Australia Dominates West Indies in Second T20 Match in Jamaica

In a commanding display of cricket, Australia secured an emphatic eight-wicket victory over the West Indies during the second T20 International match held at Sabina Park in Jamaica on July 23, 2025. After winning the toss, Australia opted to bowl first, restricting the West Indies to a total of 172 runs, setting the stage for a thrilling chase.

The match commenced with the West Indies showcasing a brisk start, with opener Brandon King achieving a half-century off just 36 balls. However, the Australian bowlers, particularly leg-spinner Adam Zampa, turned the tide. Zampa claimed three wickets for 29 runs, while off-spinner Glenn Maxwell contributed with two wickets for just 15 runs, effectively curtailing the West Indies' momentum. Despite a late flurry from Andre Russell, who scored 36 runs off 15 balls in his farewell match, the home side ended their innings at 172.

Australia's response was spearheaded by an explosive partnership between Josh Inglis and Cameron Green. Inglis remained unbeaten at 78 runs from 33 balls, while Green supported him with a solid 56 runs off 32 balls. Their unbroken partnership of 131 runs off just 64 deliveries highlighted their dominance, allowing Australia to chase down the target with 28 balls to spare.

Captain Mitch Marsh praised his team's performance, noting, "I thought our spinners were fantastic. Our fifth bowling option as a collective was really good. They made use of the conditions, and when Josh Inglis is playing like that, there aren’t many bowlers in the world that can bowl to him."

This win marked Australia's second consecutive victory in the five-match series, putting them in a favorable position as they head into the next games scheduled in St Kitts. The Australians demonstrated a masterclass in both bowling and batting, raising concerns for the West Indies as they prepare for the upcoming matches.

As the series progresses, the contrasting performance levels between the two teams highlight Australia's formidable presence in T20 cricket, while the West Indies will need to regroup and address their bowling deficiencies to remain competitive.