England secured a dominant 4-0 series victory over India on Saturday, winning the final T20 International in Southampton by 56 runs. The match was defined by a record-breaking performance from Jos Buttler, who smashed 131 runs off just 64 balls. Supported by captain Harry Brook, who remained unbeaten on 95, England posted a massive total of 257 for three, their second-highest score in the format. This emphatic win also propelled England to the top of the world T20 rankings.
India’s chase faced immediate pressure after losing early wickets. Despite a spirited 56 from Ishan Kishan and a defiant 53 from Tilak Varma, the tourists were restricted to 201 for eight. The defeat marks a difficult end to the tour for India, which has now gone seven matches without a victory in T20 cricket, representing their longest winless streak in the format. England’s bowling attack, led by Sam Curran who claimed three wickets, remained disciplined throughout the innings.
The partnership between Buttler and Brook was the highlight of the day, as the pair combined for 233 runs, setting a new record for any wicket in T20 International history. Their aggressive batting dismantled the Indian bowling attack, which struggled with consistency and fielding errors. For England, the victory serves as a significant boost to their standing in international cricket, while India will look to regroup ahead of the upcoming three-match ODI series starting in Birmingham on Tuesday.