ENG Vs IND: India continued their supremacy over England after clinching a commanding T20I Series victory and now take a 1-0 lead in the ODI series, securing a four-wicket win, sealing the chase with 11.2 overs to spare.
England, defending a modest total, came out aggressively, with Jofra Archer causing problems with the new ball, well-supported by Saqib Mahmood. Their efforts provided England with an ideal start, as both Indian openers were dismissed, building early pressure.
After the loss of both openers, Shreyas Iyer stepped onto the crease and wasted no time launching a counter-attack. His aggressive stroke play calmed the nerves in the Indian camp and shifted the momentum in their favor, as his innings helped India reach 72/2 by the end of the first powerplay.
Sensing the need for a wicket, Jos Buttler turned to his spinners, and Jacob Bethell responded by removing Shreyas Iyer just after he reached his half-century.
However, Axar Patel was promoted up the order, quickly settling into his role and forming a steady partnership with vice-captain Shubman Gill. The pair rotated the strike effectively, taking advantage of loose deliveries to keep the scoreboard moving and maintain control of the chase.
Both batters scored well-deserved half-centuries, guiding India steadily towards victory. However, just before the finishing line, Adil Rashid took advantage, dismissing Axar Patel, and shortly after, sent KL Rahul packing for just 2 runs off 9 balls.
Shubman Gill was eyeing a century but was dismissed for 87 while attempting to accelerate his innings. However, Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja stepped in, ensuring a smooth finish and taking India across the line with a calm and assured performance in just 38.4 overs.
ENG Vs IND: Earlier
England came out all guns blazing, with Phil Salt and Ben Duckett aggressively attacking debutant Harshit Rana, powering their team to a swift 75/0.
Meanwhile, India made a strong comeback, taking three quick wickets in just eight balls to swing the momentum in their favor.
Jos Buttler appeared in fine touch, stabilizing the innings, while Jacob Bethell, though a bit uncertain at times, played a crucial role with 51 valuable runs. Both batters scored well-deserved half-centuries, but India’s disciplined bowling kept England from gaining full control of the game.
Harshit Rana made a strong recovery from his expensive start, ending with three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja spun his magic in the middle overs, picking up three key wickets as well.
In the end, England were dismissed for just 248 in under 47.4 overs, as India’s bowlers maintained constant pressure and struck at regular intervals.
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