Thu Oct 17 16:24:46 UTC 2024: ## West Indies Struggle to 162/8 in 3rd T20 Against Sri Lanka
The third T20 match between Sri Lanka and West Indies saw the visiting team post a below-par total of 162/8 after being sent in to bat by the hosts. The West Indies innings was riddled with early wickets, with opener Kyle Mayers departing for a golden duck and Brandon King following soon after on 23 runs. The middle order also faltered, with Nicholas Pooran (18), Rovman Powell (8), and Sherfane Rutherford (6) all failing to make a significant impact.
However, a crucial partnership between captain Rovman Powell and Odean Smith rescued the innings. Smith, playing with aggression, blasted 32 runs off just 15 balls before being dismissed. Powell, who anchored the innings with a patient knock, fell on 37.
Sri Lanka’s bowlers were disciplined, with Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana picking up two wickets each.
The match has now become a thrilling contest, with Sri Lanka needing to chase down 163 runs to win the series.
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