Tue Dec 17 19:49:54 UTC 2024: ## India Women Suffer Nine-Wicket Defeat Against West Indies in Second T20I
**Hyderabad, [Date of Publication]** – India’s women’s cricket team suffered a nine-wicket defeat against West Indies in the second T20I, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. Batting first, India managed 159/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Smriti Mandhana top-scored with a 62-run knock, while Richa Ghosh added a quickfire 32.
West Indies chased down the target with ease, reaching 160/1 in just 15.4 overs. Hayley Matthews led the charge with a stunning 85 runs off 47 balls, including 17 fours, while Quiana Joseph contributed a rapid 38. The opening pair of Matthews and Joseph put on a 66-run partnership for the first wicket. Shemaine Campbelle added a further 29 runs to seal the victory.
The decisive third T20I will be played on Thursday.
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