England Inflict Heavy 125-Run Defeat on India in Third T20I, Take Series Control]
England delivered a commanding performance to secure a 125-run victory over India in the third T20I at Trent Bridge, claiming a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. With the opening encounter abandoned, England have now won consecutive matches, putting the two-time defending T20 World Cup champions under significant pressure.
India’s batting collapse was alarming, managing just 76 runs in 10.2 overs, their second-lowest T20I total and the largest defeat by runs in the format’s history. The innings featured multiple failures across the batting lineup on a pitch offering assistance to seamers.
England Recover Well to Post 201 Despite Regular Wickets
Chasing 202, England assembled a competitive total of 201/7 in their 20 overs. Phil Salt provided the foundation with a resilient 70 off 44 balls, stabilizing the innings after a slow beginning before accelerating in the latter stages. Sam Curran‘s unbeaten 41 from 24 deliveries provided a powerful finish, while Jos Buttler‘s aggressive 36 off 22 balls set the tone at the top.
India’s bowling showing moments of promise, with Prince Yadav claiming 2/30 to dismiss Buttler and Harry Brook through effective variations. Harshit Rana and Axar Patel also found success, preventing England from posting an even larger score on a deteriorating surface.
Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue Dismantle India’s Batting Line-up
India’s chase crumbled from the outset as England’s pace attack exploited the conditions ruthlessly. Josh Tongue broke through early, removing Abhishek Sharma, followed by Jofra Archer‘s dismissal of Vaibhav Suryavanshi with a well-timed bouncer. The innings collapsed further as Ishan Kishan and captain Shreyas Iyer fell within the powerplay, leaving India reeling at 52/5.
While Axar Patel launched four and six before falling to Archer, Tilak Varma was dismissed run out by Will Jacks. The remaining batsmen offered minimal resistance, with Shivam Dubey, Harshit Rana, and the lower order failing to build on their modest contributions. Tongue’s career-best 4/28 wrapped up India’s dire performance.
No Indian batsman reached double figures, with the top-order collapse resulting in a comprehensive defeat. This marked India’s fourth consecutive T20I loss and left them requiring wins in the remaining two matches to avoid consecutive bilateral series defeats.
England win by a big margin of 125. India’s 2nd lowest total in T20Is #ENGvIND #TeamIndia #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/ncIPMiHw3G
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) July 8, 2026
Unacceptable.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 7, 2026
4 defeats in a row. Different conditions, different combinations… but the questions remain the same. Time for Team India to find answers. #INDvsENG #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/vQCjgQ5HOO
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) July 8, 2026
MASSIVE HUMILIATION FOR INDIA SHREYAS IYER AND GAMBHIR
– India lost 3rd T20i vs England by 125 runs. pic.twitter.com/ki2TzzXIkl
— Cricket Central (@CricketCentrl) July 7, 2026
ONE OF THE DARKEST DAYS IN INDIAN CRICKET HISTORY.
– For the first time ever remained win-less for 5 consecutive T20is.
– Lost a T20i by more than 100 runs for the first time ever.
– Got bowled out for just 76, their 2nd ever lowest total in T20is.
– Lost 5 wickets in… pic.twitter.com/87l3Zh6qqr
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 7, 2026
INDIAN TEAM GO WIN-LESS FOR 5 CONSECUTIVE MATCHES IN T20I HISTORY FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER
– A tough start for Captain Shreyas Iyer. pic.twitter.com/ettQc9iUW9
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 7, 2026
TEAM INDIA REGISTERED THEIR BIGGEST LOSS BY RUNS IN T20I INTERNATIONAL HISTORY pic.twitter.com/ddGwHj0oOP
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) July 7, 2026
TOTAL FRAUD EXPOSED..
This Indian team wins ABSOLUTELY NOTHING outside India.
After over 2 months feasting in IPL batting paradises, they get on a real cricket pitch and their batting collapses like amateurs.
Whitewashed by Ireland already… England is going to humiliate…— Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cricket) July 7, 2026
India have never lost a T20I by a margin of 100+ runs.
That remarkable streak now seems to be in serious danger #INDvsENG
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) July 7, 2026
ENGLAND THRASHED INDIA BY 125 RUNS.
– Dominating win from home side in 3rd T20I. pic.twitter.com/DFWguDGM91
— Maina Singh (@Maina_Singhx77) July 7, 2026
