Twitter Reactions: Abhishek Sharma, Varun Chakravarthy shine as India thrash England by 7 wickets in Kolkata T20I



In a dominant display at Eden Gardens, Calcutta, India defeated England by 7 wickets with 43 balls to spare in the first T20I of the five-match series. Electing to bowl first, India restricted England to a modest 132, thanks to a disciplined bowling performance led by Varun Chakraborty And Arshdeep Singh. In response, Abhishek SharmaIndia’s 79 off 34 balls ensured chased down the target in just 12.5 overs. The emphatic victory gives India an early lead in the series and highlights their overall strength.

Varun Chakravarthy’s magic with the ball

India’s decision to make early efforts paid off as soon as Arshdeep was withdrawn Phil Salt And Ben Duckett in rapid succession. The highlight of the innings was Chakravarthy’s spellbinding bowling. He picked up 3 wickets for 23 runs, including the key scalps of Harry Brook And Liam Livingstone in the same finish. Chakravarthy’s trickery and precision left England’s middle order in shambles, as they struggled to pick up pace after a steady start by If butlerwho scored with 68 off 44 balls and finally fell to Varun. England’s lower order offered little resistance, folding for just 132.

Abhishek Sharma’s explosive knock against England

India’s chase started on a steady note, but Abhishek made it a one-man show. Opening next to it Sanju SamsonSharma smashed 79 runs off just 34 deliveries, including 5 fours and 8 towering sixes. His 20-ball half-century set the tone for a quick finish. While Samson contributed 26 to the summit, and Tilak Varma made sure there was no problem with an unbeaten 19, it was Abhishek’s fearless approach against England Pacers, especially Jofra Archer And Marc Boiswhich defined the sleeves. His crisp strike was a treat for the crowd and he was deservedly named Player of the Match.

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Clinical bowling and fielding highlight India’s dominance in Kolkata

The Indian bowling unit executed their plans to perfection. Arshdeep’s early breakthroughs and Hardik PandyaCrucial mid-range strikes meant England never got the momentum they needed. Axar Patel And Ravi Bishnoi kept things close with Patel also picking up 2 wickets. The effort on the field, including an exit from Samson to dismiss him Marc Boiscomplemented the bowlers’ efforts. Overall, India’s overall performance showed their preparation for the series, leaving England with plenty to think about ahead of the second T20I.

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