Today’s India vs England T20 cricket match was a rollercoaster of emotions!
England pulled off a thrilling 26-run victory against India in Rajkot, keeping the five-match T20 series alive.
With the series now at 2-1, the excitement has doubled. Can India bounce back, or will England script a stunning comeback?
Let’s find out what happened in this cracker of a match!
England’s Strong Start: Duckett Shines Bright
England’s batting started with a bang, thanks to Ben Duckett. He smashed a quick 51 runs off 28 balls, hitting boundaries all around the ground. His aggressive batting had the Indian bowlers under pressure.
But just when it looked like England would post a massive total, India’s spin wizard Varun Chakravarthy entered the scene.
Varun Chakravarthy Spins a Web
Chakravarthy turned the match on its head with an amazing spell. He picked up five wickets, giving away just 24 runs. England’s batting order started collapsing like a pack of cards.
However, Liam Livingstone fought hard with a solid 43 runs, helping England reach 171/9. It wasn’t a huge score, but England’s bowlers had other plans.
India’s Chase: Rashid’s Spell Does the Damage
India needed 172 to win, and with batters like Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, and Suryakumar Yadav, it looked like an easy target. But England’s star spinner Adil Rashid had different ideas.
Rashid bowled a magical spell, giving away just 15 runs in 4 overs and taking the crucial wicket of Tilak Varma.
Hardik Pandya tried his best with a fighting 40 runs, but the other batters couldn’t build partnerships. In the end, India managed only 145/9, falling short by 26 runs.
Key Moments of the Match
- Duckett’s Blazing Fifty: His aggressive start gave England the early advantage.
- Varun’s 5-Wicket Haul: A brilliant performance that brought India back into the game.
- Rashid’s Tight Spell: His economical bowling made the chase very difficult for India.
What’s Next?
With the series now at 2-1, the fourth T20 in Pune becomes a must-watch! Will India seal the series, or will England take it to the final match?
One thing is certain—the next game is going to be full of drama and excitement!
