India win low-scoring contest to heap more misery on England

In a stunning showdown at the 2023 World Cup, India continued their undefeated streak with a resounding 100-run victory over reigning champions England. The English team, facing a premature exit, suffered their fifth defeat in six group matches in a low-scoring contest on Sunday.

India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, emerged as the savior with a remarkable captain’s knock of 87 runs, rescuing his team from what initially seemed like a below-par total of 229-9 on a challenging surface at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

Opting to bat first, the hosts found themselves in dire straits at 40-3 in the 12th over. However, Rohit Sharma, in tandem with KL Rahul (39), engineered a crucial 91-run partnership that arrested their slide and provided stability.

Suryakumar Yadav’s breezy 49-run contribution further bolstered India’s innings as they fought to surpass the 225-run mark. Even the tailenders chipped in with useful runs towards the end, cementing their total.

In a jaw-dropping batting collapse, England found themselves at a dismal 52-5 within the first 16 overs. Their struggle continued, eventually leading to a disheartening all-out for just 129 runs in under 35 overs. Mohammed Shami played a pivotal role, claiming 4-22 for India, and was instrumental in England’s swift demise.

As India maintains its unbeaten streak, England’s hopes in the tournament appear to be dwindling with each match. Stay tuned for more thrilling updates and action from the 2023 World Cup.

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