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India, West Indies lock horns at Wankhede for the decider

By Mumbai Indians

After a phenomenal comeback at Trivandrum by the visitors, both teams now face each other in a do-or-die clash at the iconic Wankhede stadium. While India are the No.5 ranked T20I team in the world, West Indies are placed at the tenth position.

Here are five talking points ahead of the decider:

1. T20 World Cup nostalgia

Both teams featured in the 2016 WT20 semifinal at the same ground. West Indies walked away with a sweet 7-wicket victory over India, which paved their way to become the T20 champions of the world.

2. Local boy Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma will be in a familiar territory as he steps out to bat at his home ground, i.e. the Wankhede stadium. He has also led Mumbai Indians to four IPL titles. The Indian vice captain will definitely have a trick or two up his sleeve to make the most of the conditions.

 
 
 
 
 
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3. West Indies and the MI connect

Kieron Pollard, Evin Lewis, Lendl Simmons and even Nicholas Pooran have all been a part of Mumbai Indians. Hence, when they enter the Wankhede, it will be a home away from home for them.

4. Spotlight on Washington Sundar

Washington Sundar hasn't been going through a great patch. His performance in the last game wasn't quite impressive on the field. Hence, there’s a slight possibility that Kuldeep Yadav may get a go over him.

5. Winner takes it all

The Men in Blue haven't lost a single series since the conclusion of the World Cup. On the other hand, West Indies are coming off from a T20I series loss against Afghanistan and a win here would mean a great deal for the side.

The third and final T20 international is scheduled to begin at 7 PM IST at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.