After dropping the initial two T20Is against the West Indies in the ongoing five-match series, Hardik Pandya and his team found themselves in a delicate situation. Nevertheless, they managed to turn the tide by securing victory in the third T20I held in Guyana, thereby keeping their hopes alive in the series. Now, the action moves to Lauderhill, Florida, USA, where India is set to clash with Rovman Powell’s squad in the fourth T20I on Saturday, August 12.
Having displayed an impressive track record at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, the tourists have emerged triumphant in four out of the six T20Is they’ve contested at this venue against the West Indies. Last year, India convincingly outperformed the West Indies in the two T20Is held at the same location. Another triumph on Saturday would enable them to level the series, setting the stage for a decisive encounter.
India seems likely to maintain the same playing XI that led to their first series victory. Conversely, the West Indies might opt to replace the struggling Johnson Charles with Jason Holder. The prominent all-rounder sustained an injury during the second T20I and was subsequently sidelined for the most recent match.
Match Details:
Match: West Indies vs India 2023, 4th T20I
Venue: Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida
Date & Time: Saturday, August 12, 8:00 PM (IST)
Live Streaming: DD Sports, FanCode and JioCinema
Pitch Report:
Anticipated to offer a more favorable batting condition compared to the pitches used in the initial three T20Is, this stadium’s playing surface is poised to provide a conducive environment for run-scoring. Notably, the historical data reveals an average first innings score of 164 in international matches held at this venue. Intriguingly, none of the teams competing in the first three T20Is were able to surpass the mark of 159 runs. The pitch in the upcoming fourth T20I promises a potential respite for those batters inclined towards fluent strokeplay.
Furthermore, it’s noteworthy that teams opting to bat first have registered triumph in 11 instances at this ground, suffering defeat on just two occasions.
Projected Lineups:
West Indies (WI): Brandon King, Kyle Mayers, Roston Chase, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy
India (IND): Yashasvi Jaiswal (wk), Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (c), Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mukesh Kumar
Head-to-Head Record: Overall: Total Matches – 28, India – 18, West Indies – 09, No Result – 1
Matches in the USA: Total Matches – 06, India – 04, West Indies – 01, No Result – 1
Key Performers to Watch:
Likely Outstanding Batsman of the Match: Suryakumar Yadav (IND): Suryakumar Yadav, the skilled Mumbai batsman, seldom fails to deliver once he discovers his rhythm. While he encountered challenges during the ODIs, casting uncertainty over his spot, and faced a dip in the first two T20Is, Suryakumar Yadav made a triumphant return in the third T20I. He carved out a scintillating 83 runs off just 44 deliveries on a surface where most batsmen struggled for timing. India pins their hopes on another match-defining innings from their premier T20 batter in the upcoming clash.
Probable Star Bowler of the Match: Kuldeep Yadav (IND): Exhibiting remarkable form, the talented spinner Kuldeep Yadav bamboozled opposition batsmen in the ODIs and has continued his heroics in the T20Is. During the third T20I, Kuldeep claimed the crucial wickets of Brandon King and Johnson Charles. However, his standout moment in the four overs was dismissing the in-form Nicholas Pooran. The face-off between Kuldeep and Pooran is set to be a pivotal contest in the forthcoming match.
