Women created history: India won the T‑20 series in England for the first time by 3‑1

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History-Making Indian Team

On July 9, 2025, at Old Trafford in Manchester, the Indian women’s cricket team claimed a landmark victory by winning the fourth T20 match, securing their first-ever T20 series win on English soil. This triumph gave India an unassailable 3–1 lead in the five-match series, with the final T20 scheduled for July 12 at Edgbaston in Birmingham .

Match Summary

Choosing to bat first after winning the toss, England posted 126/7 in their 20 overs. Sophia Dunkley led the charge with 22 runs. For India, Radha Yadav (2/15), Shree Charani (2/30), and Deepti Sharma (1/29) delivered crucial bowling performances that kept England’s total modest .

Batting and the Chase

India started aggressively:

Shafali Verma scored 31 runs.
Smriti Mandhana contributed 32 runs.

Their powerful opening stand of 56 runs set the tone. Despite a tense middle phase, Harmanpreet Kaur (26) and Jemimah Rodrigues (24*) steered the team to victory, reaching 127/4 in just 17 overs .

Player of the Match – Radha Yadav

Radha Yadav’s measured spell of 2/15 dismantled England’s top order and earned her the Player of the Match award .

Deepti Sharma Joins the 300-Wicket Club

Deepti Sharma achieved an estimated 300th international wicket by dismissing England’s batter Sophia Dunkley at Old Trafford, becoming only the second Indian woman to reach this milestone. That wicket took her total tally past 300, encompassing wickets in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.

Her T20I figures are particularly impressive: in 128 matches she has taken 145 wickets, second only to Australia’s Megan Schutt, who has 151. This performance also places her above Nida Dar, who has 144 wickets.

These feats highlight the depth of Deepti Sharma’s career—she has not been limited to a single format, but has exerted dominance across all three formats. With her precise line and length, and her mix of medium pace and spin, she poses a serious threat to batters. Now, with just seven more wickets, she could equal Megan Schutt’s world record.

This unforgettable milestone leaves a deep mark on the history of Indian women’s cricket, clearly indicating that Deepti Sharma is not only an inspiration to her contemporaries but also to generations to come.

India’s Dominance Across the Series

1st T20 (Trent Bridge): Historic 97-run victory.
2nd T20 (Bristol): Continued dominance with a 24-run win.
3rd T20 (The Oval): England fought back to win by 5 runs.
4th T20 (Old Trafford): India sealed the series with a 6-wicket win .

England’s Response

Captain Tammy Beaumont admitted England “weren’t ruthless enough with the bat,” and cited quick adaptation and heightened intensity as India’s strengths .

Key Supporting Performers

Shree Charani: Crucial wickets in the powerplay stages.
Jemimah Rodrigues: Finished the chase with an unbeaten 24-ball cameo.

What’s Next?

The series concludes with the fifth T20 at Edgbaston on July 12, followed by a three-match ODI series. Team India, riding on confidence, aims to carry this momentum forward, especially ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup .

Captain’s Statement

Harmanpreet Kaur expressed strong team belief:

“We are really grateful… everybody knew their role and accordingly we all played.”

Key Takeaways

Spin Dominance: Radha Yadav, Shree Charani, and Deepti Sharma’s combined effort dismantled England’s batting.
Strong Opening Prowess: Aggressive starts from Shafali and Smriti laid the foundation.
Milestone Bowling: Deepti Sharma’s 300-wicket landmark added inspiration.
All-Round Excellence: India outperformed England in bowling, batting, and fielding.

Looking Ahead – ODI Series Challenge

The upcoming ODIs provide a platform for India to assert dominance across formats and England to regroup and prepare—especially with the Women’s World Cup approaching.

India’s historic series win in England isn’t just a statistical achievement—it symbolizes the team’s rising confidence and stature. With momentum on their side, the squad is poised for more breakthroughs in the coming fixtures.