India vs. England 1st T20I: Detailed Scorecard and Match Summary

Date: January 22, 2025
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Series: England tour of India, 2025

Toss: India won the toss and elected to bowl first.

England Innings:
Batsman Dismissal Runs Balls Fours Sixes
Phil Salt c Samson b Arshdeep Singh 0 1 0 0
Ben Duckett b Arshdeep Singh 0 5 0 0
Jos Buttler (c) c Reddy b Chakravarthy 68 44 5 3
Harry Brook c Suryakumar Yadav b Chakravarthy 17 15 2 0
Liam Livingstone b Chakravarthy 0 2 0 0
Jacob Bethell c Suryakumar Yadav b Axar Patel 18 25 1 0
Jamie Overton b Axar Patel 1 3 0 0
Gus Atkinson c Suryakumar Yadav b Hardik Pandya 0 11 0 0
Jofra Archer c Suryakumar Yadav b Hardik Pandya 12 8 1 1
Adil Rashid not out 3 5 0 0
Mark Wood run out (Samson/Arshdeep Singh) 1 1 0 0
Extras (lb 4, nb 1, w 7) 12
Total (all out, 20 overs) 132

Fall of Wickets:

1-0 (Phil Salt, 0.3 ov), 2-17 (Ben Duckett, 2.5 ov), 3-65 (Harry Brook, 7.3 ov), 4-65 (Liam Livingstone, 7.5 ov), 5-83 (Jacob Bethell, 12.2 ov), 6-85 (Jamie Overton, 12.6 ov), 7-97 (Gus Atkinson, 15.5 ov), 8-109 (Jos Buttler, 17.5 ov), 9-130 (Jofra Archer, 19.4 ov), 10-132 (Mark Wood, 19.6 ov).

India Bowling:
Bowler Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Economy
Arshdeep Singh 4 0 17 2 4.25
Hardik Pandya 4 0 42 2 10.50
Axar Patel 4 1 22 2 5.50
Varun Chakravarthy 4 0 23 3 5.75
Ravi Bishnoi 4 0 22 0 5.50

India Innings:

Batsman Dismissal Runs Balls Fours Sixes
Sanju Samson (wk) c Salt b Archer 22 9 5 0
Abhishek Sharma c Overton b Rashid 79 34 5 8
Suryakumar Yadav (c) b Archer 0 1 0 0
Tilak Varma not out 14 18 1 0
Hardik Pandya not out 2 2 0 0
Extras (lb 4, nb 1, w 5) 10
Total (3 wickets, 12 overs) 127

Fall of Wickets:

1-23 (Sanju Samson, 2.1 ov), 2-23 (Suryakumar Yadav, 2.2 ov), 3-113 (Abhishek Sharma, 9.6 ov).

England Bowling:

Bowler Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Economy
Jofra Archer 4 0 21 2 5.25
Gus Atkinson 2 0 30 0 15.00
Mark Wood 2 0 25 0 12.50
Adil Rashid 2 0 22 1 11.00
Liam Livingstone 2 0 25 0 12.50

Match Summary:

India bowled out England for 132 runs in 20 overs, with standout performances from Varun Chakravarthy (3/23) and Arshdeep Singh (2/17). In response, India scored 127/3 in 12 overs, led by a blistering 79 off 34 balls from Abhishek Sharma. India successfully chased the target, marking a strong start to the series.

The inaugural T20 International between the India National Cricket Team and the England Men’s Cricket Team took place on January 22, 2025, at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This match marked the commencement of England’s tour of India in 2025, setting the stage for an exhilarating series between two cricketing powerhouses.

Toss and Pitch Conditions

India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav, won the toss and elected to bowl first, considering the potential impact of dew later in the evening. The pitch at Eden Gardens exhibited a green tinge, indicating assistance for the seamers, yet remained hard and dry, promising ample runs for the batsmen. Dew was anticipated to play a significant role as the match progressed.

England’s Innings

Opening the batting, England faced an early setback when Phil Salt top-edged a delivery from Arshdeep Singh, resulting in a simple catch for wicketkeeper Sanju Samson. This early dismissal left England at 3/1 in the first over.

Jos Buttler, leading from the front, provided some resistance, scoring 68 runs. However, the rest of the batting lineup struggled against India’s disciplined bowling attack. The spin duo of Axar Patel and Ravi Bishnoi combined effectively, conceding only 44 runs in their eight overs. The standout performance came from Varun Chakravarthy, who delivered an impressive spell, taking 3 wickets for 23 runs. Arshdeep Singh also made a significant impact, claiming 2 wickets for 17 runs and becoming India’s highest wicket-taker in T20Is with 97 scalps.

England’s innings concluded at 132 all out in 20 overs, a total that appeared subpar on a batting-friendly surface.

India’s Chase

Chasing a modest target of 133, India aimed for a strong start. After a cautious first over yielding just one run, Sanju Samson unleashed a flurry of boundaries, scoring 22 runs off Gus Atkinson’s over. However, England found hope when Jofra Archer dismissed Samson, followed by the wicket of Suryakumar Yadav for a duck, leaving India at 45/2.

The momentum shifted decisively in India’s favor with Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting. He reached his half-century in just 20 balls, showcasing a blend of power and precision. His innings included a series of sixes and fours, propelling India closer to the target. Despite Archer’s efforts, who bowled his full quota of overs within the first 10, India maintained control. Tilak Varma provided steady support, and together with Abhishek, they steered India to a commanding position.

India’s innings reached 127/3 in 12 overs, needing just six runs to secure victory. The dominant performance with both bat and ball ensured that India comfortably chased down the target, marking a triumphant start to the series.

Key Performances

  • Abhishek Sharma: A blistering 79 runs from 34 balls, including five fours and eight sixes, anchoring India’s successful chase.

  • Varun Chakravarthy: A pivotal bowling figure, taking 3 wickets for 23 runs, stifling England’s middle order.

  • Arshdeep Singh: Achieved a milestone by becoming India’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is, with figures of 2/17.

Conclusion

The first T20I between India and England highlighted the hosts’ dominance in both bowling and batting departments. England’s inability to build substantial partnerships and India’s aggressive batting approach were decisive factors. As the series progresses, England will seek to address their shortcomings, while India will aim to maintain their winning momentum.