When Australia touched down in the Caribbean for the T20I leg, few expected a clean 5-0 sweep. But after the dust settled in St Kitts, that’s exactly what happened — and in classic Aussie style. The final showdown of the West Indies vs Australia T20I series delivered everything: wild swings, power-hitting, spin wizardry, and just enough chaos to remind you why this sport is so addictive.
🧨 Dwarshuis Deals the Damage Early
Ben Dwarshuis wasn’t just playing cricket — he was bowling like he was auditioning for a Fast & Furious spin-off. Knocking over Shai Hope and Brandon King early, his fiery 3/41 helped keep the Windies’ batters on edge. The home side did fire back, with Shimron Hetmyer’s brisk 52 and Sherfane Rutherford’s classy 35, but every punch landed by the West Indies was met with a block or a bouncer in reply.
Still, 170 on a slow-ish deck? Respectable. Not safe.
🔥 Tim David & Owen Light the Fuse in Aussie Chase
The chase began in comical chaos — Glenn Maxwell gone for a golden duck and Marsh bowled by a searing Joseph delivery. At 25/3, Australia looked wobbly — until Tim David turned up like a guy who’d just hit “reset” on his PlayStation controller. Smacking sixes like he was ordering Uber Eats, he tilted the momentum back.
Then Mitchell Owen and Aaron Hardie joined the destruction squad, pounding Matthew Forde and co. with a flurry of boundaries, smashing 43 runs across two overs. Even Akeal Hosein’s heroic 3/17, introduced criminally late, wasn’t enough to stall the march.
🏏 Green’s Consistency Wins the Series
Cameron Green, the gentle giant who bats like he’s on a trampoline, was crowned Player of the Series. Whether anchoring in pressure or launching into acceleration mode, Green embodied what Australia’s T20 DNA has become: flexible, fearless, and full of firepower.
Australia chased the 171 target in just 17 overs — not just a win, but a statement.
🎰 188BET Insight: Who Had the Edge?
Bookies had this one tilting heavily toward Australia after Game 3, with 188BET listing Australia at 1.40 pre-match and West Indies drifting near 3.10 odds. Prop bets on “Player of the Match” favored Tim David and Green, but Ben Dwarshuis’s 3-wicket haul flipped the script. Bettors who backed a 5-0 series result? Laughing to the bank.
🧠 What Went Wrong for West Indies?
- Late bowling changes – Akeal Hosein was introduced after the damage was done.
- Middle-order collapses – From 144/5 to 170 all out? That’s a crime in cricket.
- Over-reliance on individual brilliance – Hetmyer’s 52 couldn’t cover for poor shot selection by others.
Captain Shai Hope admitted: “We were always one step behind the eight ball.” And it showed.
🙋 FAQ: People Also Ask
Australia swept the series 5-0, dominating both with bat and ball.
Ben Dwarshuis earned the award for his 3/41, setting the tone early.
Green was consistent with the bat and vital in key partnerships, earning him Player of the Series.
Poor death overs execution and delayed bowling changes allowed Australia to chase aggressively.
Australia were favorites at 1.40, with West Indies at longer odds around 3.10.
West Indies face Pakistan next. Australia will regroup before prepping for the T20 World Cup.
✅ Conclusion: Australia’s Tour de Force
Australia didn’t just win — they sent a message ahead of the T20 World Cup. With a blend of pace, power, and poise, this squad is cooking at the right time. For West Indies, this series will sting — but also serve as a valuable mirror.
Want more T20 madness? Stick around — Pakistan’s tour of the Caribbean is up next. And if you’re placing bets, don’t forget to check 188BET’s live odds.
