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In a stunning display of power hitting, Phil Salt’s onslaught against Romario Shepherd stole the show as England cruised to a commanding win over West Indies in their T20 World Cup Super 8 encounter at St Lucia. Salt’s assault, particularly in Shepherd’s over, proved decisive with 30 runs plundered, effectively sealing the hosts’ fate.
With England requiring 40 runs off 30 balls, Phil Salt targeted Shepherd’s bowling for acceleration. Despite Shepherd’s intention to bowl slower deliveries, Salt capitalized on a full ball to smash it over covers for a boundary, marking his half-century in style.
The assault continued unabated as Phil Salt dispatched another slot delivery over long off for a towering six. Shepherd’s slower bouncer fared no better, lofted over the wicketkeeper for a boundary, followed promptly by another six over long off. As desperation set in, Shepherd’s short delivery was dispatched over square leg for yet another maximum.
The West Indies’ bowler’s misery culminated in a full toss that Salt effortlessly dispatched over covers to cap off his phenomenal over, cementing England’s dominance and leaving West Indies reeling from the devastating onslaught.
Salt’s fearless batting exemplified England’s clinical performance, highlighting their prowess in the tournament and leaving West Indies with much to ponder after a lackluster bowling display.
