India Reaches 154 for 2 in 13 Overs Against West Indies in Ranchi

UPDATE - follow-up to India vs West Indies Live Score, 2nd T20I: IND – 64/1 (5); Samson on fire vs WI in Ranchi: India has reached 154 for the loss of 2 wickets in 13 overs during the second T20 international against West Indies at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi.

The Innings Progress

Sanju Samson is leading the charge for the hosts after West Indies won the toss and elected to field first. Samson scored 82 runs from 41 balls before getting out to Shamar Springer, caught by Kamil Pooran at backward point. Opening partner Abhishek Sharma departed earlier for a low score after holing out to Gudakesh Motie off Roston Chase. Ishan Kishan also made a strong contribution before being bowled by Chase, while Shivam Dube was dismissed by Chase via an inside-edge onto the stumps. Captain Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma are currently in the middle as the innings progresses.

Context

West Indies bowler Roston Chase has proved effective in the middle overs by picking up key wickets for the visiting side. Spinners traditionally play a major role on the Ranchi pitch as the match goes on, making the middle-over phase crucial for both teams.