Sun Feb 02 20:59:03 UTC 2025: **India Thrashes England by 150 Runs in Mumbai T20I**
**Mumbai, India (February 2, 2025)** – India completed a resounding 4-1 series victory over England in the fifth and final T20I match at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, trouncing their opponents by a massive 150 runs. The win was built on a breathtaking century by Abhishek Sharma (135 runs off 54 balls) and a dominant bowling performance that restricted England to a paltry total of under 100.
Sharma’s innings, the second-fastest T20I century by an Indian, was studded with 7 fours and 13 sixes, showcasing aggressive batting that set the tone for the match. His knock helped India post a daunting 247/9.
The Indian bowling attack was equally impressive, with Shivam Dube and Abhishek Sharma each taking two wickets, dismantling the England batting lineup. Phil Salt’s 55 was the only significant contribution from the English batsmen, as the rest struggled against the spin and pace of the Indian bowlers. England was bowled out for 96 in just 10 overs.
Mohammed Shami’s performance was crucial, serving as a strong indication of his fitness ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy. The match also served as a showcase for several young Indian talents who contributed significantly to the win.
The victory concluded a series that, despite lacking high stakes, provided a platform for India to test their players and strategies ahead of future tournaments. The match was broadcast live on Star Sports and streamed on Hotstar.
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