England delivered a commanding performance to defeat India by 125 runs in the third T20 International, extending their lead to 2-0 in the ongoing series.
Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, India conceded 201 runs as England posted a challenging total. In reply, India suffered a dramatic batting collapse and were bowled out for a paltry total well short of the target, marking one of their heaviest defeats in the shortest format.
The loss highlights growing concerns over India’s T20 setup, with fans and observers pointing to recent team selection decisions, including changes in leadership and squad composition following the previous T20 World Cup. Captain Shreyas Iyer and the management will face scrutiny as the visitors look to avoid a series whitewash in the remaining matches.
England’s bowlers exploited conditions effectively, while their batters capitalized on an aggressive start. The result underscores England’s resurgence in white-ball cricket at home against a transitional Indian side.
The series now shifts focus to the fourth T20I, where India must regroup quickly to stay alive in the contest.
BCCI officials and head coach Gautam Gambhir are expected to review strategies after this significant setback.
