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Hardik Pandya’s over brings a wicket and nine runs | England – 224/6 (19.0)
March 5, 2026 10:43 pm
Hardik Pandya bowls a mixed over, picking up the crucial wicket of Sam Curran but conceding 9 runs. Jacob Bethell continues his century stand, keeping England in the hunt as they need 30 runs off the last over.
Over 19 — Hardik Pandya 224/6
9 runs · 1W
Jamie Overton 1(2)Jacob Bethell 104(47)
Hardik Pandya strikes, Curran caught by Tilak Varma | England – 222/5 (18.2)
March 5, 2026 10:40 pm
Sam Curran’s aggressive innings comes to an end as he is caught by Tilak Varma off Hardik Pandya. This wicket breaks a threatening partnership and puts India back in control.
Curran departs, Tilak Varma takes a crucial catch
222/5
Batting
Sam Curran
c Tilak Varma b Hardik Pandya
Bowling
Bethell and Curran forge a crucial 50-run stand | England – 221/5 (18.1)
March 5, 2026 8:43 pm
Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran have forged a crucial 50-run partnership off just 26 balls, keeping England’s hopes alive in this high-octane chase. Their aggressive batting has put immense pressure on the Indian bowlers.
FIFTY-RUN PARTNERSHIP FOR BETHELL AND CURRAN
Jacob Bethell & Sam Curran
Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran complete 50-run partnership
50
Jacob Bethell reaches a magnificent century | England – 221/5 (18.1)
March 5, 2026 8:43 pm
Jacob Bethell brings up a stunning hundred, a truly masterful innings under immense pressure. He has kept England’s hopes alive with this sensational knock.
A majestic strike from Bethell! He smashes a huge six! | England – 221/5 (18.1)
March 5, 2026 8:44 pm
Jacob Bethell launches the first ball of the 19th over for a massive six, sending it deep into the stands. This powerful hit keeps England’s hopes alive in a thrilling chase.
Jasprit Bumrah bowls a tight over | England – 215/5 (17.5)
March 5, 2026 8:44 pm
Jasprit Bumrah delivers a crucial over, conceding only 6 runs, keeping the pressure on England. Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran are still at the crease, but the required run rate is climbing.
Jacob Bethell 95(43) Sam Curran 18(13)
Bethell continues to dismantle the attack | England – 205/5 (16.5)
March 5, 2026 8:45 pm
Jacob Bethell smashes another boundary off Arshdeep Singh, continuing his aggressive assault. He’s playing a magnificent innings, keeping England’s hopes alive in this high-stakes chase.
Bethell launches a monstrous hit over the ropes | England – 199/5 (16.4)
March 5, 2026 8:45 pm
Jacob Bethell unleashes a powerful six off Arshdeep Singh, sending the ball soaring into the stands. This massive hit further boosts England’s scoring rate and keeps the pressure on the Indian bowlers.
Jasprit Bumrah delivers an 8-run over | England – 193/5 (16.0)
March 5, 2026 8:46 pm
Jasprit Bumrah bowls an over yielding 8 runs, with Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran adding to England’s total. No wickets fell, but the pressure continues to mount on both sides as the chase enters its final stages.
Over 16 — Jasprit Bumrah 193/5
8 runs · 0W
Jacob Bethell 82(37)Sam Curran 11(7)
Sam Curran finds the fence with a powerful stroke | England – 187/5 (15.2)
March 5, 2026 8:46 pm
Sam Curran gets into the act, smashing a boundary off Jasprit Bumrah. This timely four keeps the scoreboard ticking for England as they push towards the target.
Chakravarthy finishes expensive spell as England push hard | England – 185/5 (15.0)
March 5, 2026 8:48 pm
Varun Chakravarthy finishes his spell conceding 13 runs in this over. Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive knock, and Sam Curran gets off to a quick start, keeping England in the hunt.
Over 15 — Varun Chakravarthy 185/5
13 runs · 0W
Jacob Bethell 81(36)Sam Curran 5(3)
Sam Curran opens his account with a confident boundary | England – 180/5 (14.4)
March 5, 2026 8:48 pm
Sam Curran gets off the mark in style, dispatching Varun Chakravarthy for a well-timed boundary. A crucial start for the new batsman to keep the scoreboard moving.
Jacob Bethell powers another boundary | England – 174/5(14.1)
March 5, 2026 9:00 pm
Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive innings, dispatching Varun Chakravarthy for a well-placed boundary. He is keeping England in the hunt despite the recent wicket.
Arshdeep Singh strikes in a high-scoring over | England – 172/5(14.0)
March 5, 2026 9:00 pm
Arshdeep Singh picks up the crucial wicket of Will Jacks, but not before England adds 12 runs to their total. Jacob Bethell continues to dominate, keeping the chase alive despite the loss.
Jacob Bethell 74(33) Will Jacks 35(20)
Will Jacks caught by Shivam Dube | England – 172/5 (13.5)
March 5, 2026 9:01 pm
A crucial breakthrough for India as Will Jacks is caught by Shivam Dube off the bowling of Arshdeep Singh. Jacks departs after a quickfire innings, shifting the momentum in India’s favor.
Wicket! Jacks departs
172/5
Batting
Will Jacks
c Shivam Dube b Arshdeep Singh
Bowling
Jacob Bethell finds the fence with a sublime drive | England – 164/4 (13.1)
March 5, 2026 9:01 pm
Jacob Bethell greets Arshdeep Singh with a glorious boundary, driving the ball with power and precision. This keeps England’s momentum going strong.
Axar Patel hit for 15 runs as England maintain charge | England – 160/4 (13.0)
March 5, 2026 9:02 pm
England finishes the 13th over with a flourish, scoring 15 runs off Axar Patel. Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell are in destructive form, keeping the required run rate in check and propelling England closer to the target.
Over 13 — Axar Patel 160/4
15 runs · 0W
Will Jacks 35(19)Jacob Bethell 65(28)
Will Jacks finds the fence again | England – 156/4 (12.3)
March 5, 2026 9:02 pm
Will Jacks follows up his six with a delightful boundary off Axar Patel. He is unleashing a flurry of attacking shots, keeping England firmly in the chase.
Will Jacks launches a maximum over the ropes | England – 152/4 (12.2)
March 5, 2026 9:04 pm
Will Jacks takes on Axar Patel, dispatching the ball with immense power for a six. This shot further boosts England’s momentum in their challenging chase.
A vital fifty-run partnership blossoms | England – 145/4 (12.0)
March 5, 2026 9:04 pm
Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership, providing much-needed stability and momentum to England’s chase. Their aggressive batting has kept the scoreboard ticking.
PARTNERSHIP MILESTONE
Will Jacks & Jacob Bethell
Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell forge a crucial 50-run stand!
50
England finishes the over strongly | England – 145/4 (12.0)
March 5, 2026 9:04 pm
Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell continue to pile on the runs, with Jacks smashing a six and a four in this over. 14 runs came off Varun Chakravarthy’s over, keeping England’s chase on track.
Over 12 — Varun Chakravarthy 145/4
14 runs · 0W
Will Jacks 24(16)Jacob Bethell 61(25)
Will Jacks launches Chakravarthy for a maximum | England – 139/4(11.5)
March 5, 2026 9:04 pm
Will Jacks picks up the length early and dispatches Varun Chakravarthy over the ropes for a massive six. This powerful strike brings some much-needed momentum to England’s chase.
Jacob Bethell drives through the covers for four | England – 136/4 (11.2)
March 5, 2026 9:10 pm
Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive assault, finding the gap with precision and driving Varun Chakravarthy for another boundary. He is keeping England in the hunt.
Jasprit Bumrah bowls an expensive over as England keeps the chase alive | England – 131/4 (10.5)
March 5, 2026 9:10 pm
Jasprit Bumrah concedes 12 runs in the over, including two fours and a wide. Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive fifty, with Will Jacks providing support, as England pushes towards the target.
12 Runs 0 Wkt
Jacob Bethell 55(21)Will Jacks 16(13)
Jacob Bethell finds the boundary again | England – 127/4 (10.4)
March 5, 2026 9:13 pm
Jacob Bethell continues his fantastic innings, smashing a boundary off Jasprit Bumrah. He is playing a pivotal role in England’s chase, keeping their hopes alive.
Jacob Bethell reaches a blistering half-century | England – 125/4 (10.2)
March 5, 2026 9:13 pm
Jacob Bethell brings up his fifty with a magnificent display of power-hitting. He has been the backbone of England’s chase, keeping them in contention with his aggressive batting.
HALF-CENTURY FOR JACOB BETHELL
Jacob Bethell
Jacob Bethell reaches 50 runs!
51
Will Jacks finds the fence with a powerful drive | England – 124/4 (10.1)
March 5, 2026 9:16 pm
Will Jacks starts the over with a confident boundary off Jasprit Bumrah, sending the ball racing to the ropes. This shot keeps the scoreboard ticking for England.
Axar Patel keeps the pressure on in the tenth | England – 119/4 (10.0)
March 5, 2026 9:18 pm
Axar Patel delivers a disciplined over, conceding only 6 runs. While Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks continue to build, England needs more boundaries to maintain their chase against a challenging target.
Will Jacks 10(10) Jacob Bethell 49(18)
Bethell and Jacks keep England’s chase alive | England – 113/4 (9.0)
March 5, 2026 9:19 pm
England finishes the ninth over strongly, scoring 14 runs with Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks finding the boundaries. Despite a high required run rate, they are fighting hard.
Over 9 — Varun Chakravarthy 113/4
14 runs · 0W
Jacob Bethell 48(17)Will Jacks 9(6)
Will Jacks finds the fence | England – 108/4 (8.4)
March 5, 2026 9:19 pm
Will Jacks gets a much-needed boundary off Varun Chakravarthy, keeping the scoreboard ticking for England. A well-timed shot to release some pressure.
Bethell finds the gap again | England – 107/4 (8.2)
March 5, 2026 9:22 pm
Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive batting, smashing another boundary off Varun Chakravarthy. He is looking in sublime form, keeping the pressure firmly on the bowlers.
Jacob Bethell finds the fence
March 5, 2026 9:22 pm
Jacob Bethell welcomes Varun Chakravarthy back into the attack with a confident boundary, continuing his aggressive approach and keeping England’s chase alive.
Axar Patel strikes, but England keeps the pressure on | England – 99/4 (8.0)
March 5, 2026 9:25 pm
Axar Patel dismisses Tom Banton, but England still manages to score 16 runs in the over, including two sixes and a four. Will Jacks gets off the mark with a boundary, keeping the chase alive.
16 Runs 1 Wkt
Will Jacks 4(3)Jacob Bethell 39(14)
Will Jacks finds the boundary to end the over | England – 99/4 (8.0)
March 5, 2026 9:25 pm
Will Jacks hits a confident boundary off Axar Patel to conclude the eighth over, adding crucial runs after the fall of a wicket. Jacob Bethell continues to hold strong at the other end.
4 Runs 0 Wkt
Will Jacks 4(3)Jacob Bethell 39(14)
Banton goes big again | England – 95/3(7.2)
March 5, 2026 9:26 pm
Tom Banton smashes another six off Axar Patel! He is taking the attack to the spinner, finding the boundary with ease. England is accelerating their chase.
Axar Patel cleans up Tom Banton | England – 95/4(7.3)
March 5, 2026 9:26 pm
Axar Patel delivers a beauty that cleans up Tom Banton’s stumps, ending his aggressive innings. A crucial wicket for India, putting pressure back on England after a quick start.
Wicket! Tom Banton bowled
95/4
Batting
Bowling
Tom Banton launches Axar Patel for a maximum | England – 89/3 (7.1)
March 5, 2026 9:27 pm
Tom Banton welcomes Axar Patel to the attack with a colossal six, sending the ball sailing over the ropes! A powerful statement from the batsman.
Bethell continues onslaught as Pandya concedes 15 runs | England – 83/3 (7.0)
March 5, 2026 9:27 pm
Jacob Bethell’s aggressive batting, including a six, and a boundary from Tom Banton, sees Hardik Pandya concede 15 runs in the over. England is now 83 for 3 after 7 overs, maintaining a high scoring rate.
15 Runs 0 Wkt
Jacob Bethell 39(14)Tom Banton 5(2)
Jacob Bethell finds the boundary once more | England – 81/3(6.5)
March 5, 2026 9:28 pm
Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive batting, smashing Hardik Pandya for another four. He is rapidly building a significant score for England, keeping their chase alive.
Jacob Bethell unleashes another maximum | England – 77/3 (6.4)
March 5, 2026 9:28 pm
Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive assault, smashing Hardik Pandya for a massive six! He is absolutely on fire, adding crucial runs to England’s total.
Varun Chakravarthy takes a wicket, but England scores big | England – 68/3 (5.5)
March 5, 2026 9:32 pm
Varun Chakravarthy strikes, dismissing Jos Buttler, but Jacob Bethell’s aggressive hitting, including four sixes, and a boundary from Tom Banton, sees England score 23 runs in the over.
Over 5 — Varun Chakravarthy 68/3
23 runs · 1W
Jacob Bethell 26(9)Tom Banton 4(1)
Tom Banton gets off the mark with a boundary | England – 68/3 (5.6)
March 5, 2026 9:32 pm
Tom Banton opens his account with a confident boundary off Varun Chakravarthy, providing a much-needed boost after the fall of Buttler.
Chakravarthy cleans up Jos Buttler | England – 64/2 (5.4)
March 5, 2026 9:36 pm
Varun Chakravarthy delivers a beauty that cleans up Jos Buttler’s stumps, ending his aggressive innings. A crucial wicket for India, shifting the momentum back in their favour after Bethell’s onslaught.
Buttler departs, bowled by Chakravarthy
64/3
Batting
BatterRB4s6sSRJos Buttler
Bowled!251641156.25Jacob Bethell
not out26904288.89
Bowling
BowlerOMRWEcoVarun Chakravarthy0.4019128.5Jasprit Bumrah1.00717.00
Jacob Bethell launches another maximum | England – 63/2(5.3)
March 5, 2026 9:36 pm
Jacob Bethell sends Varun Chakravarthy for yet another six, making it four consecutive boundaries! He is absolutely dismantling the bowling attack with incredible power-hitting.
Bethell Unleashes a Barrage of Sixes | England – 57/2 (5.2)
March 5, 2026 9:37 pm
Jacob Bethell smashes another colossal six, making it three consecutive boundaries! He’s tearing into the bowling attack, showcasing incredible power-hitting.
A magnificent strike from Bethell | England – 51/2 (5.1)
March 5, 2026 9:38 pm
Jacob Bethell welcomes Varun Chakravarthy to the attack with a colossal six, sending the ball deep into the stands. He’s showing no fear early in his innings.
Jacob Bethell launches a massive six | England – 44/2 (4.3)
March 5, 2026 9:39 pm
Jacob Bethell smashes Jasprit Bumrah for a huge six, sending the ball sailing over the ropes! A brilliant response after the wicket, showcasing his aggressive intent.
Bumrah strikes early, Brook departs caught by Axar | England – 38/2(4.1)
March 5, 2026 9:40 pm
Jasprit Bumrah makes an immediate impact, picking up the crucial wicket of Harry Brook who is caught by Axar Patel. This is a big blow for England early in their chase, as they lose their second wicket.
Wicket! Harry Brook departs
38/2
Batting
Harry Brook
Caught by Axar Patel
7 (6)
1×40×6SR 116.67
Bowling
1-0
0.1 ovundefined mdnEco 0
1-14
2.0 ovundefined mdnEco 7.00
Buttler unleashes a maximum over the ropes | England – 38/1 (4.0)
March 5, 2026 9:40 pm
Jos Buttler dispatches Hardik Pandya’s delivery with immense power, sending it soaring over the boundary for a magnificent six. The England captain is looking to dominate this chase.
Harry Brook finds the boundary | England – 31/1 (3.3)
March 5, 2026 9:43 pm
Harry Brook gets into the act, dispatching Hardik Pandya for a well-struck boundary. England is steadily building their innings in pursuit of the target.
England builds momentum after an eventful over | England – 25/1 (3.0)
March 5, 2026 9:43 pm
Arshdeep Singh concedes 10 runs in the third over, with Jos Buttler continuing to find the boundaries. England is now 25 for 1 after 3 overs, looking to accelerate their chase.
Over 3 — Arshdeep Singh 25/1
10 runs · 0W
Jos Buttler 18(14)Harry Brook 1(1)
Buttler finds the fence with a powerful stroke | England – 25/1 (3.0)
March 5, 2026 9:43 pm
Jos Buttler continues to accelerate, sending Arshdeep Singh’s delivery to the boundary with a well-timed shot. England is building momentum in their chase.
Buttler finds the fence again | England – 15/1 (2.1)
March 5, 2026 9:43 pm
Jos Buttler dispatches Arshdeep Singh for a boundary, elegantly driving the ball to the ropes. England is looking to rebuild after the early wicket.
Hardik Pandya Strikes Early, England Lose First Wicket | England – 15/1 (2.0)
March 5, 2026 9:43 pm
Hardik Pandya provides the crucial breakthrough for India, dismissing Philip Salt caught by Axar Patel. England ends the second over at 15 for 1, with Jos Buttler and Harry Brook at the crease.
2 Runs 1 Wkt
Harry Brook 1(1)Jos Buttler 8(8)
England off to a flying start after the first over | England – 13/0 (1.0)
March 5, 2026 9:43 pm
England’s chase begins with a strong first over, scoring 13 runs with Philip Salt and Jos Buttler both finding the boundary. Arshdeep Singh concedes a few early runs.
13 Runs 0 Wkt
Jos Buttler 8(4)Philip Salt 5(2)
Philip Salt caught early | England – 13/1 (1.1)
March 5, 2026 9:44 pm
Hardik Pandya strikes in his first over, as Philip Salt edges one to Axar Patel. A crucial early breakthrough for India, sending Salt back to the pavilion.
Wicket! Philip Salt departs
13/1
Batting
BatterRB4s6sSRPhilip Salt
Caught by Axar Patel5210250Jos Buttler
not out8420200
Bowling
BowlerOMRWEcoHardik Pandya0.10010Arshdeep Singh1.0013013.00
Jos Buttler finds the fence again | England – 13/0 (0.5)
March 5, 2026 9:44 pm
Jos Buttler continues to attack, driving Arshdeep Singh for another boundary. This confident stroke keeps England’s chase moving at a brisk pace.
Philip Salt opens England’s account with a boundary | England – 4/0 (0.1)
March 5, 2026 9:46 pm
Philip Salt starts England’s chase with a confident boundary off Arshdeep Singh, sending the ball racing to the fence. A strong start to the innings.
Jos Buttler finds the boundary with a powerful stroke | England – 9/0 (0.3)
March 5, 2026 9:46 pm
Jos Buttler opens his account with a superb boundary, driving the ball with authority and sending it racing to the fence. England gets off to a confident start in their chase.
India sets a challenging target of 254 | India – 253/7 (20.0)
March 5, 2026 9:47 pm
India concludes their innings with a formidable 253 for 7 after 20 overs, powered by Sanju Samson’s impressive 89. Will Jacks was the pick of the bowlers for the opposition, claiming 2 wickets.
Batting
Varun Chakravarthy
not out
0 (1)
0×40×6SR 0
Bowling
2-40
4.0 ov0 mdnEco 10
1-61
4.0 ov0 mdnEco 15.25
Will Jacks delivers a mixed final over | India – 253/7 (20.0)
March 5, 2026 9:47 pm
Will Jacks bowls the final over, conceding 16 runs but claiming the crucial wicket of Hardik Pandya. India finishes their innings on 253/7, setting a formidable target for the opposition.
Varun Chakravarthy 0(1) Axar Patel 2(2)
Hardik Pandya Run Out After a Quickfire Knock | India – 251/7 (19.5)
March 5, 2026 9:52 pm
A brilliant piece of fielding from Jacob Bethell and Jos Buttler sees Hardik Pandya run out after a vital, quickfire innings. India loses its seventh wicket at a crucial stage.
Wicket! Hardik Pandya run out
251/7
Batting
Hardik Pandyarun out
27(12) 4s: 3 6s: 2 SR: 225
Axar Patelnot out
2(2) 4s: 0 6s: 0 SR: 100
Bowling
Will Jacks
2/40 3.5 ov Eco: 10.43
Jofra Archer
1/61 4.0 ov Eco: 15.25
Hardik Pandya departs after a run out | India – 251/7 (19.5)
March 5, 2026 9:52 pm
A quick single turns into disaster for India as Hardik Pandya is run out by a sharp piece of fielding from Jacob Bethell and Jos Buttler. A crucial wicket in the death overs.
Wicket! Hardik Pandya run out
251/7
Batting
Bowling
India crosses 250-run mark with a powerful six | India – 250/6 (19.4)
March 5, 2026 9:53 pm
Hardik Pandya smashes a massive six off Will Jacks, taking India past the impressive 250-run total. This powerful stroke further solidifies India’s strong position in the match.
TEAM MILESTONE
Hardik Pandya
India crosses the 250-run mark!
250
Hardik Pandya unleashes a towering six | India – 238/6 (19.1)
March 5, 2026 9:53 pm
Hardik Pandya smashes a powerful six off Will Jacks, driving India’s total past the 240-run mark. This crucial boundary adds significant momentum to the innings.
Archer’s eventful over concludes with a wicket | India – 237/6 (19.0)
March 5, 2026 9:54 pm
Jofra Archer’s final over was a rollercoaster, featuring three massive sixes from Tilak Varma before Archer claimed his wicket. A single from Axar Patel rounded off an expensive but wicket-taking over.
Over 19 — Jofra Archer 237/6
6166W1 20 runs · 1W
Hardik Pandya 14(8)Axar Patel 1(1)
Timber! Jofra Archer cleans up Tilak Varma | India – 236/5(18.4)
March 5, 2026 9:54 pm
After a flurry of boundaries, Tilak Varma is bowled by Jofra Archer. A crucial wicket for England, breaking a dangerous partnership after a hat-trick of sixes.
Wicket! Tilak Varma bowled
236/5
Bowling
0-60
3.4 ov0 mdnEco 16.36
0-53
4.0 ov0 mdnEco 13.25
Tilak Varma unleashes a hat-trick of sixes | India – 229/5 (18.3)
March 5, 2026 9:55 pm
Tilak Varma smashes three consecutive maximums off Jofra Archer, showcasing incredible power-hitting. This hat-trick of sixes injects immense momentum into India’s innings, pushing the score to 229 for 5.
HAT-TRICK OF SIXES
Tilak Varma
Tilak Varma hits three in a row!
3×6
Tilak Varma unleashes another maximum | India – 223/5 (18.2)
March 5, 2026 9:55 pm
Tilak Varma dispatches Jofra Archer for his second six of the over, showcasing his power-hitting ability and further accelerating India’s score.
Tilak Varma unleashes a powerful maximum | India – 217/5(18.0)
March 5, 2026 9:56 pm
Tilak Varma launches Jofra Archer for a massive six, getting off the mark in style and adding crucial runs to India’s total.
Hardik Pandya run out after a mix-up | India – 212/5(17.3)
March 5, 2026 9:56 pm
A crucial run-out for England as Hardik Pandya departs after a miscommunication with Shivam Dube. Harry Brook with a sharp piece of fielding to send him back to the pavilion.
Wicket! Hardik Pandya run out
212/5
Batting
Bowling
Shivam Dube launches a massive six | India – 205/4 (17.0)
March 5, 2026 9:58 pm
Shivam Dube dispatches Sam Curran for a colossal maximum, sending the ball soaring over the ropes. This powerful blow further boosts India’s momentum in the death overs.
Hardik Pandya finds the fence with a powerful drive | India – 197/4 (16.4)
March 5, 2026 9:58 pm
Hardik Pandya unleashes a commanding drive off Jamie Overton, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. This shot adds to India’s momentum as they push towards a formidable total.
Hardik Pandya finds the fence | India – 205/4 (17.0)
March 5, 2026 10:01 pm
Hardik Pandya dispatches Jamie Overton for a well-timed boundary, adding four crucial runs to India’s total. The pressure remains on the bowling side.
Hardik Pandya finds the fence | India – 195/4 (16.2)
March 5, 2026 10:01 pm
Hardik Pandya gets off the mark with a well-timed boundary off Jamie Overton, sending the ball racing to the ropes. A crucial four to keep the scoreboard ticking.
Suryakumar Yadav falls to a sharp stumping | India – 190/4 (15.4)
March 5, 2026 10:01 pm
Adil Rashid strikes again! Suryakumar Yadav, attempting to charge down the track, is smartly stumped by Jos Buttler. A crucial wicket for England after a quick cameo from Yadav.
Wicket! Suryakumar Yadav departs
190/4
Batting
Suryakumar Yadav
st Jos Buttler b Adil Rashid
Bowling
A majestic strike from Suryakumar Yadav | India – 190/3 (15.3)
March 5, 2026 10:01 pm
Suryakumar Yadav unleashes a powerful six off Adil Rashid, sending the ball soaring over the ropes. This aggressive shot further boosts India’s score, maintaining their high run rate.
Dube unleashes a monstrous six off Rashid | India – 177/3 (15.0)
March 5, 2026 10:01 pm
Shivam Dube launches Adil Rashid for a maximum, sending the ball sailing over the ropes for six runs. This powerful stroke further accelerates India’s scoring rate, maintaining pressure on the bowling side.
Shivam Dube finds the fence with a powerful strike | India – 172/3(14.4)
March 5, 2026 10:01 pm
Shivam Dube dispatches Sam Curran for a crucial boundary, adding four valuable runs to India’s total and maintaining the pressure on the opposition.
Sanju Samson’s sensational innings comes to an end | India – 160/3 (13.1)
March 5, 2026 10:02 pm
Will Jacks strikes for England, as Sanju Samson’s magnificent innings concludes, caught by Philip Salt. A crucial wicket for the fielding side, breaking a dangerous partnership.
Wicket! Sanju Samson departs
160/3
Batting
1 89 (42) 8×4 7×6 211.9
2 18 (12) 2×6 150
Bowling
2 -19 2.1ov 8.77
0 -41 3.0ov 13.67
India maintains high scoring rate | India – 160/2 (13.0)
March 5, 2026 10:02 pm
India adds 15 runs in Jofra Archer’s over, ending at 160 for 2. Sanju Samson continues his aggressive innings, well supported by Shivam Dube, keeping the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace.
15 Runs 0 Wkt
Sanju Samson 89(41)Shivam Dube 18(12)
Samson unleashes a powerful maximum | India – 152/2 (12.4)
March 5, 2026 10:04 pm
Sanju Samson dispatches Jofra Archer for a massive six, continuing his aggressive batting display. This powerful hit further boosts India’s commanding total.
Dube unleashes another maximum! | India – 138/2(11.4)
March 5, 2026 10:04 pm
Shivam Dube smashes Adil Rashid for his second six of the over, sending it soaring over the boundary! He is quickly accelerating the scoring rate for India.
Dube launches one into the stands | India – 130/2 (11.0)
March 5, 2026 10:05 pm
Shivam Dube smashes Adil Rashid for a massive six, announcing his arrival at the crease with authority. A powerful blow that clears the boundary with ease.
India Dominates Middle Overs with Aggressive Batting | India – 119/2 (10.0)
March 5, 2026 10:05 pm
India continued their aggressive scoring in overs 7-10, adding 52 runs for the loss of one wicket. Sanju Samson was the star, reaching his fifty, while Ishan Kishan provided crucial support before his dismissal. The run rate remains high.
Sanju Samson 67(34) Shivam Dube 1(1)
Sanju Samson launches another maximum | India – 119/2 (10.0)
March 5, 2026 10:06 pm
Sanju Samson continues his aggressive hitting, launching Jamie Overton for a huge six over the boundary. This powerful shot adds to India’s rapidly increasing total.
Ishan Kishan departs, caught by Will Jacks | India – 117/2(9.3)
March 5, 2026 10:06 pm
Adil Rashid strikes! Ishan Kishan, after a quickfire innings, is caught by Will Jacks. A crucial breakthrough for the fielding side, breaking a dangerous partnership.
Wicket! Ishan Kishan departs
117/2
Batting
Ishan Kishan
c Will Jacks b Adil Rashid
Bowling
Ishan Kishan finds the fence with a powerful drive | India – 117/1 (9.2)
March 5, 2026 10:12 pm
Ishan Kishan dispatches Adil Rashid for a boundary, adding four crucial runs to India’s total and keeping the scoring rate high.
Samson finds the fence again | India – 110/1 (8.5)
March 5, 2026 10:12 pm
Sanju Samson smashes another boundary, this time a powerful four, continuing his aggressive onslaught against Sam Curran. He is in scintillating form, pushing India’s score rapidly.
India Reaches Triple Figures with a Samson Special | India – 100/1 (8.3)
March 5, 2026 10:13 pm
Sanju Samson smashes a colossal six, propelling India past the 100-run mark. This powerful strike highlights the aggressive intent of the Indian batsmen, who are dominating the English attack.
INDIA REACHES TRIPLE FIGURES
Sanju Samson
India crosses the 100-run mark!
100
Ishan Kishan launches another maximum | India – 93/1
March 5, 2026 10:13 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive display, dispatching Sam Curran for a huge six! This powerful strike further boosts India’s already rapid scoring rate.
Ishan Kishan sends it soaring over the ropes | India – 92/1 (8.0)
March 5, 2026 10:19 pm
Ishan Kishan joins the six-hitting party, launching Liam Dawson for a massive maximum! This powerful strike pushes India past the 90-run mark, maintaining their aggressive momentum.
Sanju Samson smashes a brilliant half-century | India – 85/1(7.4)
March 5, 2026 10:19 pm
Sanju Samson reaches his fifty with a flourish, showcasing an aggressive and dominant batting performance. He has been instrumental in India’s strong start.
PLAYER MILESTONE
Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson reaches his half-century!
50
Sanju Samson launches a maximum | India – 79/1 (7.3)
March 5, 2026 10:19 pm
Sanju Samson unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes for a massive six. He is playing an aggressive innings, putting pressure on the bowlers.
A Flourishing Partnership | India – 67/1 (6.0)
March 5, 2026 10:19 pm
Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan have forged a vital 50-run partnership, providing a strong platform for India. Their aggressive yet calculated approach has put the opposition under pressure.
PARTNERSHIP FIFTY
Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan
Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan forge a crucial 50-run partnership
50
India maintains strong scoring rate | India – 67/1 (6.0)
March 5, 2026 10:20 pm
Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson continued their aggressive batting, scoring 10 runs in the 5th over including two boundaries. No wickets fell in the over, keeping India in a strong position.
10 Runs 0 Wkt
Ishan Kishan 16(9)Sanju Samson 41(20)
Samson greets the new bowler with a boundary | India – 67/1 (6.0)
March 5, 2026 10:20 pm
Sanju Samson wastes no time, driving Adil Rashid’s first delivery of the over to the fence for four runs, showcasing his aggressive intent.
India maintains strong momentum after 6 overs | India – 67/1 (6.0)
March 5, 2026 10:22 pm
India concludes the 6th over at 67 for 1. Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan are steadily building their partnership, keeping the scoreboard ticking at a brisk pace with two boundaries in the over.
12 Runs 0 Wkt
Ishan Kishan 16(9)Sanju Samson 41(20)
India’s aggressive start continues in Over 3 | India – 34/1 (3.0)
March 5, 2026 10:22 pm
Jofra Archer’s over saw India add 14 runs to their total, including a six and two fours. Sanju Samson was particularly aggressive, contributing significantly to the scoreboard as India ended the third over at 34 for 1.
Ishan Kishan 16(9) Sanju Samson 41(20)
India maintains strong momentum after six overs | India – 67/1 (6.0)
March 5, 2026 10:25 pm
Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson continue to build a solid partnership, scoring 11 runs in the over without losing any wickets. The scoreboard keeps ticking for India.
11 Runs 0 Wkt
Ishan Kishan 16(9)Sanju Samson 41(20)
End of Over 6: India pushes ahead | India – 67/1 (6.0)
March 5, 2026 10:25 pm
India finishes the 6th over at 67 for 1. Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan are steadily building their partnership, keeping the scoreboard moving at a brisk pace.
Over 6 — Sam Curran 67/1
4 runs · 0W
Sanju Samson 41(20)Ishan Kishan 16(9)
Sanju Samson unleashes a hat-trick of boundaries | India – 63/1(5.3)
March 5, 2026 10:30 pm
Sanju Samson continues his aggressive assault, smashing another boundary to complete a hat-trick of fours. He is dominating the English bowlers with his powerful hitting, keeping the scoreboard moving rapidly for India.
Sanju Samson’s boundary hat-trick
63/1
Batting
BatterRB4s6sSRSanju Samson
not out391862216.67Ishan Kishan
not out15830187.5
Bowling
BowlerOMRWEcoSam Curran0.308016Jamie Overton1.0010010
Samson finds the gap with precision | India – 59/1(5.2)
March 5, 2026 10:30 pm
Sanju Samson welcomes the new bowler with a glorious boundary, carving the ball through the off-side. His aggressive intent is clear, keeping the pressure firmly on the English attack.
Ishan Kishan’s boundary hat-trick | India – 55/1 (4.4)
March 5, 2026 10:31 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive assault, smashing another boundary to complete a hat-trick of fours. He is dominating the English bowlers with his powerful hitting, keeping the scoreboard moving rapidly for India.
Ishan Kishan’s boundary hat-trick
55/1
Batting
BatterRB4s6sSRIshan Kishan
not out15630250Sanju Samson
not out311542206.67
Bowling
BowlerOMRWEcoJamie Overton0.4010015Will Jacks2.001919.5
Ishan Kishan finds the boundary with ease | India – 51/1(4.3)
March 5, 2026 10:31 pm
Ishan Kishan dispatches the ball for another boundary, showcasing his aggressive intent and keeping the scoreboard moving for India.
Ishan Kishan joins the boundary fest with a crisp drive | India – 44/1 (3.4)
March 5, 2026 10:37 pm
Ishan Kishan gets in on the action, sending the ball racing to the fence for his first boundary. A confident start to his innings, keeping the scoreboard ticking rapidly for India.
Samson continues his boundary-hitting spree | India – 39/1 (3.2)
March 5, 2026 10:37 pm
Sanju Samson is in sublime touch, finding the ropes once again with a powerful shot. He seems to be in a hurry to score runs and is dominating the bowling attack.
Sanju Samson unleashes a flurry of boundaries | India – 34/1 (2.6)
March 5, 2026 10:38 pm
Sanju Samson continues his aggressive assault, smashing another boundary to complete a hat-trick of fours and sixes. He is dominating the English bowlers with his powerful hitting.
Sanju Samson’s boundary hat-trick
34/1
Batting
BatterRB4s6sSRSanju Samson
not out251132227.27Ishan Kishan
not out00000
Bowling
BowlerOMRWEcoJofra Archer2.0026013.00Will Jacks1.00818.00
Sanju Samson unleashes a massive six | India – 30/1 (2.4)
March 5, 2026 10:38 pm
Sanju Samson clears the ropes with a powerful strike, sending the ball sailing into the stands for a maximum. He is playing with great intent.
Sanju Samson unleashes a powerful boundary | India – 24/1 (2.1)
March 5, 2026 10:38 pm
Sanju Samson finds the fence with a well-timed shot, adding four crucial runs to India’s total and keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Abhishek Sharma caught behind, first wicket down | India – 20/1 (2.0)
March 5, 2026 10:38 pm
A sharp catch by Philip Salt off Will Jacks’ bowling sends Abhishek Sharma back to the pavilion. India loses its first wicket after a brisk start.
Abhishek Sharma caught behind, first wicket down
20/1
Batting
BatterRB4s6sSRAbhishek Sharma
c Philip Salt b Will Jacks9720128.57Sanju Samson
not out11511220
Bowling
BowlerOMRWEcoWill Jacks1.00818Jofra Archer1.0012012
England opts to bowl first after winning the toss | India – 16/0 (1.1)
March 5, 2026 10:39 pm
England captain won the toss and made the strategic decision to bowl first, setting the stage for an exciting contest. The pitch conditions might have influenced this crucial call.
Sharma dispatches Will Jacks to the fence | India – 20/0 (1.5)
March 5, 2026 10:39 pm
Abhishek Sharma continues his impressive start, elegantly placing the ball to the boundary. This well-struck shot further boosts India’s scoring rate and keeps the pressure on the English bowlers. A confident display of batting.
Abhishek Sharma finds the boundary early | India – 16/0 (1.1)
March 5, 2026 10:40 pm
Abhishek Sharma opens his account with a crisp boundary, sending a clear message to the English bowlers. A confident start to the innings for India.
