ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I: Smriti Mandhana’s Century and Sree Charani’s Debut Brilliance Lead India to 97-Run Win
The ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I match held at Trent Bridge, Nottingham on June 28, 2025, marked the beginning of an electrifying five-match T20I series between England Women and India Women. India started their campaign in style, demolishing the hosts by 97 runs in one of their most dominant overseas T20I performances. ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
The spotlight was firmly on Smriti Mandhana, who scored her maiden WT20I century, and debutant Sree Charani, who claimed 4 wickets, including two crucial breakthroughs in one over. This combination of experience and debut firepower ensured a clinical all-round performance by the visitors.
🔥 Smriti Mandhana Scripts History with Maiden T20I Century
After multiple near misses in past matches, Indian opener Smriti Mandhana finally reached the landmark of a T20 International century, scoring a blistering 107 off just 61 balls. Her innings was laced with 15 fours and 3 sixes, displaying a perfect blend of timing, aggression, and composure. ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
Mandhana’s knock not only anchored the innings but also accelerated India’s scoring rate at crucial intervals. Her footwork against spinners and power-hitting against pacers showcased the full range of her batting prowess. It was the cornerstone of India’s massive first-innings total of 208/4.
In the post-match presentation, she said: ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
“This century means a lot. I’ve come close on many occasions. I’m glad it finally came at a crucial moment for the team.”
🌟 Debut Delight for Sree Charani
India’s decision to include Sree Charani, a left-arm orthodox spinner from Hyderabad, turned out to be a masterstroke. Playing her debut match, Charani spun a web around the England batters, returning dream figures of 4/12 in 3 overs. She dismissed both openers within her first two overs and later came back to remove Amy Jones and Sarah Glenn. ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
Her composure and variation belied her inexperience, and she quickly became the talking point of the match. Fans and analysts hailed her as the “next big thing” in Indian women’s cricket. ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
“I just wanted to bowl my natural game. The seniors backed me, and I’m glad I could contribute,” Charani said after the match.
📋 Full Match Summary: ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Date: 28 June 2025
Toss: England Women won the toss and elected to bowl
Result: India Women won by 97 runs
🇮🇳 India Women Innings – 208/4 (20 overs)
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Smriti Mandhana – 107 (61 balls)
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Harleen Deol – 41 (27 balls)
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Deepti Sharma – 23* (13 balls)
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Lauren Bell – 1/29
India got off to a flying start thanks to Mandhana and Deol, who added 96 runs for the second wicket. The innings maintained a high run rate throughout, with boundaries flowing freely. ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
🏴 England Women Innings – 111 all out (17.4 overs)
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Nat Sciver-Brunt – 45 (35 balls)
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Amy Jones – 19 (16 balls)
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Sree Charani – 4/12
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Radha Yadav – 2/22
England’s chase started poorly and never recovered. Charani struck in the powerplay, and the middle-order collapse left England reeling at 68/7. Only Sciver-Brunt showed some resistance before being stumped off Radha Yadav. ENG-W vs IND-W 1st T20I
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