Stokes' Record-Breaking Half-Century Secures Series Win for England
England captain Ben Stokes smashed a record-breaking half-century, the fastest for his country in Tests, as England defeated the West Indies at Edgbaston to secure a 3-0 series win.
Jos Buttler’s scintillating century stole the spotlight, overshadowing Virat Kohli’s impressive 113. The Royals clinched the win by six wickets, leaving the RCB side reeling.
Earlier in the match, RCB’s top order, featuring skipper Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, and Rajat Patidar, showcased immense talent and explosiveness. However, their combined efforts fell short, with only Virat Kohli shining consistently. Kohli, the current Orange Cap holder, boasts two fifties and a century in this season’s Indian Premier League (IPL).
Meanwhile, Yashasvi Jaiswal, who entered this IPL iteration with high expectations, struggled to find his form. The left-handed opener managed just 39 runs across four matches. In contrast, England T20 captain Jos Buttler played a pivotal role, delivering a timely innings that propelled Rajasthan to their fourth consecutive victory.
