IML INDM vs WIM Final 2025 Highlights | India Masters Clinch International Masters League T20 2025 Title with Commanding Win Over West Indies Masters

India Masters Defeat West Indies Masters to Win International Masters League T20 2025 Final

India Masters clinched the International Masters League T20 2025 title with a commanding six-wicket victory over West Indies Masters in the final at Raipur. Ambati Rayudu starred with a match-winning 74 off 50 balls, guiding his team to chase 149 in 17.1 overs. West Indies Masters, led by Lendl Simmons' 57, struggled to build a competitive total, as Vinay Kumar (3/26) and Shahbaz Nadeem (2/12) struck crucial blows. India Masters lifted the trophy in dominant fashion, marking a memorable tournament triumph.

Scorecard

West Indies Masters: 148/7 (20 overs)

• Lendl Simmons 57 (41), Dwayne Smith 45 (36)
• Vinay Kumar 3/26, Shahbaz Nadeem 2/12

India Masters: 149/4 (17.1 overs)

• Ambati Rayudu 74 (50), Sachin Tendulkar 25 (18)
• Ashley Nurse 2/22, Tino Best 2/41

India Masters won by 6 wickets. Player of the Match: Ambati Rayudu

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Rayudu Stars as India Masters Secure Title in Raipur

India Masters triumphed in the final of the International Masters League T20 2025, defeating West Indies Masters by six wickets at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. Led by an explosive knock from Ambati Rayudu, India Masters chased down the target of 149 in just 17.1 overs, securing a dominant victory over their Caribbean counterparts.

West Indies Masters Bat First After Winning Toss

West Indies Masters opted to bat first after winning the toss but struggled to build a competitive total, managing 148/7 in their 20 overs. Their innings was anchored by Lendl Simmons, who scored 57 off 41 balls, but the team lost wickets at crucial junctures.

The early breakthroughs from India Masters’ bowlers set the tone, with Shahbaz Nadeem (2/12) and Vinay Kumar (3/26) causing significant damage. The West Indies innings was briefly revived by a 97-run eighth-wicket partnership between Ayabulela Gqamane (69 off 77) and Imran Manack (50* off 39), but their efforts weren’t enough to set an imposing total.

Key Performances – West Indies Masters Batting

• Lendl Simmons: 57 (41 balls, 5 fours, 1 six)

• Brian Lara: 6 (10 balls)

• Dwayne Smith: 45 (36 balls, 5 fours, 2 sixes)

• Ayabulela Gqamane: 69 (77 balls, 7 fours, 1 six)

• Imran Manack: 50* (39 balls, 5 fours, 2 sixes)

India Masters Bowling Standouts

• Shahbaz Nadeem: 4-1-12-2

• Vinay Kumar: 3-0-26-3

• Pawan Negi: 3-0-30-1

• Irfan Pathan: 4-0-47-0

• Stuart Binny: 2-0-11-0

Rayudu’s Heroics Lead India Masters’ Chase

India Masters, in response, made light work of the chase despite losing key wickets early. The foundation was laid by Ambati Rayudu, who smashed 74 off 50 balls at a blistering strike rate of 148.00, steering the team to victory with controlled aggression.

Skipper Sachin Tendulkar chipped in with 25 off 18 balls before being dismissed by Tino Best, while Gurkeerat Singh Mann contributed a steady 14 off 12. Yuvraj Singh remained unbeaten on 13, ensuring that India Masters reached the target with 17.1 overs played.

Key Performances – India Masters Batting

• Ambati Rayudu: 74 (50 balls, 9 fours, 3 sixes)

• Sachin Tendulkar: 25 (18 balls, 2 fours, 1 six)

• Gurkeerat Singh Mann: 14 (12 balls, 2 fours)

• Yuvraj Singh: 13* (11 balls)

• Stuart Binny: 16* (9 balls, 2 fours)

West Indies Masters Bowling Highlights

• Sulieman Benn: 4-0-28-0

• Tino Best: 3-0-41-2

• Jerome Taylor: 3-0-30-1

• Ashley Nurse: 3.1-0-22-2

• Ravi Rampaul: 4-0-28-0

India Masters Claim the Trophy

With this victory, India Masters secured the International Masters League T20 2025 title, showcasing the depth and experience of their squad. Ambati Rayudu’s match-winning performance earned him the Player of the Match award, while Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh guided the team to their triumphant chase.

For West Indies Masters, despite a solid fight with the bat, their bowlers failed to create consistent breakthroughs, allowing India Masters to cruise to the title in dominant fashion.

As veteran cricketers continue to entertain fans worldwide, the International Masters League T20 2025 final provided yet another thrilling encounter, with India Masters emerging as deserving champions.