Motie’s 3-for Sinks England as WI Edge Mumbai Clash
Motie’s 3-for Sinks England as WI Edge Mumbai Clash
West Indies beat England by 30 runs in Mumbai, led by Motie’s 3 for 33, dampening England’s T20 World Cup hopes.
England’s batters were unable to capitalise as West Indies laid down a stern marker in their T20 World Cup clash in Mumbai. Motie, who combines left-arm orthodox spin with wrist spin, produced a spell of 3 for 33, breaking the game open and removing Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell and captain Harry Brook. England found themselves under pressure from the outset, slipping to 75 for 5 at one stage as Motie’s variations kept the batters guessing.
Despite a stubborn stand or two, England were ultimately bowled out for 166 in 19 overs in reply, a tally that reflected the visitors’ struggle to build momentum once the chase began. The dismissal of key batter Brook and the early blows to Banton and Bethell left England's innings tepid, unable to string together partnerships against a West Indies attack that held its nerve under pressure.
West Indies’ win showcases their bowling depth and tactical smarts in Mumbai, with Motie’s spell providing the decisive edge. The hosts’ bowlers then kept a tight lid on the chase, applying pressure from both ends and denying England any soft starts. The result adds early gloss to WI’s campaign and leaves England with work to do as the tournament progresses.
