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Xtra Time Web Desk: In a thrilling encounter, West Indies managed to secure a tense two-wicket victory against India in the second T20I at the Guyana National Stadium, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the ongoing five-match series. Chasing a target of 153, West Indies faced an early setback, losing two wickets in the very first over. However, Nicholas Pooran's explosive innings of 67 runs off 40 balls, supported by Rovman Powell's 21 runs, steadied the ship and took them to 89 runs in just 9.5 overs. Pooran continued his onslaught with Shimron Hetmyer, taking the team's total to 126 runs in the 14th over. Although they suffered a slight collapse, Akeal Hossein and Alzarri Joseph remained composed, guiding the team to victory with seven balls to spare.

Earlier, India posted a total of 152 for seven, largely thanks to Tilak Varma's impressive half-century, his first in T20 Internationals. The 20-year-old showcased his fearless approach, scoring 51 runs off 41 balls. He formed crucial partnerships with Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya, but wickets fell regularly, hampering India's momentum. West Indies captain Rovman Powell's smart bowling changes proved effective in restricting India's innings.

India now faces an uphill task, needing to win three consecutive matches to turn the series around. The leg-spin duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravi Bishnoi shone, but the lack of support from the pacers cost India in the crucial moments of the chase. The series promises more exciting clashes as both teams look to assert their dominance in T20 cricket.