In the second ODI clash between West Indies and Australia, the West Indies bowlers initially put Australia on the back foot, reducing them to 91/5. However, Sean Abbott's resilient half-century and a three-wicket haul contributed to Australia's triumph, securing an 83-run victory.
Opting to field first after winning the toss, Shai Hope saw promising moments early on, including debutant Jake Fraser-McGurk's attacking start. Yet, wickets fell steadily for Australia, with Cameron Green and Marnus Labuschagne providing some resistance. However, Gukesh Motie's introduction into the attack proved crucial as Australia lost five wickets for 91 runs in the 17th over.
Despite a mid-innings collapse, Abbott's patient yet assertive batting revived Australia's innings. With well-timed boundaries and calculated shots, Abbott reached a half-century, scoring 69 runs from 63 balls. Australia posted a competitive total of 258/9.
In response, West Indies faced early setbacks, losing three wickets for 34 runs. Hope and Keacy Carty struggled against a disciplined Australian bowling attack. Although Carty broke the boundary drought with a six in the 21st over, Australia maintained pressure.
Hazlewood, Abbott, and Sutherland continued to take crucial wickets, disrupting West Indies' chase. Roston Chase and Kjorn Ottley offered resistance, but Abbott's impactful spell removed key batsmen, including Carty and Chase. Adam Zampa wrapped up the innings in the 44th over, dismissing Motie, as West Indies were bowled out for 175.
Despite challenges in their batting innings, Australia's dominant bowling display secured an 83-run victory, giving them an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-ODI series.
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