Captain Harry Brook’s explosive 79 not out off 35 balls and Phil Salt’s unbeaten 59 off 42 deliveries led England to a commanding nine-wicket victory over India in the fourth T20I at Bristol. The duo’s partnership of 151 runs for the second wicket sealed the win with 37 balls to spare, helping England secure the series 3-0 with one match remaining.
India, batting first, struggled as skipper Shreyas Iyer’s valiant 80 off 49 balls rescued their innings after an early collapse. Despite Iyer’s efforts, India posted a modest total of 158/7 in 20 overs. England’s bowlers, led by Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue, maintained control to restrict India’s momentum throughout the innings.
In the chase, England’s batsmen dominated, with Brook’s aggressive stroke play and Salt’s steady support guiding the team to victory in just 13.5 overs. The comprehensive win solidified England’s lead in the series, highlighting India’s batting dependence on Iyer and their struggles to contain England’s aggressive batting lineup.
The result marks England’s third consecutive victory in the series after the opening match was abandoned, showcasing their dominance over India in the T20 format.
