England secured a 2-1 victory over India in the three-match T20 series that concluded at Taunton on June 2, 2026 [1, 2, 3, 4]. The final match saw England achieve their highest successful T20I chase on home soil in eight years by reaching the target of 181 runs with nine balls to spare [1, 3, 4].
Alice Capsey played a pivotal role, scoring 82 runs off 43 balls, including nine fours and three sixes, while Heather Knight remained unbeaten on 70 runs from 42 balls [1, 3, 4]. Together, Capsey and Knight compiled a 137-run partnership from 76 deliveries that effectively sealed the win for England [1, 4].
The match also featured England bowling first to prepare for batting under lights, simulating conditions ahead of their World Cup group stage evening matches [4]. Lauren Bell was key with the ball, taking a crucial wicket by trapping Deepti Sharma with her slower ball [4]. Sophie Ecclestone contributed a direct hit run out but later missed a run-out chance on the final ball which led to an overthrow and extra runs for India [4].
India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur top-scored for her side with an unbeaten 56 runs in the chase [4]. England’s captain Nat Sciver-Brunt missed the final match due to injury but is expected to return [1].
Capsey’s strong form poses a selection challenge for England since the usual opening partners Sophia Dunkley and Danni Wyatt-Hodge occupy the top-order slots [1]. The team now prepares for their opening T20 World Cup match against Sri Lanka on June 12, 2026 [1].
