India Beats England to Reach T20 World Cup Final Against South Africa
Providence [Guyana], June 28 – India will face South Africa in the T20 World Cup final on Saturday after a stunning 68-run victory over England at Providence Stadium, Guyana. This win marks India’s first final appearance in 10 years, having last reached the final in 2014.
Match Highlights
England started strong with captain Jos Buttler and Philip Salt finding the fence easily. However, Indian bowlers, led by Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, turned the game around. Axar dismissed Buttler and Jonny Bairstow, while Kuldeep took crucial wickets, including Sam Curran and Harry Brook.
England’s batting lineup crumbled, with the team folding for just 103 runs. Jofra Archer’s late boundaries provided some cheer for English fans, but it wasn’t enough to save the match.
India’s Batting Performance
India, put to bat first, posted a competitive total of 171/7. Captain Rohit Sharma led the charge with a solid 57, supported by Suryakumar Yadav’s 47. Despite early setbacks, including the dismissals of Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant, India managed to maintain momentum. Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja’s late contributions ensured a strong finish.
Key Performances
| India | England |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma – 57 | Harry Brook – 25 |
| Suryakumar Yadav – 47 | Jos Buttler – 23 |
| Axar Patel – 3/23 | Chris Jordan – 3/37 |
| Kuldeep Yadav – 3/19 |
India’s bowlers, particularly Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, played a crucial role in dismantling England’s batting lineup, securing India’s place in the final.
