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T20 WC: "We need to wake up," says West Indies coach Phil Simmons after defeat against Scotland

Hobart [Australia], October 18 (ANI): West Indies coach Phil Simmons said that the batters should step up after West Indies succumbed to a 42-run loss against Scotland in their opening match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Monday. Scotland was held to 160/5 by the West Indies bowlers, who did a commendable job on a surface that appeared favourable for batting. Alzarri Joseph and Jason Holder, two pacers, excelled with the ball, taking two wickets each while also demonstrating excellent economy. The hitters, on the other hand, fell short of the mark, losing half of their side for just 69 runs. Holder made a valiant effort to save their innings with his 33-ball 38, but finally, the Caribbean team was bowled out for 118 with nine balls remaining. West Indies' coach Simmons opined that their bowlers worked hard but the batters let the team down in the post-match press conference. "I think the only way you can look at it is - disappointed. I think our batting, at least today,