West Indies and England share intense rivalry [Source: @englandcricket/X.com]
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With a 1-0 lead in the 5-game series, England will challenge West Indies in the 2nd T20I on November 10 at the Kensington Oval in Barbados starting from 1.30 AM IST. England bamboozled West Indies in the series opener held at the same venue on November 9. Despite an underwhelming show from the middle order, Andre Russell and Motie's quick finish helped the hosts post 182/9 runs on the board.
However, Phil Salt single-handedly guided England to a comprehensive 8-wicket victory in the chase. He slammed a century and stayed unbeaten for 103 off 54 balls, including nine boundaries and six sixes. Jacob Bethell also scored 58 off 36 balls in a one-sided chase.
West Indies and England came face to face in the T20I format for as many as 31 times. The Windies had a slight edge with 17 victories, with the Englishmen settling for 14 triumphs. Hence, historically, the contest has been more or less even in the shorter format.
Categories
West Indies
England
Matches Played
31
31
Matches Won
17
14
Matches Lost
14
17
No Result
0
0
Win%
54.84
45.16
WI vs ENG Head to Head in West Indies
West Indies hosted England in their own backyard for 20 T20Is, and both teams won 10 games each. This stat reflects the intense rivalry these two sides share.
Categories
West Indies
England
Matches Played
20
20
Matches Won
10
10
Matches Los
10
10
No Result
0
0
WI vs ENG Head to Head in Kensington Oval, Barbados
The Kensington Oval ground in Bridgetown, Barbados, has hosted 10 T20Is between West Indies and England. The hosts have won 6 games, with the visitors achieving success in 4 of those contests.
Categories
West Indies
England
Matches Played
10
10
Matches Won
6
4
Matches Lost
4
6
No Result
0
0
WI vs ENG: What happened when they last played a T20I?
West Indies and England's latest clash in the T20I unfolded on November 9, 2024, at the Kensington Oval stadium in Barbados. WI batted first and failed to hold partnerships. Saqib Mahmood dominated with four wickets before Russell's 30 off 17 balls and Motie's 33 off 14 balls rescued WI to 182.
However, opener Phil Salt eliminated any margins in the chase as he scored 103* off 53 balls. Gudakesh Motie and Romaria Shepherd were taken to the cleaners as Salt hammered them for 45 runs each. Meanwhile, Jacob Bethell supported him with 58 off 36 balls as England wrapped up the chase in 16.5 overs and registered a comfortable eight-wicket victory.