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Romario Shepherd's Historic Hat-Trick Powers West Indies in T20 WC Opener

West Indies all-rounder Romario Shepherd made history by taking the first-ever hat-trick for his team in an ICC T20 World Cup match against Scotland. His devastating 17th over yielded four wickets, including the hat-trick, leading to final figures of 5/20. This performance makes him only the second West Indies bowler to claim a five-wicket haul in the tournament's history. Shepherd's heroics helped bowl Scotland out for 147, securing a win after West Indies posted 182/5.

Key Points: Romario Shepherd Hat-Trick in T20 World Cup, West Indies Win

  • First WI hat-trick in T20 WC
  • Fourth WI bowler with a T20I hat-trick
  • Second WI bowler with T20 WC 5-wicket haul
  • Joins elite list with two T20I hat-tricks
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Historic hat-trick for Romario Shepherd in WI's T20 WC opener, joins elite list of bowlers

Romario Shepherd takes a historic hat-trick and 5-wicket haul for West Indies against Scotland in the T20 World Cup opener. Full match highlights.

Historic hat-trick for Romario Shepherd in WI's T20 WC opener, joins elite list of bowlers
"He is also the only second West Indies cricketer to take a five-wicket haul in the T20 WC - Report"

Kolkata, February 7

West Indies all-rounder Romario Shepherd made history during his side's ICC T20 World Cup campaign opener against Scotland, taking a stunning hat-trick, the first-ever by a Windies player in the ICC T20 World Cup.

While defending 183 for his side, Romario generated figures of 5/20 in his three overs. During his 17th over, he got wickets of Matthew Cross, Michael Leask, and Oliver Davidson to complete the hat-trick and concluded the over with another wicket of Safyaan Sharif, making it four wickets in an over.

He has taken West Indies' fourth T20I hat-trick, with Jason Holder (against England, Bridgetown 2022), Shepherd (against Bangladesh, Chattogram, 2025), and Shamar Springer (against Afghanistan in Dubai this year) being the other three ones.

He is also the only second West Indies cricketer to take a five-wicket haul in the T20 WC, with Akael Hosein (5/11) being the first to do so against Uganda in the 2024 edition of the tournament.

Shepherd is also the fourth bowler in the history of T20Is (amongst Test-playing teams) to have two hat-tricks in the format, alongside Sri Lankan legend Lasith Malinga, Australia's Pat Cummins and New Zealand's Tim Southee.

Scotland won the toss and opted to bowl first.

A half-century stand from Brandon King (35 in 30 balls, with four boundaries and a six) and skipper Shai Hope (19) started off things for WI. After WI slid to 58/2, Hetmyer along with Rovman Powell (24 in 14 balls, with four boundaries and two sixes) struck a fine 81-run stand for the third wicket. Romario Shepherd (6*) and Matthew Forde (1*) were unbeaten when WI reached 182/5 in 20 overs.

Brad Currie (2/23) was the top bowler for Scotland.

In the run-chase, Scotland was reduced to 37/3 in 5.4 overs. Skipper Richie Berrington (42 in 24 balls, with three fours and two sixes) and Tom Bruce (35 in 28 balls, with a four and two sixes) put on a 78-run stand for the fourth wicket. From 115/3, Scotland collapsed to 147/10 in 18.5 overs. Shepherd (5/20) and veteran Jason Holder (3/35 in 3.5 overs) were the top bowlers for WI.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, it's thrilling to see such performances. The Windies bring so much flair to T20 cricket. Shepherd joining that elite list with Malinga and Cummins is a huge achievement. The game needs strong West Indies teams.
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Priyanka N
Brilliant bowling, but let's be honest, Scotland's middle order collapse was a bit of a gift. After that 78-run partnership, they just fell apart. Shepherd was clinical, but the pressure from the other end by Holder was equally crucial. Team effort!
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Rohit P
Four wickets in an over in a World Cup! Yaar, that's the kind of magic we tune in for. The Caribbean fire is back. Hope they keep this momentum against the bigger teams. Would love to see a India vs WI final.
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Aman W
While Shepherd was outstanding, I feel the article glosses over Scotland's effort. 183 is a decent total to chase in T20s, and they were in the game till the 16th over. Associate nations need more credit for competing so well.
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Kavya N
Two T20I hat-tricks already! That puts him in legendary company. As an Indian fan, it's a bit scary for our group stage match against them. Their all-rounders are in form. But our bowlers are ready too! 💪 Bring on the competition!

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