Tilak Varma may make history in the first T20I against England. The 22-year-old could achieve three consecutive centuries. The series is important for India. Key veterans have stepped away, so emerging players like Tilak Varma must deliver. India's bowling will be led by Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh. England's lineup includes Jofra Archer and Mark Wood.
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