Liam Livingstone's Heroics Lead England to T20 Victory Over Australia
Liam Livingstone scored an impressive 87 from 47 balls, helping England secure a three-wicket victory over Australia in Cardiff, leveling the T20 series 1-1. Despite setbacks, Livingstone's partnership with Jacob Bethell guided England to the brink of victory, ultimately winning with six balls remaining.
Liam Livingstone delivered a sensational performance, scoring 87 off 47 balls, as England clinched a three-wicket win over Australia at Cardiff's Sophia Gardens, leveling their three-match T20 series at 1-1.
Australia had set a challenging target of 194, bolstered by Jake Fraser-McGurk's first international half-century. England faced early setbacks, but Livingstone's steadying partnership with Jacob Bethell (44 off 24) shifted the momentum.
The nail-biting match saw Livingstone take England to within a run of victory before he was caught, leaving Adil Rashid to seal the win. This victory sets up a thrilling series decider at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Sunday.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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