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Explosive England batter, Liam Livingstone was at his absolute best in the second T20I between England and Australia at Cardiff. He smashed match-winning 87 runs off just 47 deliveries as England thumped Australia in the second T20I.
Australia scored 193 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their 20 overs in the first innings. Matthew Short scored 28 runs off 24 balls, while Travis Head amassed 31 runs off 14 balls. Jake Fraser-McGurk found form with a stunning 50-run knock off 31 deliveries.
In reply, England chased down the target in just 19 overs. Phil Salt provided a handy start with his 39-run knock off 23 balls. England were in some trouble at 79 for 3 in 8.2 overs. Jacob Bethell then joined hands with Liam Livingstone and led the team’s recovery.
Livingstone wreaked havoc with the ball as he smashed Australia to all parts of the ground. Jacob Bethell also showed a glimpse of his talent, especially when took on Adam Zampa. Bethell played an impactful knock of 44 off 24 balls, including four fours and three sixes.
Livingstone, on the other hand, was brutal as he smashed 6 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of 185.11. He played a sensational match-winning knock of 87 off just 47 deliveries. However, he couldn’t take the team home as he got out when the scores were level.
Phil Salt heaps praise on Liam Livingstone after the win
Liam Livingstone’s 87 off 44 steer England home in 2nd T20I against Australia (Image Credits X)
England captain, Phil Salt was elated after the win. He praised Liam Livingstone and stated that all of the players know the quality that Livingstone possesses.
“Was an incredible performance. We knew what Liam is capable of. I knew we had to play well. Those partnerships in the middle were vital. We know how good they are at the top. We need to find a few answers. Bethell is a real talent. Not too many can take down Zampa. Definitely Liam has played a lot of cricket. He has more than 100 runs and 5 wickets in this series already. I am enjoying it. Best place to see the game from is behind the wickets. Keeping the series alive is a good incentive for us to go into the final game,” Salt said.
With that win, the series is now levelled at 1-1 with one more game to play. The third and final T20I is scheduled to take place on Sunday at Emirates Old Trafford ground in Manchester.
