Bristol: England celebrated another cricket triumph as Harry Brook’s side secured a second T20 series win over the West Indies in 11 days. The victory came on Sunday at Bristol, where England chased down a challenging target to win the second Twenty20 international by four wickets with nine balls remaining.
The match saw England score 199-6 in 18.3 overs after West Indies posted a strong 196 total. The win marks Brook’s fifth consecutive victory against the West Indies since taking over from Jos Buttler. This streak includes a 3-0 sweep in the recent ODI series.
Despite a high asking rate that surpassed 11 runs per over at one point, England’s cohesive effort ensured success.
Key contributions came from five of the top six batters. Jacob Bethell (26) and Tom Banton (30 not out) then sealed the win with a blistering 56-run standoff of 21 balls. Buttler led the scoring with 47 off 36 balls, following his 96-run performance in Friday’s series opener.
England’s resilience stood out, especially in light of previous struggles under Buttler’s captaincy, which ended with eight straight white-ball defeats. The current form reflects a united and revitalized squad under Brook’s leadership.
West Indies delivered an intense fight, smashing 47 runs off their final two overs, including a punishing 31-run 19th over against spinner Adil Rashid. Jason Holder (29 not out) and Romario Shepherd combined for five sixes in that over.
Skipper Shai Hope top-scored with 49 off 38 balls, partnering with Johnson Charles for an 89-run stand after Luke Wood dismissed Evin Lewis on the first ball.
In a notable return, West Indies’ No. 2-ranked T20 bowler Akeal Hosein (1-33) joined the squad after resolving visa delays. England also made a tactical change, bringing in Wood for Matthew Potts.
The background to this story highlights England’s efforts to rebuild their white-ball dominance. After recent setbacks, Brook’s leadership has reinvigorated the team. Sources include official match reports and team statements. The final T20 match of the series will take place in Southampton on Tuesday.
