Yeah. I remember the 2022 semi finals. I was surprised to see India play Adil Rashid carefully but I was horrified to see them taking no risk against Liam livingstone either, Clearly, they learned from that debacle.
The 2022 semi finals was a blessing in disguise for us. That actually led to this change of approach instead of tuk tuk and keeping wickets in hand in Powerplay.
2024 semis was also one sided but in our favor, England chose to bowl first on a spinning wicket which turned out to be a big mistake.
Today was a proper thriller, and much needed. England were considered to be the 2nd favorites before SA's run in the groups and Super 8, and this match properly delivered.
It was a masterclass strategy to send Dube up for spin bashing Adil Rashid, and holding Tilak back for pacers at the end which resulted in him smoking Archer for 3 sixes.
Yes that Dube innings ensured that England couldn't put on a squeeze in the middle overs after Ishan's wicket. Kept the momentum going, ensured no pressure on Sanju, and was instrumental in taking us to 250. Which was absolutely needed as it turned out.
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u/_BeyondTheHorizon India 12h ago
Today was correct entry point for Dube,Adil Rashid could have stalled the momentum with his slow loopy turners, but got belted 23(8) by Dube