Fans erupt as Shai Hope powers West Indies to record chase against India in 2nd T20I
West Indies produced a remarkable batting performance to defeat India by six wickets in the second T20I at Ranchi on October 10. Chasing a daunting target of 250, the visitors reached 252/4, completing their highest successful run chase in T20 internationals and recording the highest successful T20I chase against India.
Shai Hope led the charge with an unbeaten 102 off just 45 deliveries, while Sherfane Rutherford delivered a blistering knock of 84 from 37 balls. Their partnership transformed the contest after West Indies lost three wickets inside the powerplay, leaving Indian fans stunned by the visitors’ extraordinary comeback.
Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford power West Indies to historic win
India posted 249/5 after Sanju Samson smashed 82 off 41 balls, while Tilak Varma contributed 44. The middle order added further momentum, but Roston Chase’s impressive spell of 3/24 helped prevent India from pushing the total even higher. West Indies initially struggled in the chase as Mayank Yadav claimed three wickets, reducing the visitors to 58/3. However, Rutherford joined Hope and turned the game around with a stunning counterattack.
The pair added 120 runs, with Rutherford striking seven fours and seven sixes before Kuldeep Yadav finally dismissed him. Hope continued to dominate after Rutherford’s departure, receiving valuable support from Romario Shepherd, who scored 34 off just 13 deliveries. The West Indies captain eventually completed the chase with an unbeaten century, sealing a memorable victory with an over to spare.
West Indies’ stunning chase leaves fans amazed
The result was particularly striking given India’s imposing total and West Indies’ early setbacks. Hope’s composure and Rutherford’s aggressive strokeplay helped the visitors maintain the required scoring rate, while India’s inability to break the partnership proved costly.
The victory also extended West Indies’ impressive run of successful chases during their international tour. Their ability to score 204 runs through boundaries alone underlined the scale of their batting performance and gave fans plenty to discuss after the thrilling contest.
Here’s how fans reacted:
West Indies achieves their highest successful run chase in T20Is, courtesy of Shai Hope’s maiden century #cricket #INDvWI #2ndT20I pic.twitter.com/wNMX9mXCUd
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 9, 2026
Captain Shai hope shows his brilliance.. loves to bat against india.
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) October 9, 2026
Shai Hope again. With a little help from a friend in Shurfane Rutherford who provided raw power and impact. Highest successful run chase for West Indies following their record run chase in the ODI’s🙌🏾🙌🏾.
— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) October 9, 2026
Such a pleasure to talk to Shai Hope at the presentation. Great equanimity in victory and defeat.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 9, 2026
As of this evening – Shai Hope’s most recent knocks in all three formats in India is a hundred. There’s clearly something inspiring in that dugout. This isn’t the flashy West Indies of a few years ago. Sammy and Hope have clearly changed the culture, mindset and aspirations in…
— Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) October 9, 2026
🚨 HIGHEST CHASE EVER IN WEST INDIES T20I HISTORY 🤯
– They chase down 250 runs in just 18.3 overs at Ranchi.
What a moment in WI history, Shai Hope is the hero. pic.twitter.com/luww9oshtN
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 9, 2026
TAKE A BOW, SHAI HOPE. 🫡
– 102* (45) with 6 fours and 9 sixes in the 250 run chase. The West Indies captain took the responsibility and delivered himself.
ONE OF THE CRAZIEST INDIA TOUR FOR A BATTER – HE’S IN SUBLIME TOUCH. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/UUckU1u0ZM
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 9, 2026
Shai hope is one of the finest to grace the game.
— Dr. Anshul Sadhale (@AnshulGains) October 10, 2026
Shai Hope whenever the opponent is India#Shaihope #batting pic.twitter.com/XLqrvgJYji
— khanorman (@sportsloverB56) October 9, 2026
It would be unfair to Shai Hope if West Indies fail to qualify for the 2027 World Cup.
— Kaushik (@kaushiktweetz) October 9, 2026
India v West Indies last 4 international games
Guwahati ODI: India captain Shubman Gill was the Player of the Match
New Chandigarh ODI: West Indies captain Shai Hope was the Player of the Match
Lucknow T20I: India captain Shreyas Iyer was the Player of the Match
Ranchi T20I:…
— Sarang Bhalerao (@bhaleraosarang) October 9, 2026
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