Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England in Women’s T20 Series

Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England in Women’s T20 Series

Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England in spectacular fashion, as India defeated England by 25 runs in the second T20I at the County Ground in Bristol. With this win, India takes an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20 series, showcasing depth, dominance, and resilience in every department.

The Indian innings was powered by two match-defining half-centuries—one from the seasoned Jemimah Rodrigues and the other, a maiden international fifty, from the rising star Amanjot Kaur. Their partnership and aggressive batting between the 8th and 20th overs propelled India to a daunting 181/4, despite losing early wickets. Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England

🔹 Jemimah Rodrigues anchors the innings

Rodrigues was elegance and control personified. Having played English conditions before in The Hundred and Kia Super League, she used her experience to manipulate gaps and punish loose balls. Her clever ramp shots off Lauren Filer and aggressive strokeplay underlined her status as a key middle-order player. Her half-century was built with precision, timing, and quick running between the wickets. Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England

🔹 Amanjot Kaur’s breakthrough moment

The real X-factor was Amanjot Kaur. Making only her third T20I appearance, the 25-year-old announced herself on the big stage. Her fearless hitting against England’s spin-heavy middle overs was crucial. Scything through the off-side and using her feet to disrupt length, Amanjot reached her maiden T20I fifty in style.

“This is the new Indian team. Wherever we go, home or away, we are ready to dominate,” Amanjot said post-match.  Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England

🔹 England struggle with captain injury and early wickets

England were dealt a significant blow before the chase even began. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt suffered a tight hip and was off the field for most of India’s innings. Though she came out to bat, her movement was restricted, and she was eventually dismissed for a scratchy 13. Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England

Tammy Beaumont raised hopes with her first T20I fifty since 2021. However, a direct hit run-out from Radha Yadav ended her stay at a crucial juncture. Sophie Ecclestone tried to inject life into the chase with a late flurry, but the target proved too steep. England finished at 156/8, falling short by 25 runs.

🔹 Harmanpreet Kaur returns with leadership and a stunning catch

Returning after missing the first T20I due to a head injury, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur showed sharp fielding acumen. She took a stunning running catch to dismiss Sciver-Brunt and set the tone in the field. Though she was dismissed cheaply with the bat, her leadership was pivotal in keeping the pressure on England.

🔹 India’s bowling stands tall despite absences

India missed star pacers Renuka Singh Thakur and Pooja Vastrakar, both out with injuries. But the bowling unit rose to the occasion. Debutant spinner Shree Charani from the previous match didn’t feature, but the likes of Radha Yadav and Deepti Sharma tightened the screws in the middle overs.

Lauren Bell, England’s new bowling sensation and ranked No. 4 in ICC T20I rankings, was tidy but lacked support. Alice Capsey’s opening over leaked runs, and the English fielding was once again below par.

🔹 Series win and what’s next?

India’s win in Bristol follows a massive 97-run win in the first T20I, highlighting their increasing dominance in the women’s game. The team has shown versatility—with Smriti Mandhana’s ton in the first match, and new heroes emerging in the second. Rodrigues and Amanjot set up second India win vs England

The third and final T20I will be held at The Oval on Friday, where India will aim for a clean sweep. England, meanwhile, will hope Sciver-Brunt is fit and that their top order finds form before it’s too late.

📺 Match Info Recap:

• Match: India Women vs England Women, 2nd T20I

• Date: Tuesday, July 1

• Venue: County Ground, Bristol

• Result: India won by 25 runs

• Player of the Match: Amanjot Kaur

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