Tue Dec 17 15:28:48 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates West Indies in First T20, Winning by 49 Runs
**Mumbai, Dec 16, 2024** – India started its three-match T20I series against the West Indies with a resounding 49-run victory in Mumbai on Sunday. A strong batting performance, anchored by half-centuries from Jemimah Rodrigues (73) and Smriti Mandhana (54), propelled India to a challenging 195/4 in their 20 overs.
Despite half-centuries from Hayley Matthews (52) and Chinelle Henry (49) for the West Indies, their chase was thwarted by a disciplined Indian bowling attack. Titas Sadhu took 3 wickets for 37 runs, while Deepti Sharma and Radha Yadav each claimed two wickets, restricting the West Indies to 146/7 at the end of their innings.
The win sets a strong tone for the series, showcasing India’s dominance in both batting and bowling.
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