Yesterday Match Result – ENG W vs IND W 2nd T20I Highlights May 30
England Level the Series After Bristol Masterclass
The second T20I between England Women and India Women at the County Ground in Bristol delivered high-stakes drama as the hosts bounced back to level the series. Having won the previous match, India had a golden opportunity to take a commanding lead in the series, but a disciplined bowling display and late-innings fireworks from England derailed their chase. In the end, England secured a crucial 26-run victory, setting up a thrilling series finale.
Freya Kemp Propels England to a Strong Total
After being put in to bat, England Women showed a marked improvement in their batting application and intent compared to the opening game. While opener Sophia Dunkley was dismissed early for a 14-ball 10, the middle order stepped up to keep the Indian bowling unit under constant pressure. Danni Wyatt-Hodge led the recovery with a breezy 29 off 25 deliveries, finding valuable support from the experienced Amy Jones, who contributed a quick-fire 28 off 22 balls.
Alice Capsey also played a crucial anchoring role, compiling 28 runs off 25 balls to keep the scoreboard ticking. However, the true momentum-defining moment came in the latter stages of the innings. All-rounder Freya Kemp played an absolute blinder, smashing an unbeaten 39 runs off just 13 deliveries. Her explosive cameo was decorated with 4 boundaries and 2 spectacular sixes. Alongside Dani Gibson, who remained unbeaten on 11 off just a few deliveries with two boundaries, Kemp helped propel England to a highly competitive total of 168 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs.
For India, Shree Charani was the pick of the bowlers. She bowled with great control and variation to finish with impressive figures of 3 wickets for 25 runs. Nandani Sharma and Shreyanka Patil supported her with one wicket apiece, but the Indian side could not contain the late onslaught from Kemp.
India’s Chase Crumbles Despite Solid Starts
Chasing 169 for victory, India’s opening pair of Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma started with aggressive intent. Both batters found the boundary regularly, hitting five fours each. Mandhana scored 32 off 25 balls, while Shafali added a rapid 22 off 14 balls. However, neither opener could convert their start into a match-winning performance. Lauren Bell provided the breakthrough by dismissing Shafali Verma, and Freya Kemp accounted for the dangerous Mandhana.
The chase began to lose momentum in the middle overs. Yastika Bhatia struggled to find her rhythm, laboring to 33 runs off 36 deliveries, including 5 boundaries, before the team management made the tactical decision to retire her out. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, returning to the starting XI after missing the previous match, showed intent by hitting 2 sixes and a four in her 22-ball 28. But she received little support from the other end. Jemimah Rodrigues (1), Richa Ghosh (8), and Deepti Sharma (2) departed in quick succession as India collapsed from a comfortable position of 109 for 2 to eventually finish on 142 for 9.
Bowling Brilliance From England
England’s bowling unit executed their plans brilliantly under pressure. Freya Kemp capped off a stellar all-round day by taking 2 wickets for just 15 runs. Charlie Dean was equally effective, picking up 2 wickets for 20 runs, while Lauren Bell finished with figures of 2 for 33. The combined effort ensured India fell 26 runs short of their target.
Series Standing and Next Fixtures
With this victory, England have levelled the three-match series 1-1, keeping their hopes alive. The third and final T20I will be a winner-takes-all clash, scheduled to take place on June 2 at the Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won yesterday’s ENG W vs IND W 2nd T20I?
England women defeated India women by 26 runs at the County Ground, Bristol.
Who was the Player of the Match in the ENG W vs IND W 2nd T20I?
Freya Kemp was adjudged the Player of the Match for her brilliant all-round performance.
What was the final score of yesterday’s match?
England 168 for 5 (Kemp 39*, Shree Charani 3-25) beat India 142 for 9 (Yastika 33, Kemp 2-15, Dean 2-20, Bell 2-33) by 26 runs.
