England clinches historic T20I series win over India

England defeated India by nine wickets in the fourth T20I at Bristol, chasing a target of 158 runs with 37 balls to spare. Harry Brook scored an unbeaten 79 and Phil Salt added 59, forging a 146‑run partnership that secured England's first-ever T20I series victory against India and put them in position to become the world’s number‑one T20 side.

India’s captain Shreyas Iyer was the lone bright spot for his side, hitting an unbeaten 80, but the rest of the batting line‑up failed to contribute, leaving India bowled out for 158/7. The loss marked India’s fifth consecutive T20I defeat and the first series loss to England, prompting Iyer to describe the team as being in a “transition phase” as young players adapt to overseas conditions. The series will conclude with a final match in Southampton.

England’s bowlers, notably Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue, combined for four wickets, while Sam Curran and Will Jacks bowled economically. The win also gives England a chance to claim the top spot in the T20I rankings if they win the series decider.