Ind vs Eng 2nd Semi-Final Live: Bethell Shines as Eng Stumble Early Against Ind

Chasing 254, England found themselves in trouble in the first six overs. Phil Salt was dismissed cheaply for 5 off 3 balls, offering India an early breakthrough. Harry Brook followed soon after, falling for 7 in the fourth over. Jos Buttler, England’s experienced opener, could only manage 25 off 17 balls before being trapped by Varun Chakravarthy.

Despite the collapse, Jacob Bethell held the innings together with an aggressive 26 off just 9 deliveries, while Tom Banton remained unbeaten on 4 off 1 ball. Extras added a single run, leaving England struggling at 68/3 after 6 overs.

Indian Bowling Dominates

India’s bowlers were clinical in the powerplay. Hardik Pandya struck early, removing Salt, while Jasprit Bumrah picked up Brook’s wicket in a tight over. Arshdeep Singh was not so economical but created consistent pressure, conceding only 23 runs in 2 overs. Varun Chakravarthy despite conceding runs impressed with his wicket-taking ability, claiming Buttler in the sixth over.

The Ind vs Eng 2nd Semi-Final, T20 World Cup 2026 is shaping up as a high-octane clash, with India applying early pressure and England needing a miraculous recovery to stay in the hunt. 

The target of 254 is massive, and the fall of three early wickets puts England in a challenging spot.