West Indies Beat India by 24 Runs in 4th T20I Thriller — Series Level 2-2, Decider in Bengaluru
West Indies defeated India by 24 runs in the 4th T20I at Hyderabad on October 14, 2026, levelling the five-match series 2-2 and setting up a winner-takes-all decider in Bengaluru on October 17. Shai Hope’s magnificent unbeaten 102 off 50 balls and Keemo Paul’s maiden T20I five-wicket haul (5/41) were the twin pillars of a…
West Indies defeated India by 24 runs in the 4th T20I at Hyderabad on October 14, 2026, levelling the five-match series 2-2 and setting up a winner-takes-all decider in Bengaluru on October 17. Shai Hope’s magnificent unbeaten 102 off 50 balls and Keemo Paul’s maiden T20I five-wicket haul (5/41) were the twin pillars of a famous Caribbean victory on Indian soil.
⚡ Match at a Glance
| Match | India vs West Indies, 4th T20I |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Date | October 14, 2026 |
| West Indies | 247/3 (20 overs) — Hope 102* (50), Rutherford 49* (26) |
| India | 223/9 (20 overs) — Samson 56 (23), Tilak 43 (25) |
| Result | West Indies won by 24 runs |
| Series | Level 2-2 — decider October 17, Bengaluru |
Shai Hope’s Record-Breaking Century
If there is one batter West Indies fans want walking out when the pressure is highest, it is Shai Hope right now. The wicketkeeper-batter was simply unstoppable in Hyderabad, smashing an unbeaten 102 off just 50 deliveries — his second hundred of this T20I series.
What makes this knock truly special is the record it broke. Hope went past none other than Chris Gayle to become the West Indies player with the most centuries in T20 internationals. Think about that for a moment — Gayle, the Universe Boss himself, the man who redefined T20 batting. And here is Shai Hope, quietly, efficiently, going past him.
Hope has now stayed unbeaten three times on this tour of India. Tellingly, those are the three matches West Indies have won. When Hope stays till the end, the Caribbean side wins. It is becoming that simple.
How the Match Unfolded
India won the toss and chose to bowl first — a decision that probably looked good for about three overs. West Indies came out swinging on a dry Hyderabad surface and never really stopped. Hope found an able partner in Sherfane Rutherford, who smashed 49 not out off 26 balls, and the visitors posted a mammoth 247/3.
India’s chase started like a dream. Sanju Samson, who has blown hot and cold this series, exploded for 56 off just 23 balls. At 50 for no loss in three overs, the home crowd was already celebrating.
But this is where West Indies showed their growth. They strung together 12 consecutive overs conceding 13 or fewer runs — remarkable discipline in a 247-run chase. For the first time in the series, they held every catch that came their way.
The turning point came through Keemo Paul. The all-rounder produced the spell of his life — 5 wickets for 41 runs, his first five-wicket haul in T20 internationals. He ripped through India’s middle order just as Nitish Kumar Reddy (40 off 21) and Tilak Varma (43 off 25) were threatening to steal the game.
Injury Worry for India
The closing stages brought worrying news for the hosts. Fast bowler Arshdeep Singh took a painful blow to his right shoulder off Shamar Joseph’s bowling in the final over and had to retire hurt. With the decider just three days away, India’s medical team will be working overtime.
What This Means for the Decider
A 470-run match that goes down to the wire — this is exactly what T20 cricket should be. West Indies have now proven they can beat India in India, defend totals, and handle pressure. The 2-2 scoreline flatters neither side; both have been brilliant and both have been vulnerable.
The decider on October 17 at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium — one of the best batting venues in world cricket — promises fireworks. India will need to solve the Shai Hope puzzle. West Indies will need one more complete performance.
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