Tilak Varma has played a lone hand by shepherding India across the finish line against England with an unbeaten 72 off 55 balls in the second Twenty20 in Chennai.

Tilak Varma's brilliant 72 not out guided India to a thrilling two-wicket victory over England on Saturday, handing the hosts a 2-0 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International series.

"I feel India has got a huge superstar, and he can become an all-format player. It's not that he is only a T20 player. Considering the maturity he showed today (India vs. England 2nd T20I), he has the ability to be a match-winner for India for many years. So I feel he should be backed in every format," said Rayudu.

Tilak Varma's unbeaten 72 guided India to a tense two-wicket win over England in the second T20I, giving the hosts a 2-0 lead in the five-match series

Middle-order batter Tilak Varma's "mature" unbeaten 72 was the difference between India and England in the second T20I in Chennai, reckoned visitors' pace bowling all-rounder Brydon Carse

Indian batter Tilak Varma established a new world record on Saturday during his sensational knock of 72* during a tense run-chase against England at Chennai, continuing his incredible run in T20Is since his return from injury last year.

Tilak Varma showed maturity beyond his age to steer India to a crucial win in the second T20I of the series against England.

Tilak Varma's stellar knock of 72 off 55 balls in Chennai not only led India to a thrilling win against England in the second T20I but also highlighted his growth as a cricketer. The young batter showcased remarkable composure as he anchored the chase of 166,