England Completes Dominant 4-0 T20I Series Sweep Against India, Claims Top Ranking
The victory propelled England to the top of the ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings, while India now prepares for the ODI leg of the tour.
The story
At The Rose Bowl in Southampton, England delivered a commanding performance in the fifth and final T20I on July 11, securing a 56-run victory over India and completing a 4-0 series sweep. Opting to bowl first, India faced an onslaught from England's batters, who posted a formidable 257/3 in their 20 overs.
Jos Buttler was the architect of England's innings, smashing a scintillating 131 runs off 64 balls, including 12 fours and eight sixes. He was ably supported by Harry Brook, who remained unbeaten on 95 off 45 deliveries, featuring four fours and eight sixes.
The duo forged an explosive 233-run partnership for the second wicket. In response, India's chase faltered despite half-centuries from Ishan Kishan (56) and Tilak Varma (53). Sam Curran was the pick of England's bowlers, claiming 3/36, as India was restricted to 201/8, marking their first-ever 4-0 bilateral T20I series loss.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| England vs India | T20I | England won by 56 runs | Jos Buttler 131 (64) & Sam Curran 3/36 (4) |
Series in play
India Tour of England 2026 (T20I series). England won the five-match T20I series 4-0 (one match washed out)
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | 1. England (268 rating), 2. India (268 rating) | England dethroned India from the top spot after their 4-0 series win on July 11, 2026. |
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | 1. India (121 rating), 2. New Zealand (113 rating) | India holds the top position. |
| ICC World Test Championship (2025-27) | 1. Australia (87.50 PCT), 5. India (48.15 PCT), 8. West Indies (15.00 PCT) | West Indies were docked 2 points for slow over-rate in their recent series against Sri Lanka. |
What we'll be watching
- England vs India, 1st ODI, July 14, 2026, Edgbaston, Birmingham
- England vs India, 2nd ODI, July 16, 2026, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
- England vs India, 3rd ODI, July 19, 2026, Lord's, London
- Jasprit Bumrah is set to return to ODI cricket for India in the upcoming series.
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