In the first match of the three-match T20 series between England and Australia, the Australia cricket team has suffered a two-run close defeat against England, England batting first, scoring 162 runs in 7 overs losing 20 overs. Chasing a target of 163 runs, the Australian team could only manage 160 runs in the scheduled overs. David Malan and wicketkeeper batsman Jos Buttler played a blistering innings for England in this match. Butler, who open for the team, fiercely attacked Australian bowler Ashton Agar.