India Masters are in command against West Indies Masters in the high-stakes final of the inaugural International Masters League (IML) at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium.
West Indies Masters captain Brian Lara won the toss and opted to bat first, but India Masters quickly took charge of the game. Paceman Vinay Kumar struck early, claiming the prized wicket of Lara, setting the tone for the Indian side. Shahbaz Nadeem further tightened India’s grip by dismissing William Perkins and star batter Dwayne Smith. Smith, who provided some resistance, scored 45 off 35 balls before falling to Nadeem.
India Masters’ bowling attack showcased remarkable discipline and skill, consistently applying pressure on the West Indies lineup. As the innings progressed, West Indies Masters found themselves struggling to build momentum, losing four wickets in quick succession.
The atmosphere at the stadium has been electric, with fans cheering every breakthrough. India Masters, led by the iconic Sachin Tendulkar, are now poised to seize the inaugural IML title unless the Caribbean side can mount a dramatic comeback.
Stay tuned for more updates as the final unfolds.