Papua New Guinea vs West Indies

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Thrilling Showdown: West Indies Triumphs Over Spirited Papua New Guinea

Cricket - Papua New Guinea - T20 World Cup - West Indies

๐Ÿ Exciting match recap: West Indies seals a jittery victory against Papua New Guinea in the T20 World Cup opener! ๐ŸŽ‰

The T20 World Cup opener between West Indies and Papua New Guinea was a rollercoaster ride of emotions and nail-biting moments. In a thrilling showdown, the co-hosts took on the spirited PNG team, ultimately securing a narrow five-wicket victory. Despite a shaky start, with PNG putting up a strong fight, West Indies managed to chase down the target of 137 runs, with Roston Chase playing a crucial role with an unbeaten 42. The match witnessed stellar performances from Bau and Russell, adding to the intense competition on the field.

As the match unfolded, West Indies displayed their resilience after a nervous start, with the bowlers striking early and the batsmen showcasing their skill under pressure. The live updates kept fans on the edge of their seats as the co-hosts battled it out in Guyana. The victory marked a determined start for West Indies in their T20 World Cup campaign, setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead.

In the post-match analysis, the heroic efforts of Russell and Chase were highlighted as they rescued West Indies from a potential upset. Their late surge in the game proved instrumental in securing the win for the team. The match not only showcased the competitive spirit of both sides but also highlighted the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, keeping fans eagerly anticipating the next matchups.

In conclusion, West Indies' victory over Papua New Guinea in the T20 World Cup opener sets the tone for an action-packed tournament ahead. With thrilling moments, unexpected twists, and standout performances, cricket enthusiasts are in for a treat as the excitement continues to build in the world of T20 cricket.

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Chase seals West Indies' jittery victory against spirited PNG (ESPNcricinfo.com)

West Indies 137 for 5 (Chase 42*, Vala 2-28) beat Papua New Guinea 136 for 8 (Bau 50, Russell 2-19) by five wickets. It was far from the confident start to ...

LIVE: West Indies strike early after putting Papua New Guinea into ... (ICC Cricket)

The co-hosts took three early wickets as they began their tournament by fielding in Guyana.

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West Indies vs Papua New Guinea Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024 ... (NDTVSports.com)

WI vs PNG LIVE Score: West Indies won by 5 wickets against Papua New Guinea, in the opening Group C match of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup.

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T20 World Cup, WI vs PNG Live Score: Co-hosts West Indies win ... (Hindustan Times)

T20 World Cup, WI vs PNG Live Score: West Indies vs Papua New Guinea: WI face PNG in their campaign opener, in Georgetown on Sunday. | Crickit.

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West Indies vs Papua New Guinea Highlights: West Indies beat ... (Livemint)

West Indies at 131/5 after 18.3 overs. West Indies vs Papua New Guinea Live Score: FOUR! Intelligent batting! 02 Jun 2024, 11:22:23 PM ...

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Nervy West Indies starts T20 World Cup with 5-wicket win over ... (The Associated Press)

Co-host West Indies has scrapped to a nervy five-wicket win over Papua New Guinea as the Twenty20 World Cup held its first match in the Caribbean.

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WI vs PNG Highlights, ICC T20 world Cup 2024: Roston Chase's ... (The Indian Express)

West Indies vs Papua New Guinea Highlights, T20 world Cup 2024: Sese Bau scores 50 as West Indies restrict Papua New Guinea to 136/8 in the T20 World Cup at ...

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Russell and Chase to the rescue as West Indies beat PNG in T20 ... (Aljazeera.com)

West Indies beat PNG by five wickets thanks to a late surge in their opening game after the minnows gave them a scare.

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Men's T20 World Cup: West Indies made to work in five-wicket win ... (Sky Sports)

Roston Chase and Andre Russell take West Indies to nervy win over Papua New Guinea after T20 World Cup co-hosts slip to 97-5 in chase of 137 - watch every ...

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T20 World Cup: West Indies open home tournament with nervy win ... (New Zealand Herald)

West Indies scrapped to a nervy five-wicket win before allrounder David Wieser helped Namibia edge Oman in a Super Over on Monday as the first two Twenty20.

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West Indies spared embarrassment after beating Papua New ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The co-hosts were on the brink of a humiliating defeat in the Caribbean but held their nerve after struggling against Papua New Guinea's spinners.

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