Australia wrapped up its Caribbean tour with a thrilling three-wicket win over West Indies in the fifth and final T20I, sealing a dominant 8-0 clean sweep across formats. After winning the Test series 3-0, the visitors clinched the T20I series 5-0—marking their first-ever complete whitewash in a five-match T20 series2.
Chasing 171, Australia overcame early setbacks to reach 173/7 with three overs to spare. Mitchell Owen (37), Tim David, and Cameron Green played pivotal roles in the middle order. Green’s consistent all-round performance throughout the series earned him the Player of the Series award.
Earlier, West Indies posted 170 in 19.4 overs, powered by Shimron Hetmyer’s 52 off 30 balls and Sherfane Rutherford’s 35. Ben Dwarshuis led Australia’s bowling with 3/41, dismantling key partnerships and removing both openers.
Despite early blows from Alzarri Joseph and Akeal Hosein, Australia’s middle order stabilized the chase. Tim David’s explosive cameo and a crucial partnership between Owen and Green turned the tide. Aaron Hardie’s calm finish ensured victory with 18 balls remaining.