West Indies vs Uganda: Dominant Windies Crush Uganda by 134 Runs in Record-Breaking T20 World Cup Match

West Indies vs Uganda: Dominant Windies Crush Uganda by 134 Runs in Record-Breaking T20 World Cup Match

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West Indies vs Uganda in T20 Cricket World Cup 2024

The West Indies cricket team delivered a crushing defeat to Uganda, winning by a massive 134 runs. The Windies bowlers, led by Akeal Hosein, were on fire from the start. Hosein picked up five wickets within the first seven overs, all of which were either bowled or LBW, leaving the Ugandan batsmen struggling for answers. His accurate and aggressive bowling dismantled Uganda’s lineup, giving them no room to recover. Other Windies bowlers also capitalized on the conditions, making it difficult for Uganda to build any momentum.

Windies’ Strong Batting Performance

Earlier in the match, the Windies put up a solid total of 173 runs. Contributions came from all players in their batting lineup, showcasing a well-rounded team effort. This substantial score set the stage for their bowlers to attack with confidence.

Points and Upcoming Matches

With this victory, the Windies now have four points from their two matches. They still have two critical games left against New Zealand and Afghanistan. Given the tight competition, this big win against Uganda will boost their confidence and net run rate.

Notable Records

Lowest All-Out Totals in T20 World Cups:

  • 39 – Netherlands vs Sri Lanka, Chattogram, 2014
  • 39 – Uganda vs West Indies, Providence, 2024*
  • 44 – Netherlands vs Sri Lanka, Sharjah, 2021
  • 55 – West Indies vs England, Dubai, 2021
  • 58 – Uganda vs Afghanistan, Guyana, 2024

Biggest Win Margins in T20 World Cups (by runs):

  • 172 – Sri Lanka vs Kenya, Johannesburg, 2007
  • 134 – West Indies vs Uganda, Providence, 2024*
  • 130 – Afghanistan vs Scotland, Sharjah, 2021
  • 130 – South Africa vs Scotland, The Oval, 2009
  • 125 – Afghanistan vs Uganda, Providence, 2024

The Windies’ emphatic victory not only boosts their standings but also places them prominently in the record books for one of the largest winning margins in T20 World Cup history.

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