India’s women’s cricket team has scripted history by winning a T20 series on English soil for the first time ever. The landmark achievement marks a major step forward for Indian women’s cricket, as the team continues to shine on the international stage.
This victory comes two years after India also whitewashed England 3-0 in a One Day International (ODI) series in 2022, showing continued dominance away from home.
Fourth T20 Match Recap: India Beats England by 6 Wickets
In the fourth T20 match held at Old Trafford, India registered a convincing six-wicket win over England. With this win, the visitors have taken an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.
After winning the toss, the England team opted to bat first—a decision that didn’t work in their favor. India’s spin bowlers put up a brilliant performance, effectively restricting England to just 126 runs in their 20 overs. The English batters struggled throughout, managing only eight boundaries in their entire innings.
Aggressive Opening Sets the Tone
Chasing a modest target, Indian openers Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana played with aggression and confidence. The duo set the tone early by hitting nine boundaries in just four overs.
Their opening stand of 56 runs in 7 overs laid the foundation for a smooth run chase. India comfortably reached the target, scoring 127 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in 17 overs.
Series Highlights and Key Takeaways
This is India’s first-ever T20I series win in England, showcasing their rapid growth in the shorter format.
The spin attack proved highly effective in English conditions, choking England’s scoring ability.
The batting depth and confidence displayed by the Indian team, especially the openers, were a highlight of the match.
Looking Ahead
With one match left in the series, Team India has already secured the trophy but will aim to end the tour on a high note. This historic series win is expected to boost the team’s morale ahead of future ICC events and strengthen their confidence in overseas conditions.
