The first T20 match between India and England on January 22, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, turned out to be a one-sided game as India claimed a comfortable seven-wicket victory.
England’s Struggle with the Bat
After losing the toss, England was sent in to bat. Their innings didn’t go as planned, as India’s bowlers dominated from the start. Captain Jos Buttler stood out with a strong 68 off 44 balls, but most of the other batters couldn’t handle India’s bowlers.
Varun Chakravarthy was the star with the ball, taking 3 wickets for just 23 runs. Spinners Axar Patel and Ravi Bishnoi also chipped in with 2 wickets each. England managed to score only 132 runs, which seemed like a low total on this pitch.
India’s Explosive Chase
India came out to chase the target of 133 with full confidence. Abhishek Sharma stole the show with his brilliant knock of 79 runs off just 34 balls. His innings included eight massive sixes and five boundaries.
Thanks to Abhishek’s explosive batting, India easily reached the target in just 12.5 overs with seven wickets in hand.
Top Performers of the Match
- Abhishek Sharma: His incredible 79 runs made the chase look effortless.
- Varun Chakravarthy: Bowled a fantastic spell, picking up 3 wickets and keeping the pressure on England.
- Jos Buttler: Played a captain’s knock, scoring 68, but lacked support from the rest of the team.
What’s Next?
With this win, India takes a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. The second T20 will be played in Chennai, and England will look to bounce back, while India will aim to continue their winning form.
It was a great start to the series for Team India, and fans can’t wait for more action
The second T20 International between India and England is scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Match Details:
- Date: January 25, 2025
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Time: 1:30 PM IST
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