In a commanding display, the West Indies have sent a clear warning to their rivals with a remarkable win over Australia in their warm-up encounter. The Men’s T20 World Cup co-hosts showcased their prowess with the bat, outclassing the Aussies by a significant margin.
Nicholas Pooran emerged as the standout performer, unleashing a dazzling innings of 75 runs to propel the West Indies to a formidable total of 257/4 at Queens Park Oval. Pooran’s explosive knock, accompanied by contributions from skipper Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, and Johnson Charles, showcased the Caribbean side’s formidable power-hitting capabilities.
Australia, despite missing several key players, put up a valiant effort in their chase, with notable performances from Josh Inglis, Nathan Ellis, and Ashton Agar. However, the target proved insurmountable as the West Indies‘ bowlers, led by Gudakesh Motie and Alzarri Joseph, stifled their attempts, restricting them to 222/7.
The victory not only delighted the home crowd but also served as a strong statement of intent from the two-time T20 World Cup champions ahead of their tournament opener against Papua New Guinea. Meanwhile, in another warm-up fixture, Namibia secured a narrow win over Papua New Guinea in a rain-affected encounter, further adding to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the upcoming tournament.
