Despite a brilliant knock of 72 from 52 balls by England captain Harry Brook which helped the hosts reach a respectable total of 309 runs in 50 overs, they went down against their arch-rivals Australia as the reigning world champions won the match by 49 runs (D/L method) to clinch the series 3-2.
During Australia’s run chase, there were serious chances of rain early in their innings and they somehow needed to cross the par score within 20 overs to remain in an advantageous position in case of a rain interruption.
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England tried their best to delay proceedings, however, the Aussies, managed to post a total of 165 runs in 20.4 overs which allowed them to eventually clinch the match as well as the series.
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Fans point out England’s hypocrisy as they remind them of ‘Spirit of Cricket’
Fan were quick to point out the English stars’ tricks on the pitch as they slammed the players for now following ‘Spirit of Cricket’.
Several former English cricketers like Michael Vaughan have passionately spoken about the ‘Spirit of Cricket’ and have urged nations including India and Australia to abide by those unwritten laws.
For all the talk about Spirit of Cricket from England, Potts stops mid-over, removes his shoes and socks, and asks for a new one. It couldn’t be a more obvious way to delay — it’s so ludicrous. #ENGvAUS
— Rudransh Khurana (@rudraaaansh) September 29, 2024
It’s going to rain soon, and England are delaying reaching 20 overs so the match doesn’t have a result. It’s pretty petty but it’s hilarious.
Cricket is ridiculous at times 😂
— A/S 😷 (@slicesofIife) September 29, 2024
Absolutely disgraceful of England to try and delay for a no-result in a tied series on home soil. Brooks and all should hang their head in shame. No respect for fans or cricket. Worst bowling display for a long time.
— Whisk(e)yDave (@DaveJS76) September 29, 2024
With the result guaranteed now, need Inglis to delay proceedings with a change of bat’s now. Would teach England a lesson
— Hazza (@AzzurriLFC) September 29, 2024
They tried their best to delay the game. Luckily, 20 overs has been played and we are ahead.
Delaying backfired poms.#ENGvAUS #ENGvsAUS pic.twitter.com/B6w67WMrba
— 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 🦘🇦🇺 (@AdvocateMessi) September 29, 2024
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