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Throwback To When Carlos Brathwaite's Last Over Heroics Won The T20 WC For West Indies

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On this day, April 3, 2016, England indeed faced a stunning defeat against West Indies in the World Cup T20 final. The match took a dramatic turn when Carlos Brathwaite delivered an absolute stunner of an innings, hitting four consecutive sixes in the last over against Ben Stokes. Brathwaite's incredible hitting left England shocked and gave the West Indies an unforgettable win.

What happened in the final?

England were expected to win the trophy in the final held at Eden Gardens. However, after the 19th over, West Indies needed 19 runs in the final over to secure the victory and the title. Brathwaite launched an assault on Stokes, ultimately winning the game for the Windies, who claimed the trophy for the second time after their victory in 2012.

Batting first, England posted a total of 155 runs for the loss of 9 wickets 20 overs. Joe Root's vital innings of 56 runs off 36 balls played a significant role in setting a competitive score. England, having previously won the trophy in 2010, entered the final with confidence in their ability to secure the title once again.

In pursuit of 156, West Indies got off to a solid start largely due to Marlon Samuels' innings. However, they faced difficulties later in the chase as wickets fell, leading to a tense situation towards the end. It was then that Brathwaite's extraordinary performance turned the tide, securing a remarkable victory for the Darren Sammy lead West Indies team. 



Ben Stokes redemption

Ben Stokes, deeply affected by the T20 World Cup loss, redeemed himself by playing crucial roles in England's victories in the ODI World Cup in 2019 and the T20 World Cup in 2022. His stellar performances helped England win both titles, bringing a sense of redemption after the heartbreak of the T20 final defeat in 2016.