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NEW DELHI [NCRBuzz Wire] — **India captain Shreyas Iyer pointed to heavy dew and a challenging bowling surface as key factors following his side's six-wicket defeat to the WEST INDIES after posting 249 runs.** The match highlighted the growing challenges of defending totals in evening fixtures under severe outfield moisture conditions.
### Match Metrics & Key Player Statistics
| Metric / Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Result | WEST INDIES won by 6 wickets |
| India Total | 249 all out |
| Top Scorer (WEST INDIES) | Shai Hope (102* not out) |
| Decisive Partnership | Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford |
**Shai Hope praised his squad's calculated risk-taking after losing two early wickets during the run chase.** Both captains acknowledged the tactical shifts required when fielding conditions degrade significantly due to environmental factors.
Evening limited-overs fixtures in South Asian and Caribbean venues frequently face dew factor challenges, which heavily favor batting second and complicate defense strategies for spinners and fast bowlers alike.
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