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Middle Overs; The Turning Point in India’s Victory
The middle overs proved decisive in the 1st T20I between India and West Indies in Lucknow. India scored 110 runs without losing a wicket, maintaining an impressive run rate of 12.69 RPO. In contrast, West Indies managed 83 runs while losing four wickets, scoring at 9.22 RPO. India therefore gained a 27-run advantage and a 3.47 RPO scoring-rate advantage during this phase. The key difference was not just acceleration, but stability. India consistently built partnerships and attacked without sacrificing wickets, while West Indies struggled to maintain momentum after losing key batters. The middle overs ultimately shifted the match decisively toward India.