In the India National Cricket Team vs England Cricket Team Match, Arshdeep Singh is a phenomenal talent. At just 25 years old, he has risen to become India’s highest T20I wicket-taker, a testament to his extraordinary skill and determination. His ability to swing and seam the ball, combined with pinpoint yorkers, makes him a lethal weapon in both the powerplay and deathovers. What distinguishes Arshdeep is his composure under pressure, a quality that shone through in the first T20I against England at Eden Gardens, where he effortlessly dismantled their top order.
This wasn’t just a victory for India—it was a bold declaration of his prowess. From his breakout performances in the IPL to his starring role on the international stage, Arshdeep’s journey reflects his growth as a cricketer. With a unique blend of skills, this left-arm pacer is redefining the role of fast bowlers in T20s. As India National Cricket Team’s bowling arsenal strengthens, like against Pakistan, Arshdeep leads the way, blending talent, hard work, and brilliance into a career just beginning.
India National Cricket Team vs England Cricket Team Match Scorecard
1st T20I (N), Eden Gardens, January 22, 2025, England tour of India
India won by 7 wickets (with 43 balls remaining)
England  (20 ovs maximum)
Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |||
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Phil Salt â€
|
c †Samson b Arshdeep Singh | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
Ben DuckettÂ
|
c Singh b Arshdeep Singh | 4 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 | ||
Jos Buttler (c)
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c Nitish Kumar Reddy b Varun | 68 | 44 | 74 | 8 | 2 | 154.54 | ||
Harry BrookÂ
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b Varun | 17 | 14 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 121.42 | ||
Liam LivingstoneÂ
|
b Varun | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
Jacob BethellÂ
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c Abhishek Sharma b Pandya | 7 | 14 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | ||
Jamie OvertonÂ
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c Nitish Kumar Reddy b Patel | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | ||
Gus AtkinsonÂ
|
st †Samson b Patel | 2 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 15.38 | ||
Jofra ArcherÂ
|
c Yadav b Pandya | 12 | 10 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 120.00 | ||
Adil RashidÂ
|
not out | 8 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 72.72 | ||
Mark WoodÂ
|
run out (†Samson) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 | ||
Extras | (b 5, lb 1, w 5) | 11 | |||||||
Total |
20 Ov (RR: 6.60)
|
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, 11.5 ov), 6-95 (Jamie Overton, 13.3 ov), 7-103 (Gus Atkinson, 15.6 ov), 8-109 (Jos Buttler, 16.2 ov), 9-130 (Jofra Archer, 19.4 ov), 10-132 (Mark Wood, 19.6 ov) • DRS
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Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB | |
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Arshdeep Singh
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4 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 4.25 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Hardik Pandya
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4 | 0 | 42 | 2 | 10.50 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
Varun Chakravarthy
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4 | 0 | 23 | 3 | 5.75 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
Axar Patel
|
4 | 1 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
Ravi Bishnoi
|
4 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 5.50 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
India  (T: 133 runs from 20 ovs)
Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |||
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Sanju Samson â€
|
c Atkinson b Archer | 26 | 20 | 23 | 4 | 1 | 130.00 | ||
Abhishek SharmaÂ
|
c Brook b Rashid | 79 | 34 | 58 | 5 | 8 | 232.35 | ||
Suryakumar Yadav (c)
|
c †Salt b Archer | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
Tilak VarmaÂ
|
not out | 19 | 16 | 37 | 3 | 0 | 118.75 | ||
Hardik PandyaÂ
|
not out | 3 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 | ||
Extras | (b 4, lb 1, w 1) | 6 | |||||||
Total |
12.5 Ov (RR: 10.36)
|
133/3 | |||||||
Did not bat:Â Rinku Singh,Â
Nitish Kumar Reddy,Â
Axar Patel,Â
Ravi Bishnoi,Â
Arshdeep Singh,Â
Varun ChakravarthyÂ
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Fall of wickets: 1-41 (Sanju Samson, 4.2 ov), 2-41 (Suryakumar Yadav, 4.5 ov), 3-125 (Abhishek Sharma, 11.5 ov) • DRS
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Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB | |
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Jofra Archer
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4 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 5.25 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
Gus Atkinson
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2 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 19.00 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
Mark Wood
|
2.5 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 8.82 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
Adil Rashid
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2 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 13.50 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
Jamie Overton
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1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10.00 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
Liam Livingstone
|
1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7.00 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Key Moments: England National Cricket Team vs India National Cricket Team
Event | Details |
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Powerplay (0.1 – 6.0 overs) | 46 runs, 2 wickets |
Over 4.6 – Review by India | Decision Challenged – Wicket, Batter HC Brook (Struck down) |
50 Runs | 6.2 overs (38 balls), Extras 2 |
Drinks Break (10.0 overs) | England – 74/4 (JC Buttler 47, JG Bethell 3) |
JC Buttler’s 50 | 34 balls (6×4, 1×6) |
100 Runs | 15.5 overs (95 balls), Extras 9 |
Over 18.5 – Review by India | Decision Challenged – Wicket, Batter JC Archer (Struck down) |
Innings Break | England – 132/10 in 20.0 overs (AU Rashid 8) |
India Innings
Event | Details |
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Powerplay (0.1 – 6.0 overs) | 63 runs, 2 wickets |
50 Runs | 5.1 overs (31 balls), Extras 5 |
Abhishek Sharma’s 50 | 20 balls (3×4, 6×6) |
3rd Wicket Partnership | 50 runs in 22 balls (Abhishek Sharma 43, NT Tilak Varma 8, Ex 0) |
100 Runs | 9.6 overs (60 balls), Extras 5 |
Drinks Break (10.0 overs) | India – 100/2 (Abhishek Sharma 60, NT Tilak Varma 9) |
Final Score | (To be completed by the user) |
Match Analysis
Arshdeep Singh shone brightly in the T20I against England. He took three wickets, including Jos Buttler’s crucial scalp. His spell was tight, giving away just 17 runs in four overs. Arshdeep’s ability to swing the ball both ways baffled England’s batsmen. He bowled with precision in the powerplay and death overs alike. His variations, like yorkers and bouncers, kept the opposition guessing. This performance helped India restrict England to 132 runs. Arshdeep’s all-phase dominance makes him a rare talent, like Sikandar Raza, who in 2024 was MOM in India’s loss to Zimbabwe in Harare.
India’s bowlers dominated England from the start. They kept England to a low total of 132 runs. Arshdeep Singh struck early, removing Phil Salt and Ben Duckett. Varun Chakravarthy took three wickets, disrupting England’s middle order. Axar Patel bowled tightly, picking up two key wickets. The bowlers used the conditions well, with spin and pace combined. Fielding supported them with stunning catches throughout the game. India’s bowling strength overwhelmed England’s batting lineup.
England’s Batting Falters Badly
England’s batsmen struggled against India National Cricket Team’s relentless attack. They couldn’t build partnerships, losing wickets too often. Jos Buttler scored 68 runs, fighting a lone battle. Other batsmen failed to support him, falling to spin and pace. Arshdeep Singh’s early breakthroughs set the tone for collapse. England couldn’t handle the pressure from India’s bowlers. Their weakness against spin was glaringly obvious. This batting flop led to a modest total.
Abhishek Sharma powered India to an easy win. He smashed 79 runs off just 34 balls. His aggressive knock included boundaries and towering sixes. Abhishek’s fearless batting crushed England’s bowling attack. Sanju Samson chipped in with a quick cameo. The chase was wrapped up with 43 balls left. Abhishek’s explosive style showcased India’s batting depth. His innings made the victory look effortless, like Mumbai Indians Women performed well in WPL.
India’s Fielding Shines Bright
India’s fielders were exceptional in the match. They grabbed stunning catches, like Nitish Kumar Reddy’s gem. The team was sharp, saving runs with quick movements. Their energy on the field pressured England constantly. Fielding backed the bowlers, tightening the screws further. India’s improved standards were clear to see. This effort helped keep England’s score down. The fielding unit earned high praise, as it did in the semi-final against Australia in CT 2025.
England’s bowling attack couldn’t stop India’s batsmen. They failed to find a rhythm or control the runs. Jofra Archer took two wickets, showing some fight. Other bowlers were expensive, leaking runs too quickly. Abhishek Sharma punished them with his aggressive shots. England’s lack of variety made chasing simple. Their bowling woes cost them the game. They need better plans next time.
India’s Smart Game Plan
India’s tactics were perfect in this match. They bowled first after winning the toss. Arshdeep Singh attacked early, setting up the spinners. Field placements choked England’s scoring options effectively. The captain made clever bowling changes throughout. Spin in the middle overs worked brilliantly. India’s strategy exploited the pitch and dew well. This planning led to a crushing win.
Arshdeep Singh stands out as a complete bowler. He swings the new ball with deadly effect. His yorkers and bouncers dominate the death overs. Arshdeep adapts to conditions, using seam and pace smartly. He’s taken 42 powerplay wickets since his debut. At the death, he’s claimed 46 more scalps. Few left-arm pacers match his versatility globally. His calm mindset adds to his brilliance.