In the final stage of the International Masters League (IML) 2025, India Masters defeated West Indies Masters by 7 runs, securing their place in the semi-finals with a stellar performance.
Sports News: India Masters showcased a brilliant performance in the final stage of the International Masters League (IML) 2025, defeating West Indies Masters by 7 runs and securing a semi-final berth. In this thrilling encounter, Stuart Binny claimed three wickets, while Irfan Pathan's exceptional bowling in the final over sealed the victory for his team.
Batting first, India Masters posted a massive score of 253/3. Ambati Rayudu (63) and Saurabh Tiwary (60) provided a b start with explosive innings. Rayudu played a whirlwind knock of 35 balls, including 8 fours and 4 sixes, while Tiwary reached his half-century in 32 balls. Gurkeerat Singh Mann (46) and Yuvraj Singh (49*) also batted aggressively, contributing significantly to the team's large total.
Yuvraj entertained the crowd with his 20-ball innings. Yusuf Pathan (14*) provided excellent support, and together they added an unbeaten 67 runs for the fourth wicket.
West Indies Masters' Explosive Start
West Indies Masters began their chase explosively. Dwayne Smith (79) and William Perkins (52) put immense pressure on the India Masters bowlers, forging an opening partnership of 121 runs in just 10 overs. Smith reached his half-century in 22 balls and even scored 20 runs in a single over bowled by Irfan Pathan. Lendl Simmons smashed five sixes and a four in a single over bowled by Rahul Sharma, scoring 38 runs off just 12 balls. However, Pawan Negi provided India Masters with some relief by dismissing him.
Binny Changes the Game's Momentum
Stuart Binny ended Smith's dangerous innings with a superb delivery. He then dismissed Jonathan Carter (11) and Kirk Edwards (4), derailing the West Indies innings. With 24 runs needed and Brian Lara at the crease, Irfan Pathan's precise bowling in the final over restricted West Indies Masters to 246/6, securing a semi-final spot for India Masters.
