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India&rsquo;s T20 captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/suryakumar-yadav">Suryakumar Yadav</a> has not lit up the T20I series against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/england-cricket">England </a>with his bat so far. Suryakumar has scored 0 and 12 in the first two matches of the 5-T20I series, extending his run of poor outcomes from the tour of South Africa. However, newly-appointed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak dismissed any concerns about the batter&rsquo;s form.&nbsp;
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The batting coach said that he did not see any difference in the batter&rsquo;s approach. Kotak explained that when the Indian team was playing high-risk cricket, batters were bound to fail from time to time. Kotak said that it was not possible to play a high-risk, high-scoring game while trying to preserve wickets.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Surya, I think he is performing, but sometimes I feel we also expect a lot. Every game, if we think Surya will perform (that is not okay). The game has become so aggressive, there is so much intent we have to play in the T20s, there will be a time when they get out because they are playing fearless (cricket). Because if you want to score 200-225, you cannot play cricket where you are trying to save your wickets. He plays a brand of cricket for the team, which is very, very selfless, and that is what he tells the batters as well. There are games he will perform, and there are games where he will not,&rdquo; Sitanshu said at the pre-match press conference.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;I think that he has been batting with the same flow, I would not say there is any change really. But plan-wise, the opposition sides will bowl in areas (to target him), but he is very smart and will read that, and practices according to that. I think, Touchwood (he would score) in this game,&rdquo; he added.&nbsp;
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Suryakumar Yadav has scored in single digits thrice in his last four games. The batter&rsquo;s last fifty came against Bangladesh in October 2024. While Surya&rsquo;s recent run of scores has been inconsistent, the Indian team has done well under his captaincy. Suryakumar has won series against Bangladesh, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and now is on the brink of another series win against England.&nbsp;
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India already have a 2-0 lead in the 5-match series and have a chance to complete a series win in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rajkot">Rajkot </a>on Tuesday (Jan 28).&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)
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Cricket Sports: Sitanshu said that he did not see any difference in the batter’s approach. India have a 2-0 lead in 5-match series and have a chance to clinch the series in Rajkot

India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav has not lit up the T20I series against England with his bat so far. Suryakumar has scored 0 and 12 in the first two matches of the 5-T20I series, extending his run of poor outcomes from the tour of South Africa. However, newly-appointed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak dismissed any concerns about the batter’s form. The batting coach said that he did not see any difference in the batter’s approach. Kotak explained that when the Indian team was playing high-risk cricket, batters were bound to fail from time to time. Kotak said that it was not possible to play a high-risk, high-scoring game while trying to preserve wickets. Also Read: Virat Kohli in Ranji Trophy: DDCA increasing security to manage crowd during Railways match “Surya, I think he is performing, but sometimes I feel we also expect a lot. Every game, if we think Surya will perform (that is not okay). The game has become so aggressive, there is so much intent we have to play in the T20s, there will be a time when they get out because they are playing fearless (cricket). Because if you want to score 200-225, you cannot play cricket where you are trying to save your wickets. He plays a brand of cricket for the team, which is very, very selfless, and that is what he tells the batters as well. There are games he will perform, and there are games where he will not,” Sitanshu said at the pre-match press conference. 'Surya has been batting with same flow' “I think that he has been batting with the same flow, I would not say there is any change really. But plan-wise, the opposition sides will bowl in areas (to target him), but he is very smart and will read that, and practices according to that. I think, Touchwood (he would score) in this game,” he added. Suryakumar Yadav has scored in single digits thrice in his last four games. The batter’s last fifty came against Bangladesh in October 2024. While Surya’s recent run of scores has been inconsistent, the Indian team has done well under his captaincy. Suryakumar has won series against Bangladesh, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and now is on the brink of another series win against England. India already have a 2-0 lead in the 5-match series and have a chance to complete a series win in Rajkot on Tuesday (Jan 28). (With inputs from agencies)

India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak backs captain Suryakumar amid lean patch

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shivam-dube">Shivam Dube</a>, part of the T20 World Cup-winning team in 2024, has been added to India&rsquo;s T20I side for the ongoing series against England. He is set to join the squad in Rajkot ahead of the third game.&nbsp;
Nitish Kumar Reddy, who was part of the playing XI for the first T20I in Kolkata, suffered an injury that kept him sidelined. The senior selection committee has opted to bring in Shivam Dube as his replacement, as per reports in The Indian Express.
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Dube&rsquo;s most recent outing for Mumbai was the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ranji-trophy">Ranji Trophy</a> encounter against Jammu and Kashmir, where he scored a duck in both innings and Mumbai lost.&nbsp;
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Dube had missed the initial stages of the Ranji Trophy due to a back injury but played the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20, where he made 151 runs in five matches at 179.76 and picked up three wickets at an economy rate of just under 10. He also played the Vijay Hazare Trophy.&nbsp;
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He last played for India during an ODI series in Sri Lanka in August last year. The all-rounder was originally not picked in the squad for the T20I series against England as selectors opted to go with Nitish Kumar Reddy and Hardik Pandya.&nbsp;
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Rinku Singh sustained a low back spasm while fielding in the 1st T20I against England on 22nd January. He is progressing well and the BCCI medical team is monitoring him closely. He is ruled out of the 2nd and 3rd games of the ongoing 5-match T20I series.
India and England will take on each other in the 2nd T20I on Saturday (Jan 25) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
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Sports, Cricket: Shivam Dube will join the team in Rajkot as Nitish Reddy has suffered a setback from an injury. Shivam recently played for Mumbai in Ranji Trophy tie against J&K.

Shivam Dube, part of the T20 World Cup-winning team in 2024, has been added to India’s T20I side for the ongoing series against England. He is set to join the squad in Rajkot ahead of the third game. Nitish Kumar Reddy, who was part of the playing XI for the first T20I in Kolkata, suffered an injury that kept him sidelined. The senior selection committee has opted to bring in Shivam Dube as his replacement, as per reports in The Indian Express. Dube’s most recent outing for Mumbai was the Ranji Trophy encounter against Jammu and Kashmir, where he scored a duck in both innings and Mumbai lost. Also Read: Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah among four Indians included in ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year Dube had missed the initial stages of the Ranji Trophy due to a back injury but played the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20, where he made 151 runs in five matches at 179.76 and picked up three wickets at an economy rate of just under 10. He also played the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He last played for India during an ODI series in Sri Lanka in August last year. The all-rounder was originally not picked in the squad for the T20I series against England as selectors opted to go with Nitish Kumar Reddy and Hardik Pandya. Rinku Singh also ruled out Rinku Singh sustained a low back spasm while fielding in the 1st T20I against England on 22nd January. He is progressing well and the BCCI medical team is monitoring him closely. He is ruled out of the 2nd and 3rd games of the ongoing 5-match T20I series. India and England will take on each other in the 2nd T20I on Saturday (Jan 25) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. (With inputs from agencies)

IND vs ENG T20I: Shivam Dube to replace injured Nitish Reddy in squad- Reports

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Pacer Brydon Carse will replace Gus Atkinson in England's playing XI for the second T20I against India at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday (Jan 25).<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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The visitors made only one change in their side after suffering a crushing seven-wicket defeat in the series opener in Kolkata on Wednesday. Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith has also been added to the 12-player squad, England Cricket informed on X.<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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In the first T20I, Atkinson had a miserable day in the middle as he conceded a staggering 38 runs in his two overs. He didn't finish his full quota of four overs as Abhishek Sharma's 34-ball 79 sealed the victory for India with 43 balls to spare.<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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After the loss, England captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jos-buttler">Jos Buttler</a> said they will assess conditions for the upcoming games of the series.
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"There was a little in the wicket early on, didn't expect that, but if you came through that phase it was a good pitch and a fast-scoring ground. Some really good players in there, we'll be better for the run-out. Jof looked good, superstar, looked threatening, Mark Wood bowled fast, exciting. We want to be aggressive and watchable, but venue to venue got to assess conditions. Enjoyment of the game is always there, I'm enjoying the environment. I'm a big McCullum fan, always have been. Enjoying working with him," Buttler said in the post-match interaction.<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ind-vs-eng-2nd-t20i-smog-cost-england-in-kolkata-chennai-clear-weather-should-help-our-batters-harry-brook-8650287">'Smog' cost England in Kolkata - Harry Brook's bizarre excuse for 1st T20I loss</a> 
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On the other hand, India captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/suryakumar-yadav">Suryakumar Yadav</a> said enthusiasm shown by teammates after winning the toss set the benchmark for them.<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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"The energy after we won the toss set the benchmark. Bowlers had plans, executed, and the way we batted was icing on the cake. We did the same in South Africa, Hardik had responsibility to bowl new ball so cushion to play the extra spinner. Varun's preparations are on point, and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/arshdeep-singh">Arshdeep </a>is taking the extra responsibility. There's a lot of freedom given, we want to play a bit different. The fielding is one area we've been working really hard. Let's take those half chances and make a difference," Suryakumar said after taking the 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series.<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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England's XI for second T20I: Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (WK), Jos Buttler (C), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.<span class="EOP SCXW221495404 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}">&nbsp;
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Cricket Sports: The visitors made only one change in their side after suffering a seven-wicket defeat in the series opener. Jamie Smith has also been added to the squad

Pacer Brydon Carse will replace Gus Atkinson in England's playing XI for the second T20I against India at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday (Jan 25). The visitors made only one change in their side after suffering a crushing seven-wicket defeat in the series opener in Kolkata on Wednesday. Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith has also been added to the 12-player squad, England Cricket informed on X. In the first T20I, Atkinson had a miserable day in the middle as he conceded a staggering 38 runs in his two overs. He didn't finish his full quota of four overs as Abhishek Sharma's 34-ball 79 sealed the victory for India with 43 balls to spare. After the loss, England captain Jos Buttler said they will assess conditions for the upcoming games of the series. "There was a little in the wicket early on, didn't expect that, but if you came through that phase it was a good pitch and a fast-scoring ground. Some really good players in there, we'll be better for the run-out. Jof looked good, superstar, looked threatening, Mark Wood bowled fast, exciting. We want to be aggressive and watchable, but venue to venue got to assess conditions. Enjoyment of the game is always there, I'm enjoying the environment. I'm a big McCullum fan, always have been. Enjoying working with him," Buttler said in the post-match interaction. Also Read: 'Smog' cost England in Kolkata - Harry Brook's bizarre excuse for 1st T20I loss We want to play a bit different: Suryakumar Yadav On the other hand, India captain Suryakumar Yadav said enthusiasm shown by teammates after winning the toss set the benchmark for them. "The energy after we won the toss set the benchmark. Bowlers had plans, executed, and the way we batted was icing on the cake. We did the same in South Africa, Hardik had responsibility to bowl new ball so cushion to play the extra spinner. Varun's preparations are on point, and Arshdeep is taking the extra responsibility. There's a lot of freedom given, we want to play a bit different. The fielding is one area we've been working really hard. Let's take those half chances and make a difference," Suryakumar said after taking the 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series. England's XI for second T20I: Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (WK), Jos Buttler (C), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

IND vs ENG 2nd T20I: Carse replaces Atkinson in England's playing XI; Smith added to squad

Team India led by Virat Kohli are set to lock horns with England in the second T20I at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After a disappointing loss in the first match, Team India could undergo some major changes and bring in some young guns to counter England's bowling attack.&nbsp;

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<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{216756bb-2f44-4d5b-9fa7-dcf6b476d4cc}{188}" paraid="1476666193" >All you need to know&nbsp;about&nbsp;India vs England 2nd&nbsp;T20I&nbsp;match in Ahmedabad:&nbsp;</h2>

<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{216756bb-2f44-4d5b-9fa7-dcf6b476d4cc}{212}" paraid="1692779502" >When&nbsp;and where will India vs England 2nd&nbsp;T20I&nbsp;be played?&nbsp;</h2>

The second T20I of the five-match series between India and England will be played on March 14&nbsp;at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.&nbsp;

<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fc03e39b-4a1f-4090-be9f-fee2b07bf0f2}{173}" paraid="663463227" >What time will the second&nbsp;T20I match between India and England&nbsp;begin?&nbsp;</h2>

The&nbsp;second&nbsp;T20I match between India and England will&nbsp;start&nbsp;at 7.00 PM IST. The toss will take place at 06:30 PM IST.&nbsp;

<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{6294464f-98b5-43f6-a6ae-7adefdfbecea}{29}" paraid="1042264036" >Which TV channels will&nbsp;telecast the second&nbsp;T20I match between India and England&nbsp;live?&nbsp;</h2>

The second&nbsp;T20I match between India and England will broadcast on Star Sports network.&nbsp;

<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{6294464f-98b5-43f6-a6ae-7adefdfbecea}{53}" paraid="66108665" >How can I watch the live streaming of the second&nbsp;T20I match between India and England?&nbsp;</h2>

The second&nbsp;T20I match between India and England will&nbsp;be&nbsp;live streamed&nbsp;on Disney +&nbsp;Hotstar&nbsp;app.&nbsp;

Team India led by Virat Kohli are set to lock horns with England in the second T20I at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After a disappointing loss in the first match, Team India could undergo some major changes and bring in some young guns to counter England's bowling attack.

Team India led by Virat Kohli are set to lock horns with England in the second T20I at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After a disappointing loss in the first match, Team India could undergo some major changes and bring in some young guns to counter England's bowling attack. ALSO READ: India vs England 3rd T20I Live Streaming: How and where to watch IND vs ENG match online? All you need to know about India vs England 2nd T20I match in Ahmedabad: When and where will India vs England 2nd T20I be played? The second T20I of the five-match series between India and England will be played on March 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. What time will the second T20I match between India and England begin? The second T20I match between India and England will start at 7.00 PM IST. The toss will take place at 06:30 PM IST. Which TV channels will telecast the second T20I match between India and England live? The second T20I match between India and England will broadcast on Star Sports network. How can I watch the live streaming of the second T20I match between India and England? The second T20I match between India and England will be live streamed on Disney + Hotstar app.

India vs England 2nd T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs ENG match online and TV?

A probe has been initiated after a person called a police officer, who is part of the security arrangements for the ongoing T20I between India and England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, and threatened to&nbsp;self-immolate&nbsp;if the upcoming matches in the world's largest cricket stadium were not cancelled following the rise of COVID-19 cases in the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The five-match T20I series, which started on March 12, has witnessed a crowd of more than 60,000 at the stadium. The stadium had hosted the last two Tests of the four-match series against England with a 50 per cent crowd.&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to reports, an FIR was lodged at Chandkheda police station in Ahmedabad after the call - identified as Pankaj Patel from Gandhinagar, rang up senior police inspector KV Patel of Chandkheda Police Station on March 12 and threatened to immolate himself if the matches continued&nbsp;in the stadium, as per the police.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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On Saturday, an audio clip of the conversation surfaced on social media in which the caller, is heard asking the police officer&nbsp;whether&nbsp;the COVID-19 related guidelines were&nbsp;being&nbsp;followed inside the stadium by the crowd.&nbsp;

The officer purportedly said that the social-distancing guidelines are not being followed with the caller demanding cancellation of the matches and then went on to threaten to self-immolate while saying that over 75,000 people are attending the matches which can pose a health risk.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Police have booked the accused under IPC sections 502 (2) for trying to promote hatred or ill will between&nbsp;classes, 504 for intentional insult, and 507 for criminal intimidation through anonymous communication.&nbsp;

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“The man had called on my cell phone on March 12 and threatened to immolate himself if the matches are held. He also used abusive words for the Gujarat government, the Chief Minister, and the Deputy Chief Minister. When I asked his name, he told me he is Pankaj Patel from Gandhinagar. I immediately called up Gandhinagar police control room and shared his phone number with the officials,” K V Patel stated in the FIR&nbsp;as quoted in media reports.&nbsp;

On Tuesday, it was announced by the BCCI that the remaining matches of the five-match T20I series between India and England will be played behind closed doors.

A probe has been initiated after a person called a police officer, who is part of the security arrangements for the ongoing T20I between India and England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, and threatened to self-immolate if the upcoming matches in the world's largest cricket stadium were not cancelled following the rise of COVID-19 cases in the city.

A probe has been initiated after a person called a police officer, who is part of the security arrangements for the ongoing T20I between India and England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, and threatened to self-immolate if the upcoming matches in the world's largest cricket stadium were not cancelled following the rise of COVID-19 cases in the city. The five-match T20I series, which started on March 12, has witnessed a crowd of more than 60,000 at the stadium. The stadium had hosted the last two Tests of the four-match series against England with a 50 per cent crowd. According to reports, an FIR was lodged at Chandkheda police station in Ahmedabad after the call - identified as Pankaj Patel from Gandhinagar, rang up senior police inspector KV Patel of Chandkheda Police Station on March 12 and threatened to immolate himself if the matches continued in the stadium, as per the police. ALSO READ: India-England games go behind closed doors because of pandemic On Saturday, an audio clip of the conversation surfaced on social media in which the caller, is heard asking the police officer whether the COVID-19 related guidelines were being followed inside the stadium by the crowd. The officer purportedly said that the social-distancing guidelines are not being followed with the caller demanding cancellation of the matches and then went on to threaten to self-immolate while saying that over 75,000 people are attending the matches which can pose a health risk. Police have booked the accused under IPC sections 502 (2) for trying to promote hatred or ill will between classes, 504 for intentional insult, and 507 for criminal intimidation through anonymous communication. ALSO READ: ICC rates Ahmedabad pitch for two-day test match 'average' “The man had called on my cell phone on March 12 and threatened to immolate himself if the matches are held. He also used abusive words for the Gujarat government, the Chief Minister, and the Deputy Chief Minister. When I asked his name, he told me he is Pankaj Patel from Gandhinagar. I immediately called up Gandhinagar police control room and shared his phone number with the officials,” K V Patel stated in the FIR as quoted in media reports. On Tuesday, it was announced by the BCCI that the remaining matches of the five-match T20I series between India and England will be played behind closed doors.

Man threatens to kill himself if India-England T20I series is not cancelled amid COVID-19 spike

Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are&nbsp;favourites&nbsp;to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions&nbsp;in the 50-over World Cup,&nbsp;are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.&nbsp;

When asked whether India would be&nbsp;favourites&nbsp;to lift the ICC T20 World Cup on their home soil, Kohli said, in the pre-match press conference: “No, I think England are&nbsp;favourites. They are the No 1 side in the world, all teams will be wary of their strengths.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is back with the Indian team after a lengthy layoff due to injury. Prior to his injury issues, Bhuvneshwar was crucial cog for the Indian team across formats and Kohli is delighted to have the 31-year-old back with the team.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Glad to have him back, he is keen to contribute to many more Indian wins. Hope he can build strongly from here&nbsp;for the World Cup,” Kohli answered.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ravichandran Ashwin’s recent form in red-ball cricket and in IPL has triggered a debate whether the veteran spinner should be included in India's white-ball team. However, Kohli said&nbsp;that with Washington Sundar, a similar bowler to Ashwin, in the side, he&nbsp;doesn’t&nbsp;see Ashwin coming back in the Indian limited-overs side for the ICC T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

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“Washi has been doing really well for us, and it is difficult to have two players similar. Unless Washi has a horrible season (not&nbsp;possible).... you need to have some logic in the question as well. Easy to ask,” Kohli said.&nbsp;

The five-T20I series between&nbsp;India and England is set to start from Friday at the world’s largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.

Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field. When asked whether India would be favourites to lift the ICC T20 World Cup on their home soil, Kohli said, in the pre-match press conference: “No, I think England are favourites. They are the No 1 side in the world, all teams will be wary of their strengths.” × ALSO READ: Dhawan, Rahul or Rohit ? Virat Kohli confirms opening combination for India in T20I series vs England Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is back with the Indian team after a lengthy layoff due to injury. Prior to his injury issues, Bhuvneshwar was crucial cog for the Indian team across formats and Kohli is delighted to have the 31-year-old back with the team. “Glad to have him back, he is keen to contribute to many more Indian wins. Hope he can build strongly from here for the World Cup,” Kohli answered. Ravichandran Ashwin’s recent form in red-ball cricket and in IPL has triggered a debate whether the veteran spinner should be included in India's white-ball team. However, Kohli said that with Washington Sundar, a similar bowler to Ashwin, in the side, he doesn’t see Ashwin coming back in the Indian limited-overs side for the ICC T20 World Cup. ALSO READ: Prithvi Shaw equals Virat Kohli's record as he continues blistering run of form “Washi has been doing really well for us, and it is difficult to have two players similar. Unless Washi has a horrible season (not possible).... you need to have some logic in the question as well. Easy to ask,” Kohli said. The five-T20I series between India and England is set to start from Friday at the world’s largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad.

England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli

England’s white-ball captain Eoin Morgan on Thursday said that the five-match T20I series against India is an “extremely exciting” challenge that would assist the team to prepare for the World Cup later this year.&nbsp;

The series commences on Friday in Ahmedabad and would be the only opportunity for a full-strength England squad to play together before the T20 World Cup in India in October-November due to the hectic scheduling.&nbsp;&nbsp;

England, after thrashing in the Test series, will look to get back to winning ways in the T20I series. The T20I squad includes the likes of Dawid Malan, Jason Roy, Curran brothers among others.&nbsp;Jos Buttler and Moeen Ali who left the Test tour in between due to ECB’s rotation policy are also back in the squad for the white-ball leg of the&nbsp;gruelling&nbsp;tour.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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"Certainly&nbsp;with one eye on the World Cup in seven&nbsp;months time, it is an opportunity to try and replicate teams and roles within the side that we might need to iron out before we get to the World Cup,"&nbsp;Morgan told reporters in a virtual press conference.&nbsp;

The World Cup-winning England skipper added that the Indian Premier League, starting April 9, would play a major role in helping his players for the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"Certainly&nbsp;the first few times I went to the IPL, I've never gone through an experience like it. And I've learned a huge amount over the years that I've been there," Morgan said.

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"So&nbsp;the value in it given the year that it's in is brilliant, particularly now that we know it's being held in India."&nbsp;

The 34-year-old added that India would be&nbsp;favourites&nbsp;to win the World Cup on their home soil while adding that&nbsp;playing them in their backyard "is extremely exciting and everybody's looking forward to it".&nbsp;

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England’s white-ball captain Eoin Morgan on Thursday said that the five-match T20I series against India is an “extremely exciting” challenge that would assist the team to prepare for the World Cup later this year.

England’s white-ball captain Eoin Morgan on Thursday said that the five-match T20I series against India is an “extremely exciting” challenge that would assist the team to prepare for the World Cup later this year. The series commences on Friday in Ahmedabad and would be the only opportunity for a full-strength England squad to play together before the T20 World Cup in India in October-November due to the hectic scheduling. England, after thrashing in the Test series, will look to get back to winning ways in the T20I series. The T20I squad includes the likes of Dawid Malan, Jason Roy, Curran brothers among others. Jos Buttler and Moeen Ali who left the Test tour in between due to ECB’s rotation policy are also back in the squad for the white-ball leg of the gruelling tour. ALSO READ: Very humbling experience: Dawid Malan, Sam Billings on interaction with blind cricketers in India "Certainly with one eye on the World Cup in seven months time, it is an opportunity to try and replicate teams and roles within the side that we might need to iron out before we get to the World Cup," Morgan told reporters in a virtual press conference. The World Cup-winning England skipper added that the Indian Premier League, starting April 9, would play a major role in helping his players for the T20 World Cup. "Certainly the first few times I went to the IPL, I've never gone through an experience like it. And I've learned a huge amount over the years that I've been there," Morgan said. ALSO READ: England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli "So the value in it given the year that it's in is brilliant, particularly now that we know it's being held in India." The 34-year-old added that India would be favourites to win the World Cup on their home soil while adding that playing them in their backyard "is extremely exciting and everybody's looking forward to it".

T20I series against India an opportunity to prepare for World Cup, says England's Eoin Morgan

Ahead of the five-match T20I series against India, England cricketers Dawid Malan and Sam Billings had a heartfelt interaction with three blind cricketers&nbsp;– Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul -&nbsp;from Gujarat about their love for cricket. The English duo discussed&nbsp;the feeling of stepping into&nbsp;the largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad while also expressing their thoughts on blind cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sharing their experience of interacting with the blind cricketers,&nbsp;Malan and Billings&nbsp;told WION that they&nbsp;were left awestruck by&nbsp;Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul’s&nbsp;passion and love for cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The England batsmen acknowledged that cricket is the game for everyone while saying that&nbsp;the passion shown by the blind cricketers, despite all the challenges they face, is a real lesson in how to overcome the most difficult of situations in life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Malan and Billings&nbsp;shared their thoughts&nbsp;after their interaction&nbsp;with the blind cricketers from Gujarat&nbsp;with the video going viral on social media.

Dawid Malan&nbsp;told WION:&nbsp;“It was wonderful and very humbling to speak with Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul. Their commitment to the game we all love, despite the challenges they face, is a real lesson in how to accept challenges and overcome them. Our chat also&nbsp;emphasised&nbsp;to me how cricket really is a game for everyone, no matter what circumstances you find yourself in.”&nbsp;

Sam Billings&nbsp;told WION:&nbsp;“I think Dinesh and Nikul, two of the players we spoke with, had travelled for five hours just to be on the call with us. Those two, together with Vishnu, the Gujarat captain, were fantastic to speak with and they were even generous enough to give us each a ball used in blind cricket. Dawid and I both agreed we would give it a try when we get the chance, although it seems incredibly difficult, and I think we are both in awe of the skills the players have.”&nbsp;

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Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul, in the virtual interaction asked Malan and Billings about their experience of stepping in the Narendra Modi Stadium, their experiences of playing in IPL and India, and what&nbsp;their&nbsp;favourite&nbsp;sport&nbsp;was while growing up.&nbsp;However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the players couldn’t meet the blind cricketers in person.&nbsp;But&nbsp;Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul gifted Malan and Billings the balls used in blind cricket and the English cricketers have agreed to give it a try when they get a chance.&nbsp;

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England cricket team is in India for a&nbsp;gruelling&nbsp;full-fledged tour. Following the completion of the four-match Test series, the visitors&nbsp;will commence their five-match T20I series against India from Friday (March 12) in Ahmedabad followed by a three-match ODI series starting from&nbsp;March 23 in Pune.&nbsp;

Ahead of the five-match T20I series against India, England cricketers Dawid Malan and Sam Billings had a heartfelt interaction with three blind cricketers – Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul - from Gujarat about their love for cricket.

Ahead of the five-match T20I series against India, England cricketers Dawid Malan and Sam Billings had a heartfelt interaction with three blind cricketers – Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul - from Gujarat about their love for cricket. The English duo discussed the feeling of stepping into the largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad while also expressing their thoughts on blind cricket. Sharing their experience of interacting with the blind cricketers, Malan and Billings told WION that they were left awestruck by Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul’s passion and love for cricket. The England batsmen acknowledged that cricket is the game for everyone while saying that the passion shown by the blind cricketers, despite all the challenges they face, is a real lesson in how to overcome the most difficult of situations in life. Malan and Billings shared their thoughts after their interaction with the blind cricketers from Gujarat with the video going viral on social media. Dawid Malan told WION: “It was wonderful and very humbling to speak with Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul. Their commitment to the game we all love, despite the challenges they face, is a real lesson in how to accept challenges and overcome them. Our chat also emphasised to me how cricket really is a game for everyone, no matter what circumstances you find yourself in.” Sam Billings told WION: “I think Dinesh and Nikul, two of the players we spoke with, had travelled for five hours just to be on the call with us. Those two, together with Vishnu, the Gujarat captain, were fantastic to speak with and they were even generous enough to give us each a ball used in blind cricket. Dawid and I both agreed we would give it a try when we get the chance, although it seems incredibly difficult, and I think we are both in awe of the skills the players have.” ALSO READ: To officiate in T20 World Cup and Ashes is my next target: Nitin Menon to WION Cricket knows no boundaries! Who needs a hit of cricket chat ahead of 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 first #T20Cricket match with 🇮🇳 tomorrow? See English cricketers @sambillings & @dmalan29 have a chat with ‘unbelievably skilful’ blind cricketers from Gujarat about their love for the sport. #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/5Ni7GGPCcE — UK in India🇬🇧🇮🇳 (@UKinIndia) March 11, 2021 × Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul, in the virtual interaction asked Malan and Billings about their experience of stepping in the Narendra Modi Stadium, their experiences of playing in IPL and India, and what their favourite sport was while growing up. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the players couldn’t meet the blind cricketers in person. But Vishnu, Dinesh and Nikul gifted Malan and Billings the balls used in blind cricket and the English cricketers have agreed to give it a try when they get a chance. ALSO READ: Monty Panesar: Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest athlete ever, to play against him is huge honour This is fantastic - a real shame that COVID prevented the players from interacting face-to-face, but a great experience for the @englandcricket players to hear about how the Indians play blind cricket, & great for them to hear from two international stars... #INDvENG https://t.co/IGS1QUcZl4 — Brian Murgatroyd (@murgersb) March 11, 2021 × England cricket team is in India for a gruelling full-fledged tour. Following the completion of the four-match Test series, the visitors will commence their five-match T20I series against India from Friday (March 12) in Ahmedabad followed by a three-match ODI series starting from March 23 in Pune.

Very humbling experience: Dawid Malan, Sam Billings on interaction with blind cricketers in India

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday confirmed that Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul will start as the openers for Team India in the impending five-match T20I series against England, starting from March 12 in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Addressing a pre-match press conference, Kohli said that Rahul and Rohit have been batting well together in the shortest format of the game. The Indian skipper further said that veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan is the back-up to Rohit and Rahul in case of an injury.&nbsp;

When asked whether there are chances of Dhawan, Rohit and Rahul playing together, Kohli said:&nbsp;“I don't think so.”&nbsp;

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The Indian skipper continued:&nbsp;“It's quite simple, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul have done well for us consistently. Shikhar Dhawan is the back-up, our starting composition will be Rohit and KL for this series.”&nbsp;

Kohli further said that India will look to play more expressive cricket in the shortest format of the game while adding new faces have been added in the squad just to address the issue of sometimes being too cautious.&nbsp;

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“We want to play free&nbsp;cricket,&nbsp;we have explosive batsmen in the team now. That's exactly what we are trying to address. This time around you will see players bat more freely. I see us being much&nbsp;freer&nbsp;with our approach from this series onwards,” Kohli said.&nbsp;

The five-T20I series between&nbsp;India and England is set to start from Friday at the world’s largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad. The four-Test series between the two sides was won by India as they hammered the Joe Root-led outfit 3-1 to continue their home domination.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday confirmed that Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul will start as the openers for Team India in the impending five-match T20I series against England, starting from March 12 in Ahmedabad.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Thursday confirmed that Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul will start as the openers for Team India in the impending five-match T20I series against England, starting from March 12 in Ahmedabad. Addressing a pre-match press conference, Kohli said that Rahul and Rohit have been batting well together in the shortest format of the game. The Indian skipper further said that veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan is the back-up to Rohit and Rahul in case of an injury. When asked whether there are chances of Dhawan, Rohit and Rahul playing together, Kohli said: “I don't think so.” TRENDING: Watch: Out or not-out? Danushka Gunathilaka given out for 'obstructing the field' against West Indies The Indian skipper continued: “It's quite simple, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul have done well for us consistently. Shikhar Dhawan is the back-up, our starting composition will be Rohit and KL for this series.” Kohli further said that India will look to play more expressive cricket in the shortest format of the game while adding new faces have been added in the squad just to address the issue of sometimes being too cautious. ALSO READ: To officiate in T20 World Cup and Ashes is my next target: Nitin Menon to WION “We want to play free cricket, we have explosive batsmen in the team now. That's exactly what we are trying to address. This time around you will see players bat more freely. I see us being much freer with our approach from this series onwards,” Kohli said. The five-T20I series between India and England is set to start from Friday at the world’s largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad. The four-Test series between the two sides was won by India as they hammered the Joe Root-led outfit 3-1 to continue their home domination.

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BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has revealed that he is planning to get a COVID-19 vaccine soon in order to start attending cricket matches and watch the Indian team play in action live against England.&nbsp;

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The former Indian skipper has had some serious health scares in recent months and has undergone angioplasty twice after complaining of chest pain. With COVID-19 still active in the country, it's combination with a heart condition could be risky.&nbsp;

"Fit, absolutely fine, I am back to work for a while now. It was a small blemish. I really don't see it as a scare, as you grow older, adjustments tend to happen. I am very lucky that it was a very small one, it could have been bigger. But they say, you need to address immediately whatever happens. That was the best part of it. Fit and fine, that's the best part of it," Ganguly said.

"I will travel and go for the T20Is. I will go to Ahmedabad for either the 2nd or the 3rd T20I.

After spending a few days in the hospital, Ganguly was barred from travelling, however, the Indian cricket board president is now feeling fit to be on the road once again.

"I could not travel then because I was just two weeks out of the hospital. I was not allowed to take a place. Now it's fine, everything is healthy, I will take the vaccine and then start flying. I am back at work and absolutely fit, to be honest. Absolutely spick and span, medical science is so good these days," Ganguly revealed.

After winning the Test series 3-1, Virat and Co. will lock horns with England for a 5-match T20 series set to kick off on March 12.&nbsp;

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has revealed that he is planning to get a COVID-19 vaccine soon in order to start attending cricket matches and watch the Indian team play in action live against England.

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has revealed that he is planning to get a COVID-19 vaccine soon in order to start attending cricket matches and watch the Indian team play in action live against England. ALSO READ: Sourav Ganguly hails Rishabh Pant as 'game-changer' like MS Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh The former Indian skipper has had some serious health scares in recent months and has undergone angioplasty twice after complaining of chest pain. With COVID-19 still active in the country, it's combination with a heart condition could be risky. "Fit, absolutely fine, I am back to work for a while now. It was a small blemish. I really don't see it as a scare, as you grow older, adjustments tend to happen. I am very lucky that it was a very small one, it could have been bigger. But they say, you need to address immediately whatever happens. That was the best part of it. Fit and fine, that's the best part of it," Ganguly said. "I will travel and go for the T20Is. I will go to Ahmedabad for either the 2nd or the 3rd T20I. After spending a few days in the hospital, Ganguly was barred from travelling, however, the Indian cricket board president is now feeling fit to be on the road once again. "I could not travel then because I was just two weeks out of the hospital. I was not allowed to take a place. Now it's fine, everything is healthy, I will take the vaccine and then start flying. I am back at work and absolutely fit, to be honest. Absolutely spick and span, medical science is so good these days," Ganguly revealed. After winning the Test series 3-1, Virat and Co. will lock horns with England for a 5-match T20 series set to kick off on March 12.

'I will take vaccine and then start flying', Sourav Ganguly to attend India vs England T20 series

The England National Selectors on Thursday named a 16-player squad for the men’s T20I matches in India in March. Jos Buttler returns to the squad after being relieved of his duties for the remainder of the Test series against the Virat Kohli-led side.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The likes of Jofra Archer, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Billings, Sam Curran, Chris Jordan, Ben Stokes all have been named in the England squad while the likes of Jason Roy, Adil Rashid&nbsp;have been included in the team for the shortest format of the game.&nbsp;

The touring party depart on Friday 26 February and will play five IT20s in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

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<h2 lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{9385eea1-e116-4a59-9b6a-afc7bcaaf88c}{246}" paraid="1408838986" xml:lang="EN-GB">England Men’s T20I Squad vs India:&nbsp;</h2>

Eoin Morgan&nbsp;(Middlesex) (captain),&nbsp;Moeen Ali&nbsp;(Worcestershire),&nbsp;Jofra Archer&nbsp;(Sussex),&nbsp;Jonathan Bairstow&nbsp;(Yorkshire),&nbsp;Sam Billings&nbsp;(Kent),&nbsp;Jos Buttler&nbsp;(Lancashire),&nbsp;Sam Curran&nbsp;(Surrey),&nbsp;Tom Curran&nbsp;(Surrey),&nbsp;Chris Jordan&nbsp;(Sussex),&nbsp;Liam Livingstone&nbsp;(Lancashire),&nbsp;Dawid Malan&nbsp;(Yorkshire),&nbsp;Adil Rashid&nbsp;(Yorkshire),&nbsp;Jason Roy&nbsp;(Surrey),&nbsp;Ben Stokes&nbsp;(Durham),&nbsp;Reece Topley&nbsp;(Surrey),&nbsp;Mark Wood&nbsp;(Durham).&nbsp;

Reserves:&nbsp;

Jake Ball&nbsp;(Nottinghamshire),&nbsp;Matt Parkinson&nbsp;(Lancashire).&nbsp;

The squad for the three ODIs that follow the T2I series will be announced in due course.&nbsp;

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<h2 lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{9417555d-e8f8-4aa1-ba2c-0e84d266cdc2}{182}" paraid="514574826" xml:lang="EN-GB">India vs England, T20I series: Full Schedule</h2>

12 March: 1st T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad&nbsp;

14 March: 2nd T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad&nbsp;

16 March: 3rd T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad&nbsp;

18 March: 4th T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad&nbsp;

20 March: 5th T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad&nbsp;

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The England National Selectors on Thursday named a 16-player squad for the men’s T20I matches in India in March. Jos Buttler returns to the squad after being relieved of his duties for the remainder of the Test series against the Virat Kohli-led side.

The England National Selectors on Thursday named a 16-player squad for the men’s T20I matches in India in March. Jos Buttler returns to the squad after being relieved of his duties for the remainder of the Test series against the Virat Kohli-led side. The likes of Jofra Archer, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Billings, Sam Curran, Chris Jordan, Ben Stokes all have been named in the England squad while the likes of Jason Roy, Adil Rashid have been included in the team for the shortest format of the game. The touring party depart on Friday 26 February and will play five IT20s in Ahmedabad. ALSO READ: Anil Kumble and Irfan Pathan back Wasim Jaffer over communal bias controversy England Men’s T20I Squad vs India: Eoin Morgan (Middlesex) (captain), Moeen Ali (Worcestershire), Jofra Archer (Sussex), Jonathan Bairstow (Yorkshire), Sam Billings (Kent), Jos Buttler (Lancashire), Sam Curran (Surrey), Tom Curran (Surrey), Chris Jordan (Sussex), Liam Livingstone (Lancashire), Dawid Malan (Yorkshire), Adil Rashid (Yorkshire), Jason Roy (Surrey), Ben Stokes (Durham), Reece Topley (Surrey), Mark Wood (Durham). Reserves: Jake Ball (Nottinghamshire), Matt Parkinson (Lancashire). The squad for the three ODIs that follow the T2I series will be announced in due course. ALSO READ: IPL: Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar joins Royal Challengers Bangalore as batting consultant India vs England, T20I series: Full Schedule 12 March: 1st T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad 14 March: 2nd T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad 16 March: 3rd T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad 18 March: 4th T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad 20 March: 5th T20I India v England, Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad

England announce squad for T20I series against India as Jos Buttler, Dawid Malan return