with contributions from Mitchell Marsh and David Warner. Nevertheless, it was Maxwell’s explosive partnership with Tim David, who remained unbeaten on 31, that propelled Australia to a formidable complete.
Regardless of Powell’s heroics with the bat, West Indies struggled to construct partnerships and misplaced wickets at essential intervals, finally falling brief of their chase.
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With this victory, Australia secured an unassailable lead within the collection, leaving West Indies to play for pleasure within the closing match.
