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Hetmyer's Blitz Powers West Indies to 182
7 Feb
Summary
- Shimron Hetmyer smashed 64 off 36 balls for West Indies.
- Hetmyer recorded the fastest fifty by a West Indies player.
- Scotland drafted into the tournament two weeks prior.
Shimron Hetmyer delivered a remarkable performance, scoring 64 runs from just 36 deliveries to help the West Indies reach a competitive total of 182 for 5 against Scotland in their T20 World Cup encounter. His innings featured the fastest half-century ever recorded by a West Indies batter in a T20 World Cup, achieved in a mere 22 balls. This display of power hitting came after the West Indies experienced a shaky start, with Scotland's bowlers initially maintaining pressure.
Scotland, who were unexpectedly drafted into the tournament just two weeks before its commencement, displayed commendable discipline after winning the toss and choosing to bowl. Early breakthroughs by Michael Leask and Oliver Davidson put the West Indies on the back foot. However, Hetmyer shifted the momentum significantly, forming a rapid 81-run partnership off 37 balls with Rovman Powell, who contributed 24 runs.
Hetmyer's aggressive batting continued alongside Sherfane Rutherford, who added a quick 26 from 13 balls. Despite the loss of Powell and Rutherford towards the end, West Indies posted a formidable score. Brad Currie was Scotland's most effective bowler, taking 2 wickets for 23 runs. Hetmyer attributed his performance to improved fitness and a clear batting approach focused on minimizing dot balls.
