England loses Salt and Buttler in first over of T20 against India
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:59 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
In the second T20 international at Old Trafford on July 4, 2026, England's run chase got off to a nightmarish start. Arshdeep Singh dismissed openers Phil Salt and Jos Buttler in the opening over, leaving England at 1-2 while chasing a target of 191 runs. The early loss puts pressure on the English batting lineup as they strive to turn the game around and level the series. India's strong bowling performance has set the tone for the match as it progresses.
- •England is chasing 191 runs to win the second T20 international.
- •Phil Salt and Jos Buttler were dismissed by Arshdeep Singh in the first over.
- •England currently sits at 1-2 in their innings.
- 3:59 PMBBC Sport — 'Perfect start for India!' - England lose Salt and Buttler in first over
"England's run chase gets off to a dreadful start, as they lose openers Phil Salt and Jos Buttler in the opening over from Arshdeep Singh, as England fall to 1-2, chasing 191 to win the second T20 international at Old Trafford.
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