In a thrilling face-off against the defending champions, India showcased their prowess in front of an enthusiastic crowd at Lucknow’s packed stadium. Battling challenging conditions on a tricky pitch, the hosts faced early setbacks, losing three of their top four batters with minimal runs on the board.
However, captain Rohit Sharma’s adaptability came to the fore as he crafted a stylish 87, anchoring the innings. A crucial partnership of 91 runs with KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav’s resilient 49 propelled India’s total to 229, offering hope in the face of adversity.
At the halfway mark, England seemed optimistic, capitalizing on the dew-covered pitch to score 30 runs off the initial 27 balls. Yet, a spectacular turn of events awaited them.
India’s bowlers, led by the exceptional Jasprit Bumrah, unleashed their might. Bumrah’s crucial back-to-back wickets set the tone for the comeback, leaving England reeling.
The defining moment arrived with Bumrah’s final delivery to Mark Wood, a lightning-fast yorker that shattered the stumps.
With this brilliant display, India emerged victorious by a resounding 100 runs, leaving the audience in awe of their dominant performance.
