Mon Feb 03 13:45:19 UTC 2025: ## India Thrashes England by 150 Runs, Clinches T20 Series 4-1
**Mumbai, India:** India completed a dominant 4-1 victory in the five-match T20I series against England with a resounding 150-run win in the final match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Abhishek Sharma stole the show with a breathtaking 135 off 54 balls, a new high score for an Indian in a T20I. His innings, studded with 10 sixes and six fours, formed the backbone of India’s imposing 247/9.
England, winning the toss and electing to field, struggled to contain the Indian onslaught. Shivam Dube also contributed a quickfire 30 (13 balls), while Tilak Varma chipped in with 24. Despite Suryakumar Yadav’s early dismissal for 2, India’s explosive batting display set an insurmountable target.
In response, England’s innings crumbled under the pressure of the massive total. They were bowled out for a paltry 97 in just 10.3 overs. Mohammed Shami returned to the Indian team in style, taking 3 wickets, including two in consecutive balls. Varun Chakravarthy, Shivam Dube, and Abhishek Sharma also picked up two wickets each, while Ravi Bishnoi claimed one. Phil Salt top-scored for England with 55 runs, but no other batter managed to reach double figures.
The win marks a resounding success for India, who showcased their batting prowess throughout the series. Mohammed Shami’s return to the team also proved significant, offering a potent bowling option. Arshdeep Singh’s wait to reach his 100th T20I wicket for India continues.
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