India vs England LIVE Scorecard, 1st T20I: Hardik Pandya Joins Party, England 5 Down; Jos Buttler Fights Lone Battle | Cricket News

India vs England Live: 50 up for Buttler

FIFTY!!! England skipper Jos Buttler takes a single off Hardik Pandya’s delivery and brings up his half-century. It his 26th half-century in the shortest format for England and he brings it up in 34 balls. Terrific batting from Buttler as he is standing like a strong wall for England. 

ENG 81/4 (11.1 overs)

India vs England Live: 5 runs off the over

After losing two more wickets, England are now showing a bit of cautious approach. In the previous over of Varun Chakravarthy, the duo of Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell scores five runs. India are aiming for another wicket, in order to bundle out England at the earliest. 

ENG 74/4 (10 overs)

India vs England Live: Chakravarthy strikes twice

As England were bouncing back in the game, spinner Varun Chakravarthy strikes twice and gives the upper hand back to India. In his previous over, he dismisses Harry Brook for 17. Brook gets confused by the spin as the ball hits the inside edge and then rattles up the stumps. A ball later, Chakravarthy strikes again and dismisses the dangerous looking Liam Livingstone for duck in a similar manner. Fourth wicket gone for England. 

ENG 65/4 (7.5 overs)

India vs England Live: Buttler nears 50

Jos Buttler continues with the carnage and keeps on hitting boundaries, in order to keep the momentum on England’s side. This time, he thrashes Axar Patel and hammers a six. Harry brook also contributes with a six as Axar leaks 15 runs. With this, Buttler inches closer towards his half-century. 

ENG 61/2 (7 overs)

India vs England Live: SKY introduces spin

After five overs, captain Suryakumar Yadav brings-in spin in the form of Varun Chakravarthy. In his first over, Chakravarthy creates some trouble for England but leaks eight runs. India need a wicket at the earliest, in order to maintain their dominance in the game.

ENG 46/2 (6 overs)

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Expensive over for India

After Arshdeep Singh removes the opening batters in the previous over, England again gain the momentum as Jos Buttler once again thrashes Hardik Pandya. In his previous over, Buttler hammers four boundaries as clueless Hardik ends up leaking 18 runs. Buttler has been joined by Harry Brook and both the batters aim to form a good partnership for two-down England. 

ENG 35/2 (4 overs)

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: OUT

OUT!!! Arshdeep Singh creates history as he becomes India’s highest wicket-taker (97) in the T20I format. This time, he dismisses Ben Duckett, who returns to the dugout for four. After hitting a  boundary, Duckett tries to go for a big hit on the very next ball as well. However, his shot lacks timing and Rinku Singh makes a brilliant effort and grabs a stunning catch at the covers. England lose both their openers in quick succession. 

ENG 17/2 (2.5 overs)

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: 9 runs off the over

Despite losing the wicket of Phil Salt in the first over, England did not go on the backfoot and play aggressively. Skipper Jos Buttler joins Ben Duckett at the crease and unleashes his fury on Hardik Pandya. In the previous over of the all-rounder, Buttler hits two boundaries as Hardik leaks nine runs. 

ENG 12/1 (2 overs)

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Arshdeep equals historic feat

With the dismissal of Phil Salt, India pacer Arshdeep Singh has completed his 96 T20I wickets in 61 matches. With this, he became the joint-highest wicket-taker for India in the T20I format. Star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has also registered the same number of wickets. 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: OUT

OUT!!! WOAH!!! Arshdeep Singh truly stands on the expectations of his fans as provides India with an early breakthrough. This time, the dangerous Phil Salt becomes his prey and departs for duck. Salt gets completely bamboozled by Arshdeep’s pace as he mistimes a shot, which goes up in the air. The ball then lands safely into the hands of wicketkeeper Sanju Samson as India get their first wicket. 

ENG 0/1 (0.3 overs)

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: We are underway

The first T20I match between India and England begins in Kolkata. For England, Phil Salt and Ben Duckett will be opening the proceedings. The duo will look to form a terrific opening partnership, in order to provide England with a good start. On the other hand, pacer Arshdeep Singh will be bowling the first over for India. The hosts are eyeing some quick wickets. Let’s play!! 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Time for national anthem

Both the teams are out on field for their respective national anthems. The game will begin shortly after this. Stay tuned! 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: No Shami

In a shocking turn of events, fit pacer Mohammed Shami, who was highly expected to play his first match for India after a long gap, was not named in the Playing XI. Before the toss, visuals showed Shami bowling in the nets but still he was not chosen as Arshdeep Singh will be leading India’s pace attack.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: England’s Playing XI

England (Playing XI): Ben Duckett, Philip Salt(w), Jos Buttler(c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: India’s Playing XI

India (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Here’s what Jos Buttler said at the toss

“Looks a good wicket, I’m sure it’s going to be a good match. There will be some dew around. It’s a great ground, it’s an honour to play against India in these conditions. Everyone is in a good spot. It’s nice to be together, a lot to look forward to. McCullum taking charge, he has a lot of experience. It’s going to be a challenge, we are right up for it. There is some incredible talent in both sides. Saqib Mahmood, Brydon Carse, Jamie Smith and Rehan Ahmed will miss out.”

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Here’s what SKY said at the toss

“We will look to bowl first. The wicket looks sticky, there will be dew later on. It will be heavier later on. The boys have been amazing. The preparations have been good, looking forward to this series. It’s going to be great competition between both the sides. A good headache, we want to stick to our strengths.”

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Toss

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and opted to bowl against England in the 1st T20I in Kolkata on Wednesday.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Pitch report

“The six-hitting festival starts today here at this iconic Eden Gardens Stadium. The average sixes hit in the last two years is 10 per innings in a T20 game. Dimensions – 59m and 66m square, straight down the ground is 75m. There’s a nice tinge of green, not overly green and I don’t think it’s going to do a whole lot but it’ll do enough. It’ll carry a little bit as well. The tall England bowlers will get a little bit out of the surface. Generally this is a high-scoring venue. There’ll be a lot of runs scored here. More carry and pace on this surface.”

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Shami bowling in nets

A brilliant news for all the Indian fans out there. According to the latest visuals coming in from the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, pacer Mohammed Shami can be seen bowling in the nets ahead of the toss. It is highly likely that he will be in the Playing XI in today’s match. 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Archer in focus

Like Mohammed Shami, England’s fiery pacer Jofra Archer will be under the spotlight as he returns from injury to lead their pace attack ahead of the Champions Trophy. But conditions in India, with the possibility of heavy evening dew, could pose a challenge for bowlers. The squad also includes pace bowler Mark Wood following his recovery from a right elbow injury.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: All eyes on Jacob Bethell

England will miss key players Reece Topley, Sam Curran, and Will Jacks, but promising 21-year-old Jacob Bethell, who impressed in the ODI series against the West Indies last year, will look to shine. Bethell has averaged 57.66 and struck at 167.96 in his seven T20I appearances.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: New era for England

For the Jos Buttler-led England, the series marks a new chapter under head coach Brendon McCullum, who signed a three-year contract following Matthew Mott’s resignation following their T20 World Cup exit. Known for revolutionising Test cricket with his aggressive ‘Bazball’ approach, McCullum will now seek to replicate that success in the limited-overs format.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: India’s strong batting lineup

India’s batting in the T20I format is one of the deadliest. With the likes of Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, it is difficult for every opposition to deal against India. The hosts will once again look to cast their magic with the bat against England. 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Will Rinku get a chance?

Talented batter Rinku Singh needs no introduction as his bat speaks for him. Ever since his debut for India, he has played many match-winning knocks. However, the problem of plenty is haunting Rinku’s spot in the team. With the likes of Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, it will be a daunting task for the team management of finalise India’s perfect Playing XI against England. 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Axar’s new beginning

All-rounder Axar Patel will debut as India’s vice-captain in the T20I format. He has been rewarded for his stellar all-round contributions in India’s triumphant T20 World Cup campaign in the Caribbean last year. Axar played a crucial knock of 47 off 31 balls in the final against South Africa and took nine wickets at an average of 19.22 across eight matches.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Shami in India’s Champions Trophy squad

Following his inclusion in India’s Champions Trophy squad, Shami’s return will garner national attention. With pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah nursing a back injury and his Champions Trophy participation doubtful, Shami’s comeback assumes greater significance. The 34-year-old made his competitive return in the Ranji Trophy for Bengal, guiding them to their first win of the season with a seven-wicket haul. He followed it up with impressive performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (11 wickets) and the Vijay Hazare Trophy (five wickets).

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Mohammed Shami in focus

Fit-again India pacer Mohammed Shami’s comeback would be keenly watched in the T20Is against England. Shami was sidelined after the lost ODI World Cup 2023 final against Australia on November 19, 2023 due to an ankle injury that required surgery. The recovery from that was followed by swelling on his left knee during the domestic comeback some weeks back.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Important series for both teams

The white-ball rubber, comprising five T20Is and three ODIs after that, presents an ideal platform for both the teams to experiment with combinations and assess form before next month’s Champions Trophy. 

IND vs ENG 1st T20I, Live: Hello

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the 1st T20I of the five-match series between India and England, straight from the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Stay tuned for all the live updates.