West Indies vs Australia

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West Indies Crush Undermanned Australia in T20 Warm-Up

Australia - Cricket - Nicholas Pooran - Rovman Powell - T20 World Cup - West Indies

West Indies dominate the pitch with a 257-run score, outperforming a struggling Australia in a thrilling match.

In a heated T20 World Cup warm-up match, the West Indies showcased their batting prowess by piling up 257 runs against an undermanned Australian team. Nicholas Pooran stole the show with a blistering 25-ball 75, supported by captain Rovman Powell's rapid half-century. The Windies' aggressive batting performance left Australia struggling to keep up, eventually resulting in a 35-run victory for the Caribbean team.

Despite the efforts of Josh Inglis, who scored 55 for the nine-man Australian side, they were unable to match the formidable total set by the West Indies. The match highlighted the dominance of the Windies' spinners, who made it challenging for the Australian batsmen to build a substantial reply. The victory for West Indies serves as a strong statement of their readiness to compete in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

As the T20 World Cup approaches, the clash between West Indies and Australia sets the stage for an exciting tournament. With teams from around the world vying for the coveted ICC trophy, the competition promises to be intense and unpredictable. The USA's participation in this year's tournament adds a new element of excitement, as they strive to make their mark on the global cricket stage.

In the final warm-up match, Australia suffered a 35-run defeat to the West Indies, indicating the challenging road ahead for the Australian team in the T20 World Cup. The match reflected the strength and depth of talent in the West Indies squad, with players like Pooran and Powell leading the charge with their impressive performances. As the tournament kicks off, fans can expect thrilling cricket action and unexpected outcomes as the teams battle it out for T20 supremacy.

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Pooran and Powell pound nine-man Australia in final warm-up game (ESPNcricinfo.com)

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