England vs. West Indies, 2 T20 Eye: Jacob Bethel, Tom Banton Steer Chess to Win Series | Cricket news
England won a series against the West Indies with a four-wicket win in the second T20 International at Bristol on Sunday, successfully pursued a target of 197 with nine balls to achieve a 2–0 lead in the three-match series.Jose Butler scored 47 runs, while Captain Harry Brook scored 34 runs, as England decreased by 112–2 in 13 overs. However, both were rejected in consecutive overs with 85 consecutive runs.Jacob Bethel and Tom Bantton stepped up to complete the chase. Bethel scored a quick 26 runs off 10 balls including three sixes, while Bantan remained unbeaten on 30.West Indies innings a poor start when Luke Wood rejected Evin Lewis LBW with the first ball of the match. Captain Shai Hope (49) and Johnson Charles (47) stabilized the innings with a 90 -run partnership.
The Caribbean side struggled at 121–4 after 16 overs, but managed to add 75 runs in the last four overs. Rowman Powell scored 34 runs in 15 balls, while Jason Holder scored 29 runs in just nine delivery.England’s decision to play with only two seams proved to be expensive in later stages. Leg-spinner Adil Rashid accepted 31 runs and finished with his most expensive T20 figures of 1-59.Quiz: Who is that IPL player?The West Indies posted 196–6 in their 20 overs, with a pick of England bowlers with Luke Wood 2–25 figures. England successfully pursued the target, scoring 199–6 in 18.3 overs, scoring 2–45 runs for the West Indies.The chain conclusion for Tuesday at Southampton is scheduled.
