Holder\u2019s 4-27 dismantled Nepal\u2019s resistance and ensured their modest 133\/8 never truly threatened a clinical West Indies chase, led by Shai Hope\u2019s unbeaten 60. Reflecting on the conditions in the day game, Holder said the surface demanded early precision.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYeah, I mean, it was a different game, obviously a day game. I thought the ball did a little bit more. Probably held in the surface a little bit more upfront. And it became a little bit more difficult to hit through the line of the ball. We were able to get a little bit of movement as well too which was key. And I thought our bowlers bowled a really tight line to them as well upfront, which was very, very key in terms of our execution,\u201d he said after receiving the Player of the Match award.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Nepal had slumped to 22\/3 in the powerplay after Holder struck with his first delivery, and the new-ball attack applied relentless pressure. He was quick, however, to spread the credit, particularly to fellow seamer Matthew Forde.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cCredit not only to me, but I mean, to Matthew (Forde) as well, I thought Matthew bowled an outstanding spell upfront to set the tone for us. And then we were able to adjust from there,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Nepal did recover through Dipendra Singh Airee\u2019s fighting 58 and a late flourish from Sompal Kami, but Holder returned at the death to close out the innings with clinical accuracy. He revealed that his round-the-wicket approach and yorker execution were part of deliberate preparation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt's something I've been practising now for a little while, you know, I've just been happy that, you know, I've been comfortable enough in the game to go round the wicket at times. I try to change the angles, as you've said. I think for me, it's just trying to not be too predictable. I'm also just varying the positions at the crease and just trying to execute a few more yorkers. So for me, it's just trying to be a little bit more unpredictable and then at times, you know, understanding when I could change the angle to a particular player.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
That clarity in execution left Nepal with a total that proved well below par, as Hope and Shimron Hetmyer powered West Indies to 134\/1 in just 15.2 overs, maintaining their unbeaten T20I record at the Wankhede. Beyond his figures, Holder also emphasised his responsibility within the bowling unit, particularly in high-pressure phases of tournament cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYeah, I think one of my key roles is obviously just to help the guys as much as possible, especially when we're under pressure. For me, I just try to share as much information as possible. I don't know it all, but I mean, I have played enough cricket that I can give a few more insights as to, you know what, a few suggestions,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
That clarity in execution left Nepal with a total that proved well below par, as Hope and Shimron Hetmyer powered West Indies to 134\/1 in just 15.2 overs, maintaining their unbeaten T20I record at the Wankhede. Beyond his figures, Holder also emphasised his responsibility within the bowling unit, particularly in high-pressure phases of tournament cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYou know, I think for me, it's just keeping my head above water in terms of sharing as much information as I possibly can share, hearing what you guys have said as well too. I think it's important to listen to them as well at times and not tell them everything. And then understanding, you know, when to or when not to,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n