India Beats England by Seven Wickets: First Cricket T20I Match – Live Updates
In the first T20I cricket match between India and England, India won by seven wickets. This exciting match saw India chase down the target set by England with ease. Stay updated with live match details, key moments, and the final score of the game.
India Clinch Seven-Wicket Victory Over England in First T20I at Eden Gardens
India cruised to a seven-wicket victory over England in the first T20I of their five-match series at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. With a stellar performance, India successfully chased down the target of 133 in just 12.5 overs.
Key Highlights:
- Abhishek Sharma starred with a brilliant knock of 79 runs from 34 balls, leading India to a comfortable win.
- England's Captain Jos Buttler was the standout performer for his side, scoring 68 runs, but the rest of the England batting line-up collapsed around him.
- India's bowling attack was on point, with Varun Chakravarthy taking 3 wickets. Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, and Axar Patel each picked up two wickets, dismantling England’s batting order.
India, the reigning T20 World Cup champions, have been on a series-winning streak since August 2023. In contrast, England suffered a loss in their previous bilateral series against the West Indies in November.
This match also marked the teams' latest meeting since their clash in the semifinals of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, where India defeated England by 68 runs.
As India celebrates this resounding win, they are looking forward to maintaining their dominance in the ongoing series.
