Australia Clinch 2-0 Series Lead as Josh Inglis-Cameron Green Pair Shines, Spoil Russell’s Farewell

Josh Inglis and Cameron Green lit up Sabina Park with a sensational unbeaten partnership, leading Australia to a comfortable 8-wicket win. Inglis hammered a fiery 78* off just 33 balls, including seven boundaries and five sixes. Green complemented him with 56* from 33 deliveries—his second successive half-century in the series. The duo turned the game after Australia were under early pressure at 42 for 2 in the powerplay.

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Russell’s Emotional Farewell Ends in Disappointment

Andre Russell, in what turned out to be his final international appearance, gave fans a glimpse of his brilliance, smashing 36 off just 15 balls. But a dropped catch and a costly final over in which he conceded 16 runs marred his goodbye. West Indies’ fielding woes were evident, with six dropped catches—three in a single over—that handed momentum to the Australians.

Zampa and Maxwell Wreck West Indies After Bright Start

After a strong 63-run opening stand led by Brandon King's 51 off 36, West Indies looked poised for a big total. But Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell had other plans. Zampa claimed 3 for 29 while Maxwell chipped in with 2 for 15, dismantling the middle order with tight lines and smart variations. Their combined spell broke the back of West Indies' innings just when the hosts were looking dangerous.

A Bold Spin Gamble Pays Off for Australia

Australia’s decision to field two specialist spinners—Zampa and debutant Matthew Kuhnemann—was strategic, keeping the upcoming T20 World Cup in mind. Kuhnemann bowled economically in his first two overs but was punished in his third. Still, the risk paid dividends as Zampa and Maxwell applied pressure, helped by athletic fielding efforts from Marsh and Green. Their efforts restricted West Indies to 172 for 8—a total that proved easy to chase down.

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