Shreyas Iyer praises bowlers after India take 2-1 series lead
Shreyas Iyer praised his bowlers' clarity and execution after India defeated West Indies by 14 runs to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
India captain Shreyas Iyer credited his bowlers for their confident approach after the team defeated West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I at Holkar Stadium on Sunday. The win gave India a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Arshdeep Singh took three wickets while Naman Dhir claimed two scalps.
Iyer said the bowlers were decisive in their execution and ready to take on challenges. He praised Abhishek Sharma's 69 off 30 balls and Ishan Kishan's 37 off 18 balls for providing a strong start. West Indies skipper Shai Hope said his team could have executed better with the ball and needs a dependable opening partnership.
Hope noted dew played a part toward the end of West Indies' innings as the ball started to tail. India successfully defended 223 after restricting West Indies to 209 for seven despite a late unbeaten 35 off 11 from Shamar Springer.