A strange incident in the ongoing bilateral series between India vs England. The toss of the fifth and final T20 match of the series could not be held on time as the Indian cricket team could not reach the venue on time.
Why did the team reach the field late? The reason is interesting. According to reports received from Southampton, the Indian cricket team was running late due to heavy traffic on the road.
Toss delayed for India vs England 5th T20I in Southampton
The coin toss was scheduled to go off at 6.30 pm Indian Standard Time. Since the spectators reached the venue, which is the Ageas Bowl, late, the timing of the toss is being pushed forward, and the match is also expected to start later than scheduled.
While commentating for Sky Sports Cricket, former cricketer turned commentator Simon Doull explained why only the England cricket team was on the field to prepare for the match. Dole said in a slightly animated voice that Team India was stuck in traffic.
“An update for you on the men’s match this afternoon southampton. Some shots of England warming up the bowling in Southampton, but you No sign of India will be visible. They are stuck in traffic; The start has been delayed, so If you’re thinking of heading over to watch it, stick with us right here,” Simon Doull said of the match delay.
Start of England vs India 5th IT20 delayed as Indian team stuck in traffic pic.twitter.com/RCc3dC4R6n
– Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) July 11, 2026
England has already clinched the 5-match T20I series
The fifth and final match of the series has been a waste on paper as the home team has already won the competition after winning three consecutive matches after a rain-washed match in Durham. If England claim another win, the series will end with a score of 4–0. Before taking on the Three Lions, the Men in Blue were up against Ireland in Belfast, where they suffered another T20I series defeat; Back-to-back T20I series losses to the winner of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
