Big Comment/ Michael Vaughan hits out at the ECB for denying David Willey a central contract with a quirky post

In an ongoing display of struggles, England suffered yet ar demoralizing defeat in ODI World Cup 2023, this time at hands of India, who emerged victorious by a substantial 100-run margin at Ekana Stadium in Luckw on Sunday. reigning champions, England, are enduring a challenging campaign in this World Cup, currently languishing at bottom of points table. This predicament has been exacerbated by a surprising development midway through tournament, as England Cricket Board (ECB) unveiled its central contract list with one table omission – David Willey, who is actively participating in ongoing World Cup.

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Michael Vaughan takes a hilarious jibe at ECB

During India vs England clash, David Willey achieved a table feat by dismissing former India captain Virat Kohli for a duck, a moment that did t escape tice of former England skipper Michael Vaughan. Taking to social media, Vaughan humorously commented on Willey's situation, quipping, "Does getting Virat Kohli out for a duck automatically get David Willey an England central contract...!!!"

England's ongoing struggles in ODI World Cup, combined with intriguing contract development, have only added to drama and intrigue surrounding this highly competitive tournament. England have lost four matches in a row and ir World Cup campaign is in shambles. It is highly unlikely that England will make it to top four of tournament given ir position in points table.

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India vs England

England won toss and elected to field at Ekana Stadium in Luckw. Batting first, India lost a few early wickets but Rohit Sharma and Kl Rahul steadied ship with a 91-run partnership. After dismissal of KL Rahul, Rohit scored some runs along with Suryakumar Yadav in ar partnership. While KL Rahul scored 39 off 58 balls, Rohit smashed 87 off 101 balls. Suryakumar Yadav contributed with 49 off 47 balls. India finished with a total of 299/9 in 50 overs.

India bowlers were on fire from beginning with Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami producing a brilliant opening spell. Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja contributed in middle overs to help England dismiss for 129. India won match by 100 runs. Rohit was named player of match for his brilliant innings.