Lucknow I Daily Sports Express I Monday: In a thrilling encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, India showcased their dominance, winning by a resounding 100 runs against the defending champions, England, in the 29th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. This victory not only secured India’s position as a formidable contender but also propelled them back to the top of the Points Table.
Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table: Rohit Sharma-led Team India’s historic 100-run win over England in IND vs ENG Cricket World Cup match in Lucknow propelled the Men in Blue back to number one position in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table with 12 points. India’s resounding win over England resulted in a significant reshuffle in ICC Cricket World Cup Points Table. South Africa, who were the table-toppers before IND vs ENG World Cup match, are now number two in Cricket World Cup Points Standings with 10 points.
Points Table Shuffle
This victory not only elevated India to the top of the Points Table but also resulted in a significant reshuffle. India now boasts a perfect record, with six wins in as many matches and an impressive net run rate of +1.405. They have displaced South Africa from the top spot, who are now second with 10 points and a net run rate of +2.032.
New Zealand and Australia, with four wins each, occupy the third and fourth positions, both with eight points. Meanwhile, at the bottom of the table, England finds itself in a precarious position. The defending champions have managed just one win in their six outings, resulting in a dismal net run rate of -1.652.
Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy Shines Bright
India’s skipper, Rohit Sharma, led from the front with a brilliant innings, scoring 87 runs off 101 deliveries, including 10 boundaries and 3 massive sixes. His authoritative captaincy and consistent batting laid the foundation for India’s triumph. It was a display of pure class, as he tackled England’s bowling attack with finesse.
However, India didn’t have it all their way, losing wickets at regular intervals. Suryakumar Yadav’s aggressive 49 and KL Rahul’s 39 helped India reach a respectable total of 229 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs.
England’s Struggles Continue
Chasing 230 for victory, England faced a stiff challenge against India’s formidable bowling lineup. Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah were exceptional, sharing seven wickets between them. Shami claimed four crucial wickets, ensuring that England never found their rhythm. Bumrah, meanwhile, displayed his prowess with three wickets, dismantling England’s top order.
Liam Livingstone was England’s highest scorer, contributing 27 runs, but the rest of the batting order crumbled under the relentless pressure applied by the Indian bowlers. England was ultimately bundled out for a mere 129 runs in 34.5 overs, succumbing to a 100-run defeat.
The Road Ahead
As the tournament progresses, the race for the semi-finals intensifies. India’s impressive form has made them the team to beat, while England will need a miraculous turnaround to salvage their World Cup campaign. With the group stage nearing its conclusion, every match becomes crucial, and we can expect more nail-biting encounters as teams battle for a spot in the semi-finals.
Top 5 highest run-scorers in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
1. Quinton de Kock (South Africa) – 431 runs in 6 matches with an average of 71.83
2. David Warner (Australia) – 413 runs in 6 matches
3. Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand) – 406 runs in 6 matches
4. Rohit Sharma (India) – 398 Runs in 6 innings
5. Aiden Markaram (South Africa) – 356 runs in 6 innings
ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Highest Wicket-Takers
After India vs England ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match on Sunday, Australia spinner Adam Zampa remains the highest wicket-taker in ODI World Cup 2023 with 16 wickets from six ICC Cricket World Cup matches, followed by India’s premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah at number two with 14 wickets from six ICC Cricket World Cup matches.
Top 5 highest wicket-takers in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
1. Adam Zampa (Australia) – 16 Wickets from 6 matches
2. Jasprit Bumrah (India) – 14 wickets from 6 matches
3. Mitchell Santner (New Zealand) – 14 wickets from 6 matches
4. Marco Jansen (South Africa) – 13 Wickets from 6 matches
5. Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan) – 13 Wickets from 6 matches
