In the third T20 match, India secured a victory over England, just a day following their defeat in the second T20.
Third T20 international, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
England 126 (20 overs): Knight 52 (42); Patil 3-19, Ishaque 3-22
India 127-5 (19 overs): Mandhana 48 (48); Kemp 2-24, Ecclestone 2-43
India triumphs by five wickets; England clinches series 2-1
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England’s aspirations for a comprehensive series victory were dashed when they were overcome by India in the concluding T20 match in Mumbai, resulting in a five-wicket loss.
Smriti Mandhana was the standout performer with 48 runs, propelling India to chase down a target of 127 with an over remaining at Wankhede Stadium.
England’s innings was bolstered by captain Heather Knight’s impressive half-century, which led them to a total of 126 after a shaky start that saw them at 76-8.
Indian bowlers Shreyanka Patil and Saiqa Ishaque shone, each claiming three wickets.
Despite the defeat, England secured the T20 series 2-1, marking their sixth consecutive series win against India in this format.
The teams are set to engage in a singular four-day Test starting Thursday at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Mumbai.
England Reflects on Missed Opportunities
England, despite clinching the series, has several aspects to reassess, particularly their batting, which saw four players dismissed for first-ball ducks.
Absenteeism of Nat Sciver-Brunt, along with three others rested and Sarah Glenn’s thumb injury, exposed vulnerabilities in England’s top order.
Captain Knight may attribute the team’s performance to its relatively inexperienced lineup, with opportunities given to younger players like Bess Heath, Danielle Gibson, and 17-year-old Mahika Gaur.
Replacing Sciver-Brunt, Maia Bouchier was bowled by Renuka Singh Thakur for a first-ball duck early in the match.
Sophia Dunkley showed promise but was dismissed for 11, followed by Alice Capsey’s departure leaving England at a precarious 26-3.
Knight and Amy Jones brought stability, but Jones’ exit for 25 led to a quick downfall, with England losing five wickets for just nine runs.
Knight stood out, playing a more direct game, and scored a majority of her runs through the mid-wicket area.
Knight’s effort, which included three fours and three sixes, culminated in a 52-run score before she was dismissed off the second-to-last ball.
India’s response began shakily with Shafali Verma’s early dismissal, but Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues’s partnership of 57 runs for the second wicket steadied the innings.
Rodrigues fell to Charlie Dean for 29, but Mandhana drove India close to victory before being caught by Dunkley off Ecclestone’s bowling.
Amanjot Kaur’s brief but impactful 10-not-out, featuring two fours in just four balls, clinched the win for India.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about India England T20 Series
Who won the third T20 match between India and England?
India clinched a victory in the third T20 match against England, winning by five wickets at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
What was England’s final score in the third T20?
England scored 126 runs in their 20 overs, with captain Heather Knight contributing 52 runs off 42 balls.
How did Smriti Mandhana perform in the match?
Smriti Mandhana top-scored for India with 48 runs from 48 balls, playing a crucial role in India’s successful chase of 127 runs.
What was the final series result between India and England?
Despite losing the third T20, England won the series 2-1, marking their sixth consecutive series victory over India in the T20 format.
Who were the standout bowlers in the third T20 match?
Shreyanka Patil and Saiqa Ishaque were the standout bowlers for India, each taking three wickets against England.
What is the next scheduled match between India and England?
Following the T20 series, a one-off four-day Test match is scheduled to start on Thursday at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Mumbai.
More about India England T20 Series
- Wankhede Stadium T20 Match Details
- India vs England Series Overview
- Heather Knight’s Performance in T20
- Smriti Mandhana’s Cricket Career
- T20 Women’s Cricket Series Records
- DY Patil Sports Academy Upcoming Matches
5 comments
patil and Ishaque were on fire with those wickets! England’s batting looked a bit shaky without Sciver-Brunt, that made a big diffrence.
Heather Knight’s 52 was class, but the rest of the team needs to step up. Can’t rely on just the captain, right?
great game at wankhede! always electric atmosphere, wish i could’ve been there to see india’s comeback win.
Impressive to see the young talent on display, Heath, Gibson, and Gaur are ones to watch in the future for England.
Wow, England really had a shot at a clean sweep, tough luck there! India showed some real grit, especially Mandhana, she’s a star for sure.