Lewis, Hope, and Carty fire West Indies to 256/5 – Ireland crumble under pressure in Bready.
BREADY, IRELAND – June 15, 2025
The West Indies lit up the cricketing world with a sensational T20I performance, hammering 256/5 – their second-highest T20 total ever – and crushed Ireland by 62 runs to seal the three-match series 1-0.
🔥 Evin Lewis played a thunderous knock of 91 off 44 balls, combining brutal power with precision timing. He was brilliantly supported by Shai Hope (51 off 27) and debutant ”Keacy Carty (49 off 22)”, whose fearless finishing made the scoreboard erupt.
A T20I Masterclass from the Men in Maroon
From the moment the ball started flying into the trees and over the sightscreens, it was clear something special was happening. West Indies, after a slow start, unleashed 20 sixes in a spectacular display of raw power hitting — one of the most thrilling T20 spectacles of the year.
Despite scoring only 11 runs in the first two overs, Lewis and Hope switched gears and launched into the Irish attack, smashing 70 runs in the powerplay.
💥 Lewis reached his fifty with a towering six in just 29 balls
💥 Hope followed soon, bringing up his half-century off only 24 balls
Their opening stand of 122 runs sent a strong message to the cricketing world — the West Indies are building a dangerous white-ball unit again.
Keacy Carty Makes Dream Debut
With the middle-order briefly wobbling, Keacy Carty stepped in and stamped his authority on the game. The 27-year-old debuted in style, slamming 4 fours and 4 sixes to finish unbeaten on 49, announcing his arrival on the international stage with a bang.
His fearless approach was matched by quick cameos from Hetmyer, Holder, and Shepherd, keeping the run rate above 12 per over throughout the innings.
Ireland’s Chase Falters Despite Bright Start
Ireland came out swinging with Paul Stirling hitting three consecutive boundaries in the opening over. Ross Adair (48) and Harry Tector (38) formed a promising 101-run partnership for the second wicket. But the required rate kept climbing, and when Tector fell in the 11th over, it sparked a rapid collapse.
📉 Ireland went from 117/1 to 119/4 in a matter of minutes
🔥 Akeal Hosein led the bowling charge with 3/27
🧊 Jason Holder applied pressure in the death overs, taking 2/49
Despite a late unbeaten 31 from Mark Adair, the home side finished at 194/7, well short of the massive target.
| Team | Score | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|
| West Indies | 256/5 (20 overs) | Lewis 91, Hope 51, Carty 49*, Hosein 3/27 |
| Ireland | 194/7 (20 overs) | R Adair 48, Tector 38, M Adair 31* |
| Result | West Indies won by 62 runs | Series: WI win 1-0 |
Match Key Moments and Records:
🏏 Second-highest T20I total by West Indies (256)
💣 Most sixes (20) by West Indies in a T20I in 2025
🧢 Liam McCarthy’s debut — most expensive spell by a debutant (4 overs, 81 runs)
🌟 Keacy Carty’s debut heroics with unbeaten 49 off 22
Expert Reaction
“This is the kind of firepower we’ve been expecting from the West Indies for years,” said a former international. “Evin Lewis is back at his best, and Carty’s debut shows there’s new talent ready to take over.”
Fans flooded social media with praise for Lewis’ fireworks and Carty’s ice-cold debut under pressure. Hashtags like #EvinLewis91, #WestIndiesCricket, and #CartyDebut trended globally on X (formerly Twitter).
What’s Next for West Indies?
With their sights set on the T20 World Cup 2026, this performance will boost confidence and solidify roles. Lewis’ return to form, Hope’s stability, and the emergence of Carty could be game-changers for the Caribbean side’s campaign ahead.
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