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Nervy Start for West Indies in T20 World Cup Opener Against Papua New Guinea

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West Indies kick off their T20 World Cup journey with a nail-biting 5-wicket win over Papua New Guinea, setting the stage for an exciting tournament ahead. Read on to discover the thrilling highlights and behind-the-scenes scoop from the tournament!

The T20 World Cup 2024 saw a nerve-wracking start for the West Indies as they faced Papua New Guinea in a thrilling opening match. The co-hosts opted to field first and made an early impact by taking three quick wickets, putting the pressure on their opponents. Despite Papua New Guinea's efforts, the West Indies managed to secure a tense five-wicket victory, showcasing their determination and grit on the field.

As the T20 World Cup unfolds in the Caribbean, cricket fans are treated to intense matches and unexpected moments. From the heroics of Roston Chase and Andre Russell leading the West Indies to victory to the nail-biting finishes, every game is filled with excitement and anticipation. Behind the scenes, at media days for teams like Pakistan and South Africa, the preparation and buzz surrounding the tournament add to the electrifying atmosphere.

Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the possibility of a Super Over in the T20 World Cup 2024, a tie-breaker that promises heightened drama and suspense in case of tied matches. The prospect of such a thrilling conclusion keeps fans on the edge of their seats, ready for the unexpected twists and turns that define cricket's unpredictability.

In the midst of the intense cricket action, Papua New Guinea's valiant effort against the West Indies leaves them reflecting on what could have been. Despite

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The co-hosts took three early wickets as they began their tournament by fielding in Guyana.

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Nervy West Indies starts T20 World Cup with 5-wicket win over ... (The Associated Press)

Co-host West Indies has scrapped to a nervy five-wicket win over Papua New Guinea as the Twenty20 World Cup held its first match in the Caribbean.

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Papua New Guinea is left to wonder what could have been after "missing a trick" against a nervy West Indian team during their Twenty20 World Cup match.

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WI vs PNG LIVE Score: West Indies won by 5 wickets against Papua New Guinea, in the opening Group C match of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup.

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Men's T20 World Cup: West Indies made to work in five-wicket win ... (Sky Sports)

Roston Chase and Andre Russell take West Indies to victory over Papua New Guinea after T20 World Cup co-hosts slip to 97-5 in chase of 137 - watch every ...

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T20 World Cup, WI vs PNG Live Score: West Indies vs Papua New Guinea: PNG posted 136/8 in 20 overs vs WI, in Georgetown on Sunday. | Crickit.

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'Incredible scenes': Minnows' staggering collapse as final over chaos erupts in T20 World Cup.

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Namibia vs Oman: Wiese holds nerves in super over finish at T20 ... (Aljazeera.com)

Wiese scored 13 runs and restricted Oman to 10 in the super over after the match was tied at the end of 20 overs each.

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T20 World Cup Highlights: Namibia Avoid Oman Upset, Secure 11 ... (NDTVSports.com)

NAM vs OMA, T20 World Cup: Namibia beat Oman by 11 runs in Super Over after both teams scored 109 each.

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Men's T20 World Cup: Namibia seal victory in Super Over against ... (Sky Sports)

David Wiese was the star man for Namibia as he hit a six and a four during the Super Over before taking a wicket; watch every match from the tournament live ...

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T20 World Cup 2024: Trumpelmann, Wiese shine as Namibia win in ... (Deccan Herald)

Bridgetown (Barbados), Jun 3 (PTI) Namibia's Ruben Trumpelmann became the first player to take wickets in the first two deliveries of a T20 international as ...

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