England has adjusted its lineup for the second T20 match against India, introducing Brydon Carse and Jamie Smith to the squad. Despite a strong performance from Carse, England lost the match, giving India a 2-0 series lead.
The Indian cricket team has introduced Dhruv Jurel and Washington Sundar for the second T20 match against England, replacing injured players Rinku Singh and Nitish Kumar Reddy. The match is set at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, with India leading the series 1-0.
Ahead of the crucial second T20 match between India and England in Chennai, experts Michael Vaughan, Zaheer Khan, and Gaurav Kapoor shared their insights on the game's strategies and key players.
In a gripping T20 match on 25th January 2025, India triumphed over England with a stellar performance, securing a 1-0 lead in the series. Highlights include Abhishek Sharma's explosive 79 runs and a strong bowling display by Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel.
India clinched a comprehensive victory over England in the second T20I at Chennai, with Abhishek Sharma's explosive 79 off 34 balls leading the charge. England's batting faltered against India's spin attack, setting up a comfortable win for the hosts.
Lee Carsley ended his interim role as England's head coach with a decisive 5-0 win against the Republic of Ireland at Wembley, ensuring the team's promotion to the UEFA Nations League's top tier. The match saw a pivotal second half following a sluggish start. Liam Scales' sending off for a foul on Jude Bellingham led to a breakthrough penalty converted by Harry Kane. Subsequent goals from Anthony Gordon, Conor Gallagher, Jarrod Bowen, and Taylor Harwood-Bellis secured the victory. Carsley reflected positively on his tenure and the promising future under incoming coach Tuchel.
South Africa defeated England 29-20 in a gripping encounter during the Autumn Nations Series at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium. The match showcased England's ongoing challenges under Steve Borthwick despite a promising start, ultimately failing to capitalise on key scoring opportunities. Post-match reflections focused on the team's need for greater discipline and strategic direction moving forward.
England is set for a pivotal UEFA Nations League match against Greece in Athens, aiming to bounce back after a previous defeat. Interim manager Lee Carsley faces challenges with a depleted squad due to injuries. England needs to win by two goals to secure top position in Group B2. Greece leads the group with a strong team under coach Ivan Jovanović.