England secured a 21-run victory over West Indies in the first T20 international at Chester-le-Street, with Jos Buttler hitting a superb 96 to propel his team to 188-6 despite a slowing pace after an initial fast start.
Key Performances
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Jos Buttler:
- Scored 96 runs off just under two hours at bat.
- His innings included six fours and four sixes.
- Shared partnerships with:
- Jamie Smith: 38 runs
- Jacob Bethell: 60 runs
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Liam Dawson:
- Marked his return to international cricket with four wickets for 20 runs.
- Took England’s first wicket in the powerplay and claimed three more through the middle of the game.
Match Summary
- West Indies collapsed from 91-2 in the tenth over, finishing at 167-9, falling short of their target by 22 runs.
- Dawson’s performance was particularly impressive, especially since he hadn’t played internationally since November last year.
- His left-arm spin bowling effectively deceived batsmen, securing crucial wickets.
Looking Ahead
This victory marks England’s third win under new captain Harry Brook. They will look to continue their winning streak on Sunday when they face West Indies again in Bristol.
Tactical Insights
- Both teams struggled with batting and bowling issues, but the match ultimately came down to how well each side could adapt its strategy mid-game.
- England won by virtue of having fewer dot balls than West Indies, a key metric used by captains like Brook who rely on data analysis tools such as CricViz Pro.
Individual Highlights
- Jos Buttler stood out for England with his impressive innings.
- Alzarri Joseph took three wickets for West Indies, contributing to the team’s bowling efforts.
This match has set up an intriguing series between two teams looking for consistency ahead of next month’s World Cup defence in India.
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