India Thrashes England by 150 Runs in Final T20I, Clinches Series 4-1
India wrapped up their T20I series against England in spectacular fashion, securing a commanding 150-run victory in Mumbai. The win sealed a dominant 4-1 series result, leaving England with much to ponder ahead of the upcoming ODI matches.
Abhishek Sharma’s Record-Breaking Innings
The standout performance of the match came from young Indian batter Abhishek Sharma, who delivered a breathtaking knock of 135 runs off just 54 balls. His innings, filled with powerful strokes and 12 towering sixes, was instrumental in pushing India to a massive total of 247/9 in 20 overs. Sharma’s explosive batting display left England’s bowlers struggling for answers, as he reached his century in just 37 balls—a record-breaking feat.
Other Indian batters provided valuable contributions, with Tilak Varma adding 24 runs and Shivam Dube chipping in with 30. Despite some late wickets, India’s total proved insurmountable for England.
England’s Struggles with the Bat
Chasing 248, England adopted an aggressive approach but quickly found themselves in deep trouble. The visitors lost wickets in quick succession, unable to counter India’s disciplined bowling attack. Phil Salt’s rapid 55 off 21 balls offered a brief glimmer of hope, but once he departed, the English innings crumbled.
Key wickets fell in quick succession, with Jos Buttler (7), Ben Duckett (0), and Harry Brook (2) unable to anchor the chase. India’s bowlers, led by Mohammed Shami and Abhishek Sharma, dismantled the batting lineup, restricting England to just 97 all out in 10.3 overs.
India’s Clinical Bowling Display
Shami and Sharma played pivotal roles with the ball, each picking up crucial wickets. Shivam Dube also made an impact, dismissing key English batters at crucial moments. England’s lower order collapsed under pressure, with only a few runs added in the latter stages before the innings ended abruptly.
Series Recap and ODI Outlook
With this emphatic victory, India capped off a dominant T20I series, showcasing both batting brilliance and bowling discipline. England, on the other hand, will have to regroup quickly as they prepare for the ODI leg of the tour, set to begin on Thursday.
India’s performance in this match not only highlighted their T20 prowess but also sent a strong message ahead of the ODI series. Can England bounce back, or will India continue their dominance? The upcoming matches will reveal all.