Summary
England is preparing to face India in a T20 World Cup semi-final match in Mumbai. Key players like Will Jacks and Jofra Archer are highlighted as important for England's chances. Despite England's five-match winning streak, they face a strong Indian team on its home ground.
Key Facts
- England will play India at 13:30 GMT on Thursday in a T20 World Cup semi-final.
- The match commentary will be available on BBC Sounds, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, and the BBC Sport website and app.
- England's player Will Jacks has been one of the standout performers in the tournament, winning multiple player of the match awards.
- Jacks is currently one of the top run-scorers in the tournament from the non-top-four positions.
- Jofra Archer is crucial for taking early wickets against India, having taken many wickets in the opening overs (powerplay).
- England's opening batsmen, Phil Salt and Jos Buttler, have struggled, with their partnership averaging 12 runs.
- India's middle order includes strong all-rounders like Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel.
- Despite England's struggles, they hope to leverage their recent winning momentum against India.
