Shubman Gill's 80 Fires India to Victory
India have won by 6 wickets. England batted first and posted 258/10 in 47.5 overs. India chased down 259 in just 45.2 overs.
Joe Root was the standout in the first innings, scoring 76* off 76 balls (SR 100). 1 six and 6 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 18 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
In the chase, Shubman Gill anchored the innings with 80 off 75 balls. It was a measured knock that kept India on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Axar Patel delivered figures of 4/62 in 9.5 overs (Econ 6.5). A match-defining spell that tore through the batting order.
ENG lead the series 2-1. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 8 of the first innings was the inflection point — 17 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
80 off 75 balls (SR 107), 11 fours, 1 sixes
4/62 in 9.5 overs (Econ: 6.31)
76* off 76 balls (SR 100), 6 fours, 1 sixes
Verdict
India showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. England will rue missed opportunities — a 6 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. ENG lead the series 2-1. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.