[IND vs ENG] Wasim Jaffer Trolls Michael Vaughan After England’s Loss Vs India

India stunned the cricket world by defeating England, the reigning champions, by a large 100-run margin in a thrilling match at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium. The interesting Twitter conversation between former India batsman Wasim Jaffer and former England captain Michael Vaughan, however, elevated this match beyond the ordinary.

Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan had a lighthearted conversation on a widely used social networking site after England’s defeat over India. Jaffer tweeted, “Cheer up @MichaelVaughan I think England can still qualify… For Champions Trophy 2025 by finishing in top 7 #INDvENG #CWC2023.”  Recognising the difficulty England confronts, Vaughan said, “That looks a long way off at this stage Wasim.”

One must first know the ICC’s decision about qualifying for the Champions Trophy 2025 in order to fully appreciate the relevance of this banter. As per the most recent criteria, the World Cup 2023 group stage would determine which seven nations, including the host country, Pakistan, would qualify for the renowned event.

England, the reigning world champions, are in a risky position because of this regulation. They have a difficult challenge ahead of them to guarantee their status in the Champions Trophy since they are currently at the bottom of the points standings.

The more competitive the tournament becomes, the harder it will be for England to win the World Cup in 2023. On November 4, they will play Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Then, they will play the Netherlands and Pakistan. With a net run rate of -1.652 and just two points from their first six games, they have a difficult road ahead of them.

Conversely, India’s triumph against England has elevated them to the top of the World Cup 2023 points standings. With a net run rate of +1.405 and 12 points, the Men in Blue have guaranteed their spot in the semi-final of the tournament. They would become a formidable team if they won their subsequent game and advanced to the following round.