During the T20 World Cup 2024 group stage, the match between West Indies and Afghanistan in St Lucia was a remarkable display of power-hitting by the West Indies team. In the first six overs, they scored a total of 92 runs, setting a record for the highest powerplay score in men’s T20 World Cups.
West Indies’ Nicholas Pooran played a crucial role in this onslaught, with Azmatullah Omarzai conceding 36 runs in a single over, making it the joint most expensive over in T20Is. The over began with Pooran hitting a six off an outside edge. This was followed by a no-ball and a boundary, as Pooran showcased his attacking prowess early in the innings. Adding to Afghanistan’s troubles, Azmatullah also bowled a wide, giving away extra runs. However, he managed to execute a perfect yorker on the next ball, limiting Pooran’s scoring opportunities. Despite this, Pooran managed to find the boundaries with some innovative strokeplay, hitting two more fours and two sixes to close out the over in style.
Pooran’s masterclass of power hitting showcased his ability to take on the opposition bowling attack single-handedly. His aggressive approach and clean striking allowed West Indies to set a formidable total in their match against Afghanistan. The performance left fans in awe and highlighted Pooran’s potential as a key player in the T20 format.
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