India vs England Women 1st T20I – Trent Bridge, Nottingham – June 28, 2025

In a powerhouse display at Trent Bridge, Nottingham yesterday (June 28, 2025), India’s women crushed England by a staggering 97 runs, marking England’s heaviest defeat in T20 Internationals. With a maiden T20 century from Smriti Mandhana and stellar bowling from debutant Shree Charani, India showcased their championship pedigree early in this five-match series. England, despite valiant resistance from Nat Sciver‑Brunt, couldn’t stem the tide.

India vs England Women 1st T20I: Match Scorecard Summary

Innings	Score	Notable Performers
India Women	210/5 (20)	MANDHANA 112 (62); Deol 43; Bowled out by Bell & Arlott
England Women	113 all out (14.5)	Sciver-Brunt 66; Charani 4/12; Yadav 2/15

• Player of the Match: Smriti Mandhana
• Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
• Series Status: India leads 1–0 in 5‑match series

First Innings – India’s Batting Masterclass

• Smriti Mandhana (112 off 62 balls): A sublime innings featuring 15 fours and 3 sixes, Mandhana became the first Indian woman to score a T20I century—a historic moment that powered India to 210/5, their second-highest T20 total
• Harleen Deol (43 off 23): A rapid and stylish supportive knock, part of a 94‑run stand with Mandhana that dismantled England’s powerplay
• England’s bowling response:
  • Lauren Bell (3–27), Em Arlott (1–38) managed late breakthroughs, but Delhi’s barrage had already inflicted damage

Second Innings – England Collapses Under Pressure

• Nat Sciver‑Brunt (66 off 42): England’s lone savior in a sea of failures
• Top Order Collapse: Early wickets of Dunkley and Wyatt-Hodge in the first powerplay set the tone; only Sciver‑Brunt offered resistance
• Spin Attack Overwhelms:
  • Shree Charani (4/12 on debut): A breathtaking spell dismantling England’s middle and lower order
  • Radha Yadav (2/15 in 2 overs) also played a key role
  • India’s spinners strangled the chase, bundling England out for 113 in 14.5 overs

India vs England Women 1st T20I: Key Takeaways

1. Mandhana’s Legacy: Her century placed her in China of legends—joining elite company as the first Indian woman to hit a T20I ton and centuries across all three formats
2. Charani’s Impact: A debutant remembered forever—4 wickets for just 12 runs, setting a new Indian record on debut
3. England’s Woes: A combination of dropped catches, wayward bowling, and lack of middle-order depth spelled collapse
4. Momentum for India: Even without Harmanpreet Kaur, leadership and team depth shone—a statement win that boosts confidence for both the rest of this series and future global events

India vs England Women 1st T20I: Final Thoughts

India dominated across all three disciplines—batting, bowling, and fielding—to announce their arrival in the series. Mandhana’s century and Charani’s debut has lit a fire under the squad, while England’s fragile reply raises questions ahead. But that’s the beauty of T20 cricket can turn on a dime.

Stay tuned as both teams reset their strategies and head to Bristol—expect high drama and more twists as this series unfolds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – India vs England Women 1st T20I, 2025

Q. Who won the 1st Women’s T20I between India and England in 2025?

ANS : India Women won the match by a massive margin of 97 runs against England Women at Trent Bridge, Nottingham on June 28, 2025.

Q. What was the final score of the India vs England Women 1st T20I match?

• India Women: 210/5 in 20 overs
• England Women: 113 all out in 14.5 overs
  India won by 97 runs.

Q. Who was the Player of the Match in the India vs England Women 1st T20I?

ANS : Smriti Mandhana was awarded Player of the Match for her historic century — scoring 112 runs off 62 balls.

Q. Which Indian player made a debut in this match?

ANS : Shree Charani made her T20I debut for India and impressed everyone with bowling figures of 4 wickets for 12 runs.

Q. What was special about Smriti Mandhana’s century?

ANS : Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to score a T20I century, making it a landmark moment in Indian women’s cricket history.

Q. How did England perform in their batting innings?

ANS : Despite a fighting 66 runs from Nat Sciver-Brunt, England collapsed to 113 all out, with Indian bowlers applying immense pressure through spin and pace.

Q. Where was the match held?

ANS : The match took place at Trent Bridge stadium in Nottingham, England.

Q. What is the series score now?

ANS : India leads the 5-match T20I series 1–0 after winning the first game.

Q. When is the next match between India Women and England Women?

ANS : The 2nd T20I will be played on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in Bristol, England.

Q. Where can I watch the highlights of the match?

ANS : Match highlights are available on:

• Star Sports (TV)
• Disney+ Hotstar (India – digital)
• ECB YouTube and BCCI.tv for official clips

Q. Is this India’s biggest win in Women’s T20Is?

ANS : Yes, this is one of India Women’s biggest T20I wins by margin of runs, and England’s heaviest T20I defeat ever.

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