West Indies rolled in 247 for three, a towering score that left India scrambling for 223 to make it. Paul, the 28‑year‑old pacer, ripped through the chase with five wickets, turning the match in his side’s favour.
From the outset, the pitch was a batter’s paradise, but a few deliveries offered grip. Paul said, "The first five overs gave us a clear picture—some balls stuck, some didn’t. We used that to our advantage." The slower balls and yorkers kept the Indians off‑balance.
The turning point came as Paul snared Nitish Kumar Reddy and Prince Yadav in successive deliveries, then Axar Patel to seal the win. Those wickets came at a critical juncture when India was at the 100‑run plateau, a moment that shifted the momentum.
Shai Hope’s unbeaten 102 off 50 and the partnership with Sherfane Rutherford (49) built the cushion. Shimron Hetmyer’s 33 added firepower, while the bowlers executed a plan that kept the Indians chasing under lights without dew to aid the ball.
“Every game is the same for us, whether batting first or chasing,” Paul reflected. He praised the detailed team meetings that clarified roles and execution. The bowlers’ ability to stay on target underlined the West Indies’ disciplined approach.
With this win, West Indies keeps the series alive, setting the stage for the final T20I in Bangalore where the stakes will be even higher.