Arshdeep Singh Sends RCB’s Phil Salt Back for Duck in IND vs ENG 1st T20I

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The much-awaited 1st T20I between India and England at Eden Gardens has seen some exciting cricket action so far. After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, India’s pacer Arshdeep Singh made an early breakthrough, sending England’s explosive batter, Philip Salt, back to the pavilion for a duck.

Arshdeep Singh started the 1st over, looking to make an early impact. On the third ball of his over, he delivered a short delivery that surprised Salt. The ball seamed off the deck, and Salt, who seemed caught off guard, tried to work it away but ended up getting a leading edge. The ball sailed towards the keeper, Sanju Samson, who made no mistake and completed the catch with ease. Salt’s dismissal for a duck left him without troubling the scorers, as he was sent packing on just the third ball he faced.

Phil Salt has struggled in recent matches, including his stint in the ILT20, where he failed to find consistent form. His struggles continued in the first T20I as he could not make an impact for England in the early stages of the game.

RCB bought Phil Salt because of his great 2024 season with KKR, where he scored 435 runs at an impressive strike rate of 182. RCB wanted to strengthen their top order with a batter capable of scoring quickly. Salt is also being considered as a potential captaincy candidate for RCB, and his partnership with Virat Kohli, who has been with the team since 2008, is expected to bring a dynamic opening combination.

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