India vs West Indies, 3rd T20I: head-to-head and other key stats

The eagerly awaited third T20I clash between West Indies and India is upon us, and this enthralling five-match series has already captivated cricket enthusiasts. Surprisingly, the home team, West Indies, has secured victories in the first two games, placing them in a favorable position to clinch a rare series win against India. With high stakes, this match becomes a do-or-die situation for India, setting the stage for another intense contest between the two formidable sides. Throughout the T20I series, West Indies has displayed remarkable unity, a characteristic that had been absent from their game for a considerable time. Nicholas Pooran’s standout performances with the bat, along with Rovman Powell’s impressive displays, have been pivotal for the team.

The hosts possess a deep batting lineup, with match-winners like Kyle Mayers and Hetmyer in their arsenal, making them a formidable and dangerous unit. Their disciplined bowling attack has also been impressive, offering plenty of options to challenge the Indian batsmen. However, West Indies need to be cautious of their tendency to falter in easy chases, as witnessed in the second T20I. Expect West Indies to once again come out firing on all cylinders. On the other hand, India faces the challenge of their batters stepping up to the occasion. Struggling on a slow wicket, except for Tilak Varma, the rest of the batting order failed to show the necessary application. While Ishan Kishan played a decent knock in the second T20I, the top order as a whole has been a concern for India.

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Potential changes in the lineup, including the debut of Yashasvi Jaiswal in place of Gill, could inject fresh energy and stability for India. The team eagerly awaits a standout performance from the talented Sanju Samson to bolster their total on the board. In the bowling department, Yuzvendra Chahal’s brilliant form has been a positive, but India may consider options like Umran Malik or Avesh Khan in place of Mukesh Kumar. As a must-win game for the young Indian side, it serves as a test of character for Hardik Pandya and his boys. All eyes are on how events unfold in this crucial encounter between the two cricketing powerhouses.

Pitch

The pitch is known to aid the batter in the recent past, the boundaries are very big at this venue which will get the spinners into action. The weather is expected to be slightly humid. The captain who wins the toss will look to chase the total down as there is a bit of dew expected in the latter half of the second innings.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 27

West Indies have won – 9

India have won- 17

No Result/Tie – 1

Match Details:

India vs West Indies – 3rd T20I

Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana

Date & Time: 8th August at 08:00 PM IST

FACTS

STATS – T20I