India Clinches Historic T20I Win Against England as Abhishek Sharma Shines with Record Powerplay Blitz
On Sunday, the Indian cricket team achieved a monumental victory, defeating England by a massive 150 runs in the fifth and final T20I match in Mumbai.
The star of the show was Abhishek Sharma, who played a blistering knock to guide India to their highest-ever score in a T20I powerplay—95/1. The Indian batsmen, led by Abhishek, set the field on fire as boundaries flowed throughout the powerplay.
Abhishek Sharma reached his fifty in just 17 balls, and by the end of the six-over powerplay, he had an explosive 58 off just 21 balls. His remarkable performance helped India achieve a commanding position early on in the match.
India’s Highest T20I Powerplay Scores:
- 95/1 vs England, Mumbai (2025)
- 82/2 vs Scotland, Dubai (2021)
- 82/1 vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad (2024)
- 78/2 vs South Africa, Johannesburg (2018)
Record-Breaking Performance from Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma came within a whisker of equaling Rohit Sharma’s record of the fastest T20I century by an Indian.
Rohit Sharma had set the record with a 35-ball century against Sri Lanka in 2017, while Abhishek’s 37-ball ton came close to the mark. His blazing 135 off 54 balls also saw him break the record for the most sixes hit by an Indian in a T20I innings, with an impressive 13 sixes.
In addition to his fireworks with the bat, Abhishek achieved another milestone, scoring the second-fastest T20I fifty by an Indian in just 17 balls.
His aggressive approach, including hitting Jamie Overton for a massive six, further established his dominance on the field. Abhishek also formed a strong 115-run second-wicket partnership with Tilak Varma, who contributed 24 runs.
India Posts a Mammoth Total of 247/9
India, batting first after winning the toss, amassed a huge total of 247/9 in 20 overs. Abhishek Sharma’s remarkable 135 was the centerpiece of India’s innings, supported by Shivam Dube, who contributed 30 runs off 13 balls.
The England bowlers struggled to contain India’s batting onslaught. Brydon Carse was the pick of the bowlers for England, taking 3/38, while Mark Wood claimed 2/32.
India’s Dominant Bowling Performance
India’s bowlers, led by Mohammed Shami, were exceptional in restricting England’s chase. Shami took 3 wickets for 25 runs, while Varun Chakravarthy and Shivam Dube also contributed with 2 wickets each.
Abhishek Sharma joined the attack and claimed 2 wickets for 3 runs in a stellar all-round performance.
England’s Struggle in the Chase
England’s chase got off to a challenging start as opener Phil Salt attempted to take the attack to the bowlers.
However, England’s top order collapsed quickly, with Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler, Harry Brook, and Liam Livingstone all dismissed in quick succession, leaving England reeling.
Salt managed to reach a half-century but was eventually dismissed for 55 by Shivam Dube in the eighth over.
The rest of the England lineup crumbled under the pressure, and the team was bowled out for just 97 in 10.3 overs. India’s comprehensive victory was sealed as England was dismissed well before the allotted 20 overs.
Key Performances:
India:
- Abhishek Sharma: 135 off 54 balls (13 sixes, 7 boundaries)
- Shivam Dube: 30 off 13 balls
- Mohammed Shami: 3/25
- Varun Chakravarthy: 2/25
- Abhishek Sharma: 2/3
England:
- Phil Salt: 55
- Brydon Carse: 3/38
- Mark Wood: 2/32
India Wins Series 4-1
India’s dominant win by 150 runs in the fifth T20I match handed them a commanding 4-1 series victory over England.
The team’s strong all-round performance, led by Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting and the bowlers’ clinical display, sealed the series in grand fashion.
Brief Scores:
- India: 247/9 in 20 overs (Abhishek Sharma 135, Tilak Varma 24, Shivam Dube 30; Brydon Carse 3/38, Mark Wood 2/32)
- England: 97 all out in 10.3 overs (Phil Salt 55; Mohammed Shami 3/25, Varun Chakravarthy 2/25, Shivam Dube 2/11, Abhishek Sharma 2/3)
A Historic Win for India
India’s remarkable 150-run win over England in the fifth T20I will be remembered as one of the most dominant performances in T20I history.
Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking innings and the bowlers’ exceptional control ensured a resounding victory, securing the series 4-1. With this performance, India has once again showcased their strength in the T20I format.
