The 5-match T20I series is upon us! Finally, the wait is over. Two strong teams will face off against each other in a 5-match T20I series. Hosts, India will be led by Suryakumar Yadav while Jos Buttler is back as England's captain who is returning from injury.
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In an exciting clash between India and England, Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and chose to bowl first in the first T20I at Eden Gardens, citing the possibility of heavier dew later in the match. "It's going to be a great competition between both sides. The selection was a good headache, but we’re sticking to our strengths," the Indian captain remarked.
India has opted for a strong playing XI, featuring an impressive mix of experience and fresh talent. The team includes Abhishek at the top, followed by Sanju Samson, who will also take on wicketkeeping duties. Tilak Varma, captain Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya form a formidable middle order, supported by Nitish Rana and Rinku Singh.
The Indian bowling department is strengthened by Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakravarthy, and Arshdeep Singh. Notable absentees include Mohammed Shami, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, and Harshit Rana, who will sit out this game.
England, led by Jos Buttler, boasts a power-packed lineup. Ben Duckett and Phil Salt, the wicketkeeper, will open the innings, with Buttler, Harry Brook, and Liam Livingstone forming a potent middle order. Youngster Jacob Bethell and all-rounder Jamie Overton add depth, while Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, and Gus Atkinson complete a formidable bowling attack.
With two evenly matched sides and a thrilling contest on the cards, fans can expect an intense battle as the teams aim to outclass each other under the lights. Let the action begin!
India (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy
England (Playing XI): Ben Duckett, Philip Salt(w), Jos Buttler(c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
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