Mon Feb 03 21:59:00 UTC 2025: ## India Thrashes England by 150 Runs, Wins T20 Series 4-1

**Mumbai, India:** India registered a resounding 150-run victory over England in the fifth and final T20I, clinching the series 4-1 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. India posted a mammoth 247/9 in their 20 overs, a total that proved insurmountable for England, who were bowled out for a paltry 97 in just 10.3 overs. This is India’s second-largest win by runs in T20Is.

Abhishek Sharma stole the show for India, smashing a breathtaking century off just 37 balls. His innings included a flurry of boundaries and sixes, culminating in a stunning 100 that anchored India’s massive total. He and Tilak Varma (23 off 15) put on a crucial 115-run partnership for the second wicket after Sanju Samson’s explosive start (16 off 7). Shivam Dube (30) and Axar Patel (15) also contributed useful runs. Despite a late collapse, India’s aggressive batting set an unachievable target. While Suryakumar Yadav (2 off 3) had a quiet outing, the explosive batting display from others proved decisive. Kuldeep Yadav took three wickets for England.

England’s chase never got going. Phil Salt provided a brief flicker of hope with a quickfire 55 off 23 balls, but no other batsman reached double figures. Mohammed Shami spearheaded India’s bowling attack, claiming three wickets, while Ravi Bishnoi dismissed both Jos Buttler and Harry Brook. Varun Chakravarthy, Abhishek Sharma, and Shivam Dube also picked up two wickets each, dismantling the English batting lineup.

Abhishek Sharma’s stunning century and India’s comprehensive victory highlighted a memorable match, showcasing India’s dominance and introducing a potential new star in the team. The series win marks a resounding success for the Indian team.

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