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India Masters vs West Indies Masters, Final – Live Cricket Score and Commentary
Welcome to the exciting final of the India Masters vs West Indies Masters! It’s been an exhilarating journey through this tournament, and we are now at the pinnacle of the competition. Both teams have showcased exceptional performances to reach this stage, and the final promises to be a thrilling encounter. Let’s dive into the live score and commentary as the action unfolds.
Toss:
The toss has taken place, and the India Masters have won it. They’ve chosen to bat first, hoping to set a big total on the board. The West Indies Masters will now have the task of chasing down whatever total India sets, and the bowlers will need to come out strong in the early overs.
India Masters Innings:
Openers:
The Indian Masters open with Virender Sehwag and Sachin Tendulkar, two legends of the game who have been in scintillating form throughout the tournament. Sehwag, known for his aggressive batting style, will be looking to take the attack to the bowlers from the outset, while Tendulkar, the master of technique, will play his usual game of building partnerships and playing the anchor role.
The West Indies Masters are led by their skipper Brian Lara, and the bowling attack is spearheaded by Curtly Ambrose and Courtney Walsh, two of the most fearsome fast bowlers of their era. Their presence will make it interesting as the India Masters’ top order will be under pressure.
1st Over:
Ambrose starts the proceedings with a short delivery to Sehwag. Sehwag looks to pull but misses. Ambrose follows up with a fuller delivery on the off stump, which Sehwag nudges through the covers for a couple. A couple more dot balls to end the over. India Masters: 2/0 (1 over).
2nd Over:
Walsh from the other end. Sehwag is quick to pounce on anything loose. He cuts a delivery past backward point for a boundary. Tendulkar looks solid at the other end, leaving most deliveries outside the off-stump. India Masters: 6/0 (2 over).
3rd Over:
Ambrose bowls a good length ball to Sehwag. Sehwag drives it beautifully through the covers for another boundary. He looks in the mood today. Tendulkar is still playing a watchful role, showing his renowned composure. India Masters: 14/0 (3 over).
4th Over:
Walsh to Tendulkar. A brilliant delivery that lifts sharply, but Tendulkar handles it with ease, playing it straight to mid-on. He seems in no hurry and is playing a classic Tendulkar innings. A couple more dots, and a single to end the over. India Masters: 15/0 (4 over).
5th Over:
Ambrose goes a little too short, and Sehwag slashes at it. He misses, and the ball whizzes past the stumps. A good bouncer by Ambrose, but Sehwag handles it well. A couple of singles follow, with Sehwag looking to dominate the bowling. India Masters: 18/0 (5 over).
6th Over:
Walsh returns for his second spell. He bowls a full delivery outside the off-stump, and Sehwag leans into it, driving it for another boundary. Sehwag is playing with great confidence, and the partnership is building steadily. India Masters: 23/0 (6 over).
Powerplay Ends:
After the first six overs, the India Masters are off to a strong start, with Sehwag on 17* and Tendulkar on 6*. The West Indies Masters will need to break this partnership soon to halt the momentum.
Middle Overs:
7th Over:
The West Indies Masters bring in Shivnarine Chanderpaul to bowl a bit of spin. He bowls a tidy over, forcing Sehwag to be more cautious. Just a single off the over, and India Masters are now 24/0 (7 over).
8th Over:
A slight misfield by Chanderpaul gives Tendulkar a single off the first ball. Sehwag takes a step forward and slaps another boundary through cover. He’s not backing down and is playing aggressively. India Masters: 29/0 (8 over).
9th Over:
Chanderpaul bowls another tight over. Sehwag keeps finding gaps with ease, but the West Indies Masters are managing to restrict him slightly. Tendulkar finds the gap between mid-on and mid-off for a single. India Masters: 31/0 (9 over).
10th Over:
Ambrose returns for another spell. He’s been sharp and menacing so far. He bowls a couple of quick bouncers, and Sehwag ducks under them. On the last ball of the over, Sehwag pulls a short ball but gets a top edge. The ball flies to fine leg but lands safely. India Masters: 34/0 (10 over).
First Breakthrough:
The India Masters are cruising along smoothly, but the West Indies Masters have just found a way through. Courtney Walsh strikes! He bowls a brilliant delivery to Sehwag, and Sehwag, looking to cut, edges it straight to the slip. Sehwag is out for 22. What a vital breakthrough for the West Indies! India Masters are now 34/1 (11 over).
New Batsman:
Rahul Dravid walks in to join Tendulkar. Known for his solid technique, Dravid will look to anchor the innings and support Tendulkar in building a substantial total.
12th Over:
Dravid faces a couple of tight deliveries from Walsh, but he plays them comfortably. Tendulkar picks up a single to retain the strike. The pressure is on both teams now as the middle overs begin. India Masters: 35/1 (12 over).
13th Over:
Chanderpaul continues to bowl a steady line, but Dravid is calm and composed, just nudging the ball for singles. Tendulkar looks to accelerate, hitting a boundary through cover. The run rate is creeping up, and India Masters are 40/1 (13 over).
Final Flourish:
As the innings progresses, Tendulkar reaches his 50 with a classic drive through the covers. The partnership between Dravid and Tendulkar starts to look ominous, with India Masters now at 80/1 (16 over).
West Indies bowlers try to break the partnership, but Tendulkar and Dravid continue to rotate the strike and find the boundaries at regular intervals. Tendulkar looks set to take India Masters to a total of 160-170 if they continue their current pace.
End of Innings:
The India Masters finish their innings with a total of 168/3 (20 overs). A superb knock by Tendulkar, who finishes on 75 not out and a steady 40 from Dravid anchors the total. West Indies now face a tough chase.
West Indies Masters Innings:
The West Indies Masters come out to chase, and the openers are Chris Gayle and Brian Lara. Gayle is known for his explosive hitting, while Lara will be the key for the West Indies, looking to anchor the chase.
The match is poised for an exciting finish. Keep an eye out for the thrilling chase from the West Indies Masters!
