‘Unbeaten’ Tilak Varma sets new record during India’s thrilling win over England in 2nd T20i

India registered a thrilling two-wicket win England In the second T20i of the five-match series at the Ma Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, thanks to an unbeaten and record knock Tilak for sure. His exceptional innings not only took India to a 2-0 lead in the five-match series but also earned him a unique place in T20I history.

Chasing a target of 166, India faced consistent setbacks as in England Cars of Brydon caused caused with figures of 3/29. The hosts found themselves struggling at 146-8, needing 20 runs off the last 18 balls. However, Varma’s calm and composed 72 not out from 55 balls, with 4 fours and 5 sixes, ensured India crossed the finish line with four balls to spare.

Varma got crucial support from No.10 Ravi Bishnoiwho contributed an invaluable nine runs, including two vital boundaries during his unbroken 20-run partnership. Together, they overcame England’s disciplined bowling attack to pull off a jaw-dropping victory.

Tilak Varma’s record streak

Varma’s innings also saw him set a new record for most runs between two dismissals in T20Is among full member nations. Since his dismissal for 20 against South Africa at Gqeberha, Varma’s subsequent scores read 107*, 120*, 19* and 72*, amassing an astonishing 318 runs in four unbeaten innings. This achievement surpassed the previous record of 271 runs set by New Zealand’s Mark Chapman in 2023.

Players with most runs between two dismissals (full member teams):

318 – Tilak Varma*(107*, 120*, 19*, 72*)
271 – Mark Chapman (65*, 16*, 71*, 104*, 15)
240 – Aaron Finch (68*, 172)
240 – Shreyas Iyer (57*, 74*, 73*, 36)
239 – David Warner (100*, 60*, 57*, 2*, 20)

Domination of the Eye India series

With three matches remaining in the series, India have the upper hand thanks to Varma’s consistency and the team’s resilience under pressure. As the series progresses, all eyes will be on the young left-hander to see if he can extend his incredible record.

This victory further highlights the strength of India’s bench and its ability to pull off narrow victories in difficult conditions.