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Indiaunder the direction of Suryakumar Yadavwill host England in a five-match T20I series starting on January 12. This is the fifth bilateral T20I series between the two nations in India, with the hosts winning the last two encounters at home.
Known for his innovative batting, Suryakumar enters the series with a stellar captaincy record of nine wins from ten matches, further bolstering India’s confidence as the reigning T20I champions. England, semi-finalists in the T20 World Cup 2024have been in impressive form since then, recording a 3-0 win over the West Indies and a competitive 1-1 draw against Australia. The visitors will aim to test India’s dominance and build on their recent success to challenge the hosts in what promises to be an enthralling series.
Explosive batting power on both sides
Over the years, India and England have fought thrilling T20I battles characterized by high-scoring games and spectacular individual performances. Both teams are loaded with aggressive hitters who excel at hitting power and chases. England’s fearless approach with the bat contrasts with India’s calculated aggression, setting the stage for big partnerships and high totals.
With explosive batters like Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone, Suryakumar Yadav i Hardik Pandya in the mix, fans can look forward to a series full of impressive hitting games and nail-biting finishes. The upcoming contests not only promise entertaining cricket but also underline the high standards and competitiveness of both teams in the T20 format.
Top 5 Individuals of India vs England T20I Series
5. Jos Buttler’s match-winning 83 holds England to victory
In England’s third T20I tour of India on 16 March 2021, Jos Buttler showed his brilliance with an unbeaten 83 off 52 balls, guiding England to an emphatic 8-run win in Ahmedabad. Chasing 157, Buttler showed remarkable composure and calculated aggression, hitting 5 boundaries and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 159.61.
Opening the innings, Buttler set the tone with precise timing and fearless hitting against a challenging Indian attack. His partnership with Dawid Malan (18) balanced the chase, and his unbroken 77-run stand with Jonny Bairstow (40* off 28) ensured England reached the target comfortably with 10 balls to spare.
4. Alex Hales’ unbeaten 86 takes England to a commanding victory
In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-final against India on 10 November 2022, Alex Hales played an extraordinary knock, smashing an unbeaten 86 off just 47 balls to power England to a stunning 10-wicket win in Adelaide. Chasing 169, Hales dominated the Indian bowling attack, hitting 4 boundaries and 7 massive sixes at a strike rate of 182.97. Their aggressive intent from the outset set the tone, nullifying any pressure in the high-stakes encounter.
Hales formed an unbroken opening stand of 170 runs with Buttler (80 not out from 49), a partnership marked by clean hitting and an impeccable awareness of the game. Together, they dismantled India’s bowling unit, ending the chase in just 16 overs and securing England’s place in the final.
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3. Rohit Sharma’s unbeaten century propels India to victory
In the third T20I at Bristol on July 8, 2018, Rohit Sharma delivered a batting masterclass, smashing an unbeaten 100 off just 56 balls to guide India to a commanding 7-wicket win over England. Chasing a challenging target of 199, Rohit’s knock, punctuated by 11 boundaries and 5 sixes, was a display of effortless timing and calculated aggression. Opening the innings, he anchored the chase brilliantly, pitching perfectly and ensuring India stayed ahead of the required pace.
Rohit found support from Virat Kohli (43 off 29) and Pandya, whose quickfire 33 not out from 14 balls sealed victory with 8 balls to spare. England had previously posted a 198/9 competition, thanks to Jason Roy‘s 67 and late cameos David Willey i Chris Jordan. However, India’s bowling, led by Pandya (4/38), ensured that the total remained within reach.
2. KL Rahul’s stunning century takes India to victory
KL Rahul delivered a batting masterclass, anchoring India’s chase with a sublime unbeaten 101 off just 54 balls in the first T20I in Manchester. His knock, laced with 10 boundaries and 5 towering sixes, showed his elegance and accuracy under pressure. Coming in to chase 160, Rahul started cautiously but quickly switched gears, dominating England’s bowlers with effortless strokes. He formed crucial partnerships, including a quick opening stand with Rohit (32), which set the tone for India’s chase. Rahul’s ability to rotate the strike and find the boundary at will ensured that India comfortably crossed the target in 18.2 overs, sealing an 8-wicket victory and earning him plaudits for his match-winning performance.
1. Suryakumar Yadav’s only battle ends in vain despite spectacular century
Suryakumar played an extraordinary knock of 117 off just 55 deliveries in the third T20I in Nottingham, but India fell short by 17 runs in their chase of England’s formidable 215/7. Yadav’s dazzling innings featured 14 boundaries and 6 towering sixes, underlining his ability to dominate bowlers all over the park. Despite his heroics, India’s innings struggled for momentum as no other batsman managed to cross the 30-run mark.
England’s innings earlier was anchored by Malan, who smashed 77 off 39 balls, with key cameos from Livingstone and Moeen Ali reinforcing the whole. In pursuit, Jordan and Reece Topley given to death, which contained India in 198/9. While Suryakumar’s knock was a testament to his brilliance, England’s collective effort ensured a consolation victory in the series finale.
