India edged out England in a brilliant contest, chasing 166 with just two wickets in hand. Tilak Varma was exceptional with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 72 from 55 balls.
Harry Brook is England's best player of spin and he said playing spin in India in T20s is the hardest part of the game. If he struggles it shows you the challenge. More spin as Axar Patel comes into the attack.
Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav have kept two-down India flying high in the chase of 166 against England in the second T20I in Chennai. Mark Wood dismissed Abhishek Sharma while Jofra Archer removed Sanju Samson.
India's Tilak Varma's 55-ball-72 has helped India to take 2-0 led in five match T20I series against England in Chennai on Saturday
India has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the series-opening T20 against England's cricketers in Kolkata.
Tilak Varma struck a brilliant 72 not out as India chased down 166 to beat England in Chennai; Brydon Carses 31 with the bat and three wickets put England in control before India fought back for a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20 series;
Tilak Varma's brilliant 72 not out guided India to a thrilling two-wicket victory over England on Saturday, handing the hosts a 2-0 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International series. India successfully chased down 166 with four balls to spare after the visitors set a competitive total of 165-9.
Former cricketer Kevin Pietersen feels that Brendon McCullum's brand of aggressive cricket does not working in spin favouring conditions like India. Pietersen has explained that reason behind's Bazball's failure in the subcontinent.
Tilak Varma, in only the early stages of his T20I career, has established himself as a versatile and reliable player. His recent performance against England, including an unbeaten 72, showcased his ability to expertly blend caution with aggression on a challenging pitch,
Aakash Chopra has defended Dhruv Jurel’s selection in India’s T20I squad, emphasising his potential and urging patience despite the youngster’s struggles against England, where his performances have come under scrutiny amidst calls for Ruturaj Gaikwad's inclusion.
As Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) gears up for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, all eyes are on a promising England player who could become the team's biggest match-winner this year.