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The upcoming five-match T20I series between the West Indies and England promises to be a thrilling encounter, especially considering the historic rivalry between the two cricketing nations. The West Indies hold a slight edge in the head-to-head T20I record, having won 17 out of 30 matches played so far. England has secured 13 wins in the same period.
England's Phil Salt has emerged as a dominant force in the shortest format against the West Indies, amassing 478 runs in nine matches, the highest for any player in this bilateral series. He also holds the record for most centuries (2) in these matches. Salt's incredible run included a blistering 119 runs off just 57 balls, the highest individual score in a West Indies vs. England T20I encounter.
On the bowling front, England's Adil Rashid reigns supreme, having claimed 32 wickets in 19 matches, the most for any bowler in this series. He is followed by West Indies' Jason Holder, who has 27 wickets in 17 matches. Holder also holds the record for the best bowling figures in the series, having taken 5 wickets for 27 runs in a single match. This dominance highlights the strong bowling lineups that both teams possess.
The series is expected to be a tight contest, with both teams boasting talented players across all departments. While the West Indies have a slightly better overall record, England's recent form and individual brilliance of players like Phil Salt suggest that the upcoming series will be closely fought. Fans can look forward to some exciting cricket action as both teams strive for victory in this crucial series.
Source: West Indies Vs England In T20Is: Most Wins, Runs, Wickets, 100s, Sixes & More