England have hope, just.
That sound? A huge sigh of relief being breathed in unison by England’s players, coaches and supporters. Aaaaah. They got over the line today thanks to a much tighter performance in all three disciplines. Heather Knight played a captain’s knock to see them home after a shaky start, she was there at the end to make sure the points went into the bag.
They still have plenty to do but it isn’t inconceivable England can go on a bit of a run to secure a slot in the semi-final. They’ll have to overcome New Zealand, Bangladesh and Pakistan to stay alive in the tournament. The fact they made quick work of that pesky run chase today will stand them in good stead with the number crunchers if it comes down to that at some point too.
India were below par today, England bowled well but you don’t win many games when skittled for 134. They never got going with the bat and Ecclestone and Dean were simply too good.
That’s me handing in my OBO badge and gun for the day, thanks on behalf of Tanya and myself for joining us for England’s first win for five long months. We’ll be back to bring you the next game in a couple of days time. We’ll see if England’s World Cup wagon can keep on rollin’.
Until then, goodbye!
No wonder Heather Knight was feeling relieved:
Englands first win in 5 months 😅 floodgates 👊👊
— Isa Guha (@isaguha) March 16, 2022
