India and England they are preparing for charging a five-match T20I seriesstarting on January 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. With both teams brimming with talent and a mix of youth and experience, fans can expect some exciting cricketing action.
A blend of youth and experience for Team India
The Indian team will be led by dynamism Suryakumar Yadavwhose captaincy promises an aggressive and innovative approach. The team consists of an exciting mix of emerging talent and experienced players.
Young people love Tilak Varma, Rinku Singhand Abhishek Sharma are ready to make their mark, bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm from the sideline. Their recent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL have raised expectations for impressive performances on the international stage.
On the other hand, experienced players such as Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samsonand Suryakumar himself will provide much-needed stability and leadership. WITH Mohammed Shami coming back from recovering from an ankle injury, India’s bowling attack looks strong and well-rounded.
Youthful energy meets veteran expertise for England
English line-up, led by experienced players Jos Buttleris no less awesome. The team strikes a good balance between up-and-coming stars and seasoned winners. Promising talents like Harry Brook, Jacob Bethelland Rehan Ahmed bring youthful exuberance to the team. Their aggressive style and fearlessness make them exciting prospects for the series.
Meanwhile, veterans like Buttler, Adil Rashidand Jofra Archer will be the backbone of the team. Buttler’s leadership, combined with Rashid’s spin wizardry and Archer’s fiery pace, adds an incredible edge to England’s chances.
Both teams boast exceptional bowling units and their previous encounters have produced some of the best performances in T20I history. As the excitement builds, let’s take a look back at the best bowling scores in India vs England T20I history.
Top 5 bowling figures of India vs England T20I series
5) Chris Jordan (England)
Jordan is one of England’s most reliable bowlers in the T20 format, especially during the death overs. Known for his accurate yorkers and deceptive slower balls, Jordan produced an outstanding performance against India in the second T20I in July 2022, claiming four crucial wickets. His spell played a key role in restricting India’s strong batting line-up and showcased his ability to handle high-pressure situations. However, the Indian bowlers also performed well and helped the guests to win by 49 runs.
- Pictures: 4 overs, 4 wickets, 27 runs, economy 6.75
- Match details: India Tour of England 2022, 2nd T20I in Birmingham
4) Jade Dernbach (England)
Dernbach’s expertise in bowling slower deliveries and hitting the hole in the block made him a key asset for England in his prime. His memorable spell against India in the one-off T20I in 2011 saw him dismantle the opposition’s batting order with clever variations. Dernbach’s ability to read the batsmen and adapt to the conditions proved crucial in securing England’s victory during that match.
- Pictures: 3.4 overs, 4 wickets, 22 runs, 6.00 economy
- Match details: India tour of England 2011, T20I only in Manchester
3) Harbhajan Singh (India)
Harbhajan’s incredible performance against England is a testament to his bowling mastery. The veteran off-spinner bowled with impeccable accuracy, picking up four wickets and delivering two first overs during the T20 World Cup 2012. His ability to outplay the batsmen with verve and subtle variations turned the game in India’s favour, leaving England’s batsmen in disarray.
- Pictures: 4 overs, 4 wickets, 12 runs, 2 first overs, 3.00 economy
- Match details: T20 World Cup 2012, Group A Match 10 in Colombo
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2) Kuldeep Yadav (India)
Kuldeep’s heroics against England are etched in T20I history. His spell, marked by sharp spin and clever changes of pace, led him to a five-wicket win in the first match of 2018. Kuldeep’s ability to exploit pitch conditions and outwit the batsmen proved too much for England’s batting order, highlighting his value in India’s 8-wicket win door.
- Pictures: 4 overs, 5 wickets, 24 runs, 6.00 economy
- Match details: India tour of England 2018, first T20I in Manchester
1) Yuzvendra Chahal (India)
Topping the charts is Yuzvendra, whose six-wicket haul remains one of the best performances in T20I cricket. Chahal’s spell against England in the 3rd T20I 2017 was a masterclass in leg-spin bowling as he used his flight, googlies and variations to break the opposition. His stunning performance not only won the match for India but also set a benchmark for bowlers in the shortest format of the game.
- Pictures: 4 overs, 6 wickets, 25 runs, 6.25 economy
- Match details: England tour of India 2017, 3rd T20I in Bengaluru
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