Powerplay blitz: Sharma's aggression lifts India vs West Indies

During the powerplay, Sharma switched gears, playing a dominant cover‑point drive followed by a cascade of boundaries off Chase’s deliveries. He partnered seamlessly with Ishan Kishan, a chemistry built over IPL campaigns and previous internationals. Sharma noted that his role was to keep Ishan relaxed and in his comfort zone, allowing the duo to rotate the strike and apply relentless pressure on the West Indies bowlers throughout the innings.