India narrowly defeat Japan by two runs in historic T20I after tense finish
Axar Patel held Japan to 30/3 in five overs as India survived a tense chase after being restricted to 32/4.
- On Tuesday, India narrowly defeated Japan by two runs in a rain-affected five-over T20I match in Sano, avoiding a historic cricket upset after finishing on 32/4.
- Japanese spinners stifled India's explosive batting lineup, with Charlie Hara-Hinze claiming two wickets for 17 runs as captain Shreyas Iyer top-scored with 16 off 12 balls.
- Chasing 33 runs, Japan stayed competitive throughout their innings, finishing on 30/3 after Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming scored 12 runs before Washington Sundar dismissed him.
- Late drama unfolded in the final over when an umpire reversed a wide signal against India, allowing all-rounder Axar Patel to defend eight runs for victory.
- India used this fixture to prepare for the Asian Games title defense, beginning their campaign at the quarter-final stage on Monday, September 28 at Korogi Sports Park.
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