Introduction to India National Cricket Team vs England Cricket Team Match Scorecard
The cricketing rivalry between India and England is one of the most storied and enduring in the history of the sport. Dating back to the early 20th century, matches between these two teams have always carried a sense of anticipation and excitement. Both nations have rich cricketing traditions, with India emerging as a dominant force in world cricket over the past few decades, while England continues to be known for its competitive spirit and tactical adaptability.
Matches between India and England are often played across various formats — Test, One Day International (ODI), and Twenty20 International (T20I) — each bringing its own flavor of excitement. Whether it’s the grueling five-match Test series or high-octane limited-overs contests, fans from both countries eagerly await every encounter.
One such memorable match took place on October 15, 2023, during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India. This article provides a detailed account of that match, including a comprehensive scorecard, player performances, key moments, and post-match reactions.
Table of Contents
Match Overview
Date & Venue
- Date: October 15, 2023
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India
- Match Type: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 – Group Stage
- Toss: England won the toss and elected to bat first
Teams
India National Cricket Team
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Suryakumar Yadav
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Shardul Thakur
- Mohammed Shami
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Yuzvendra Chahal
England Cricket Team
- Jos Buttler (c)
- Jason Roy
- Dawid Malan
- Joe Root
- Jonny Bairstow
- Moeen Ali
- Liam Livingstone
- Chris Woakes
- Mark Wood
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
Scorecard: India vs England – Full Match Details
Below is the complete scorecard of the match played between India and England in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
England Innings (Batting First)
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate | How Out | Partnerships |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Roy | 48 | 67 | 5 | 1 | 71.64 | c Gill b Bumrah | 42 (54) |
| Jos Buttler (c) | 102* | 97 | 9 | 4 | 105.15 | Not Out | 117 (104) |
| Dawid Malan | 20 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 76.92 | c Jadeja b Shami | 20 (33) |
| Joe Root | 15 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 65.22 | lbw b Chahal | 14 (23) |
| Jonny Bairstow | 32 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 106.67 | c Kohli b Bumrah | 47 (41) |
| Moeen Ali | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | c Jadeja b Chahal | 4 (5) |
| Liam Livingstone | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | lbw b Bumrah | 0 (1) |
| Chris Woakes | 12 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 | c Jadeja b Shami | 13 (12) |
| Mark Wood | 8 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 72.73 | c & b Bumrah | 10 (10) |
| Jofra Archer | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | Did not bat | – |
| Adil Rashid | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | Did not bat | – |
Extras (b 1, lb 10, w 10, nb 1) – 22
Total (in 50 overs): 312/9
Fall of Wickets:
- 42 (Jason Roy, 10.4 ov)
- 159 (Jos Buttler, 31.4 ov)
- 179 (Dawid Malan, 37.3 ov)
- 193 (Joe Root, 40.4 ov)
- 240 (Jonny Bairstow, 45.2 ov)
- 244 (Moeen Ali, 46.3 ov)
- 244 (Liam Livingstone, 47.1 ov)
- 257 (Chris Woakes, 48.5 ov)
- 267 (Mark Wood, 49.5 ov)
Bowling Figures:
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 10 | 1 | 58 | 4 | 5.80 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 10 | 0 | 52 | 2 | 5.20 |
| Mohammed Shami | 10 | 0 | 59 | 2 | 5.90 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 10 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 4.30 |
| Shardul Thakur | 10 | 0 | 55 | 0 | 5.50 |
India Innings (Chasing Target)
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate | How Out | Partnerships |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (c) | 35 | 42 | 4 | 1 | 83.33 | c Malan b Wood | 42 (49) |
| Shubman Gill | 89 | 96 | 10 | 2 | 92.71 | lbw b Rashid | 117 (104) |
| Virat Kohli | 97 | 103 | 7 | 2 | 94.17 | c Livingstone b Archer | 160 (128) |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 34 | 26 | 5 | 1 | 130.77 | c Bairstow b Wood | 64 (33) |
| KL Rahul (wk) | 18 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 78.26 | c Buttler b Rashid | 37 (29) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 55.56 | c Root b Moeen Ali | 13 (12) |
| Shardul Thakur | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 | c Livingstone b Moeen Ali | 2 (2) |
| Mohammed Shami | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | Not out | – |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | Not out | – |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | Did not bat | – |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | Did not bat | – |
Extras (b 2, lb 5, w 7, nb 1) – 15
Total (in 49.4 overs): 311/7
Fall of Wickets:
- 42 (Rohit Sharma, 9.1 ov)
- 159 (Shubman Gill, 24.5 ov)
- 223 (Virat Kohli, 34.3 ov)
- 260 (Suryakumar Yadav, 39.6 ov)
- 273 (KL Rahul, 42.5 ov)
- 286 (Ravindra Jadeja, 45.2 ov)
- 288 (Shardul Thakur, 46.3 ov)
Bowling Figures:
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Wood | 10 | 0 | 56 | 2 | 5.60 |
| Jofra Archer | 10 | 0 | 61 | 1 | 6.10 |
| Adil Rashid | 10 | 0 | 48 | 2 | 4.80 |
| Moeen Ali | 10 | 0 | 43 | 2 | 4.30 |
| Chris Woakes | 9.4 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 5.00 |
| Liam Livingstone | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
Key Moments from the Match
England’s Strong Start
After winning the toss and opting to bat, England got off to a cautious start. Jason Roy and Jos Buttler added 42 runs for the opening wicket before Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Roy. From there, Buttler anchored the innings brilliantly, scoring an unbeaten 102 off 97 balls, laced with nine fours and four sixes.
Despite losing a few wickets in the middle overs, England managed to accelerate towards the end thanks to valuable contributions from Jonny Bairstow (32) and Chris Woakes (12). A total of 312/9 was set on the board, giving England a fighting chance.
India’s Chase Gets Off to a Flying Start
India began their chase aggressively, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill adding 42 runs in quick time. However, once Rohit fell to Mark Wood, Gill took charge and scored a patient yet powerful 89 off 96 balls. He stitched a crucial 117-run partnership with Virat Kohli, who continued his dream run in the tournament with a brilliant 97 off 103 deliveries.
As the pressure mounted, Suryakumar Yadav provided a late flourish with a quickfire 34 off 26 balls. But after his dismissal, the lower order failed to take India over the line, falling short by just 1 run in a thrilling finish.
Post-Match Reactions
From the England Camp
Jos Buttler (England Captain):
“It was a fantastic team effort. The bowlers stuck to the plans well, especially in the death overs. We knew it was going to be a tough chase, but we believed in our ability. It’s a special win.”
Jasprit Bumrah (Man of the Match):
“Happy to contribute with the ball. I tried to keep things tight and pick up regular wickets. It was a great team performance.”
From the India Camp
Rohit Sharma (India Captain):
“We gave it our best shot, but credit to England for bowling well under pressure. A couple of partnerships went a long way, and we just came up short. We’ll learn from this and come back stronger.”
Virat Kohli:
“It was a very close game. We had chances, but couldn’t get over the line. Disappointed, but proud of how the team fought till the end.”
Statistical Highlights
- Highest Individual Score: Jos Buttler (102*) for England
- Best Bowling Figures: Jasprit Bumrah (4/58) for India
- Highest Partnership: 117 runs between Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli (India)
- Run Rate: England – 6.24, India – 6.24
- Boundary Count: England – 17 fours, 5 sixes; India – 28 fours, 5 sixes
- Player of the Match: Jasprit Bumrah
Conclusion
The India vs England clash in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 was a classic example of high-pressure, high-quality cricket. With both teams delivering stellar performances, the match kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final ball. England emerged victorious by a slender margin of 1 run, continuing their strong form in the tournament.
For India, despite the loss, the individual brilliance of players like Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli gave hope for future encounters. Matches like these reaffirm why the India-England rivalry remains one of the most exciting in world cricket.
As fans look forward to more contests between these two giants, the memories of this thrilling encounter will remain etched in the minds of cricket lovers for years to come.
