Credited from: REUTERS
England secured a series victory over West Indies by triumphing in the second T20 match at Bristol by four wickets. Jos Buttler led the charge, scoring 47 runs off 36 balls, as England chased down the West Indies' total of 196 with nine balls to spare. This victory marked England's second consecutive series win under the captaincy of Harry Brook, who expressed confidence in the team's performance throughout the match, according to BBC, Channel News Asia, and Reuters.
The West Indies innings began poorly with quick wickets, but Shai Hope's solid 49 off 38 balls laid a foundation, and Johnson Charles contributed 47 runs. Their late innings flourish, bolstered by a strong finish from Rovman Powell, who hit 34 runs, allowed the West Indies to finish at 196-6, setting a challenging target for England. Despite this robust total, hopes diminished with England's chase, especially as Luke Wood excelled with 2-25, according to BBC and Reuters.
In response, England quickly established a solid start, reaching 112-2 within 12.2 overs. Alongside Buttler, contributions from Ben Duckett (30), Harry Brook (34), and Tom Banton (30) were significant. Jacob Bethell's explosive 26 from 10 balls, featuring three sixes, intensified the chase. Following some pressure with wickets falling, England retained their composure and executed a calculated chase, darting towards the target effectively, as highlighted by multiple sources, including Channel News Asia and Reuters.
Captain Harry Brook remarked on the team’s efforts to adhere to their game plan and reflected on their adaptability throughout the innings. As the series nears its conclusion, England is positioned to attempt a clean sweep when they meet West Indies again in Southampton for the final T20 match, according to BBC, Channel News Asia, and Reuters.