India’s Powerplay Surge Beats 2019 Record as Samson Scores Fastest Half-Century

The second T20I of the India‑West Indies series, played in Ranchi on October 9, saw the Indian side eclipse its previous power‑play high of 72 runs set in 2019.

A commanding 79 runs were amassed in the first six overs, driven primarily by Sanju Samson’s explosive innings. Samson’s 50 came off just 21 balls, matching the speed of Virat Kohli’s 2019 feat but becoming the fastest Indian half‑century against a Caribbean attack.

Opening batsman Abhishek Sharma contributed a quick 20 before being dismissed, while Samson’s partnership with Ishan Kishan kept the momentum alive. Kishan’s fluid stroke‑play added valuable runs, ensuring the run rate stayed above eight per over.

The Indian XI remained the same as the opening match: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Akshar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and Mayank Yadav.

West Indies introduced Gudakesh Motie into their side, aiming to counter the on‑fire Indian batting.

The record‑breaking power‑play underscores India’s aggressive approach and sets a new benchmark for future T20 contests.