Jos Buttler's Heroics Propel England to Victory Over West Indies in T20I Clash

England captain Jos Buttler shined with an impressive 83-run performance, leading his team to a commanding seven-wicket win over West Indies in the second T20I match at Bridgetown. Chasing 158, Buttler's partnership with Will Jacks anchored England's innings, securing victory in a swift 14.5 overs.

In a thrilling display of skill and determination, England's captain Jos Buttler led his team to a commanding seven-wicket victory over West Indies in the second T20I match in Bridgetown, thanks to his outstanding knock of 83 runs. Buttler's innings, marked by eight boundaries and six sixes, was a decisive factor in England's successful chase of a modest target of 158 runs.

Initially, the chase looked shaky as England lost opener Phil Salt for a duck on the first ball, bowled by Akeal Hosein. However, Buttler, in partnership with Will Jacks, stabilized the innings with a crucial 129-run stand. Jacks contributed a resilient 38 runs off 29 balls before falling to Romario Shepherd. England steadily progressed, reaching 50 runs in 5.4 overs and 100 in 10.4 overs, with Buttler achieving his half-century off 33 balls. Despite a spirited bowling effort from Shepherd, who took 2 wickets for 45 runs, England comfortably reached their target in just 14.5 overs.

Earlier in the match, West Indies struggled to build momentum after being put in to bat first. The hosts posted a total of 158/7 in their allotted 20 overs, with Rovman Powell leading the scoring with 43 runs. The innings was marred by early losses, including Brandon King and Evin Lewis, leaving the team at a precarious 20/2. England's bowlers, including Saqib Mahmood, who returned impressive figures of 2/16, kept the pressure on, ensuring West Indies couldn't post a challenging total. Despite some late resistance from Romario Shepherd, who added a quick-fire 22 runs, England's bowlers wrapped up the innings with disciplined performances.

(With inputs from agencies.)