DOHA — Shai Hope smashed an unbeaten century as West Indies beat India by 24 runs in the fourth Twenty20 international on Wednesday to force a decider in the five-match series.
Invited to bat first, West Indies piled up 247-3, with Hope scoring 102 not out off 50 balls, including four fours and nine sixes.
Sherfane Rutherford contributed an unbeaten 49 off 26 deliveries, while Shimron Hetmyer struck 33 from just 12 balls to help the visitors post a formidable total.
India’s chase ended at 223 in 19.3 overs, despite an explosive innings from Sanju Samson, who top-scored with 56 off 23 balls.
West Indies pacer Keemo Paul led the bowling effort, taking five wickets for 41 runs to halt India’s pursuit and secure the 24-run victory.
The result leaves the five-match series poised at the final game, with both teams set to battle for the series win.
