India vs England 2nd Semi-Final of T20 World Cup 2024 India Won by 68 Runs
Introduction
India has secured their spot in the ICC T20 World Cup final with a convincing win against England in the 2nd Semi-Final of T20 World Cup 2024. The match, held on 27th June, India came out on top with a 68-run victory. Now, India will face South Africa in the final.
India’s Batting Performance
England won the toss and chose to bowl first. Rohit Sharma played fantastic inning. He scoring 57 runs off 39 balls. His performance helped India to reach a total of 172. Despite losing early wickets, Sharma’s solid batting provided a strong foundation.
England’s Response
England struggled to chase down the target. Harry Brook was their top scorer with 25 runs off 19 balls. However, England could only manage 103 runs in their innings, falling short by 68 runs.
Player of the match
Axar Patel was named Player of the Match for his excellent bowling. He took 3 wickets and gave away only 23 runs in his 4 overs. Patel’s performance was crucial in restricting England’s batsmen.
Captain’s Words
After the match, Indian captain Rohit Sharma praised his team’s all-round performance. He highlighted the importance of sticking to their game plan and credited Axar Patel for his match-winning spell. Sharma emphasized the need to stay focused for the upcoming final against South Africa.
Looking Ahead: The Final
With this win, India is set to face South Africa in the ICC World Cup final on 29th June. Both teams have shown great form throughout the tournament, promising an exciting and competitive final match.
Conclusion
India’s dominant performance against England has set the stage for a thrilling final. Fans can look forward to an exciting clash between India and South Africa as they compete for the World Cup title. Stay tuned for all the action and updates as we approach the grand finale!
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