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With India 2-1 up in the five-match series, the hosts will look to seal the series. India began with a comfortable win, chasing down 172 inside 15 overs, powered by captain Shreyas Iyer ’s maiden T20I century. But the hosts were stunned in the second match despite posting 249, as Shai Hope’s unbeaten century helped West Indies draw level in a record chase. After scores of 11, 82 and 3, Samson needs another big score.
India regained the lead by winning in the third game. India’s formidable top order, featuring Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan, will once again be vital to their fortunes. Abhishek’s explosive starts and Kishan’s consistency have given India the momentum. Both will be on familiar territory, as they play for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL. In fact, it was the strong start that gave India a winning score in the last two games. Samson will be under pressure to deliver consistently with youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breathing down his neck.
Tilak, who had a lot of success at the top of the order, revealed that he is happy to contribute wherever the team requires. My goal is to perform for the team’s victory,” he revealed. “I am happy to do the role I am given, whether it is going from ball one at the death or the rebuilding act.