India suffered their worst-ever T20I defeat in terms of margin of runs as England secured a commanding 125-run victory in the second T20I on July 7, 2026, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Chasing a daunting target of 226, India were bowled out for just 100 runs in 16.4 overs, with only four batters managing to reach double digits.
England's dominant batting display
England posted a massive 225 for 5 in their 20 overs after being put in to bat. Openers Jos Buttler and Phil Salt added 87 runs for the first wicket in just 8.2 overs, with Buttler scoring a rapid 68 off 38 balls, including 8 fours and 2 sixes. Salt contributed 45 off 28 balls. Harry Brook then smashed a blistering 59 off 28 balls, while Liam Livingstone remained unbeaten on 38 off 18 deliveries to propel England past 220.
India's batting collapse
In response, India's batting lineup crumbled under pressure. Captain Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with 34 off 28 balls, but no other batter showed resistance. Shubman Gill made 18, and Axar Patel scored 12, while the rest of the batting order fell cheaply. England's bowlers shared the wickets, with Jofra Archer taking 3 for 18, Adil Rashid claiming 2 for 14, and Sam Curran picking up 2 for 22.
This was India's worst defeat in T20Is by runs, surpassing their previous record loss of 90 runs against Australia in 2023. The margin of 125 runs also marked the second-biggest win for England against India in T20Is.
Series context and reaction
England now lead the five-match series 2-0, having won the first T20I by 8 wickets. India will need to win the remaining three matches to avoid a series defeat. Speaking after the match, India captain Suryakumar Yadav said, "We didn't execute our plans well with the ball, and our batting was below par. We need to regroup and come back stronger in the next game."
The third T20I is scheduled to be played on July 10, 2026, at the same venue.
