Thu Dec 19 22:58:32 UTC 2024: ## India Clinches T20I Series Win Against West Indies with Record-Breaking Performance

**Navi Mumbai, India** – India secured a commanding 60-run victory over the West Indies in the third and final T20I match, claiming the series 2-1 and ending a home series win drought dating back to 2019. India’s triumph was built on a record-breaking batting performance and a disciplined bowling display.

Stand-in captain Smriti Mandhana led the charge with a stunning 77 runs off 47 balls, setting the stage for India’s highest ever T20I total of 217 runs. Richa Ghosh further boosted the score with a blazing 50 off just 18 balls, marking the joint-second fastest fifty in women’s T20I history. The lower order also contributed significantly, capitalizing on the strong foundation laid by Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues (39 runs).

Radha Yadav orchestrated the bowling attack, claiming four crucial wickets for 29 runs. Deepti Sharma also played a pivotal role, conceding only 6 runs in the crucial 20th over, effectively ending the West Indies’ chase. Other notable contributions included Renuka Singh’s dismissal of Chinelle Henry (43 runs off 16 balls) and a brilliant run-out of Nerissa Crafton by Uma Chetry. Despite Chinelle Henry’s late flurry of boundaries, the West Indies’ chase was ultimately thwarted by India’s strong all-around performance. The West Indies’ innings was punctuated by early wickets, losing key batters Hayley Matthews (22 runs) and Deandra Dottin (25 runs) in quick succession.

The victory marks a significant achievement for India, who bounced back from a heavy defeat in the second T20I. The team’s display of both aggressive batting and controlled bowling proved decisive in securing a well-deserved series win.

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