India and England are two of the most dominant teams in T20I cricket, standing out as the only nations to have won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup twice. Their fierce rivalry in the shortest format of the game has produced some unforgettable moments.
In the 2022 Men’s T20 World Cup semi-final in Adelaide, England handed India a crushing 10-wicket defeat. However, two years later, India exacted revenge by eliminating England in the semi-finals of the 2024 edition, a match that eventually paved the way for India’s tournament triumph. Interestingly, both teams went on to win the respective tournaments after their semi-final victories.
5. Virat Kohli – 77, Ahmedabad, 2021
In a challenging second T20I against England in Ahmedabad, Indian captain Virat Kohli showcased his brilliance with an unbeaten 77-run knock. Batting first, India stumbled early, losing three wickets for just 24 runs by the end of the powerplay. Kohli anchored the innings, forming a crucial 70-run stand with Hardik Pandya to guide India to a competitive total of 156 runs.
Kohli’s innings featured eight boundaries and four towering sixes, demonstrating his class under pressure. However, despite his heroic effort, India fell short as England chased the target with ease, winning by eight wickets.
4. Virat Kohli – 80, Ahmedabad, 2021
In the fifth and decisive T20I of England’s 2021 tour of India, Virat Kohli led from the front with an unbeaten 80-run knock. Opening the innings, Kohli built a solid 94-run partnership with Rohit Sharma and later added 81 runs for the third wicket alongside Hardik Pandya.
His 52-ball knock, studded with seven boundaries and two sixes, powered India to a commanding total. India secured a 36-run victory, clinching the series 3-2. Kohli was named Player of the Series for amassing 231 runs in five innings.
3. Rohit Sharma – 100, Bristol, 2018
Rohit Sharma delivered a scintillating performance in the third T20I of India’s 2018 tour of England in Bristol. Chasing a formidable target of 199, Rohit anchored the innings with an unbeaten century, scoring 100 runs off just 56 balls.
His innings, comprising 11 boundaries and five maximums, ensured India crossed the finish line with seven wickets in hand, sealing the series 2-1. Rohit’s match-winning knock earned him the Player of the Match award.
2. KL Rahul – 101, Manchester, 2018
KL Rahul’s majestic century lit up the first T20I of India’s 2018 tour of England in Manchester. Chasing 160 for victory, Rahul smashed an unbeaten 101 off 54 deliveries, including 10 fours and five sixes, steering India to an eight-wicket win.
The highlight of his innings was a 123-run partnership with Rohit Sharma for the second wicket. Rahul’s brilliant display earned him the Player of the Match accolade.
1. Suryakumar Yadav – 117, Nottingham, 2022
Suryakumar Yadav etched his name in the record books with a breathtaking 117-run knock in the third T20I of India’s 2022 tour of England at Nottingham. Chasing a mammoth target of 216, Surya unleashed a masterclass, smashing 14 fours and six sixes.
Despite his valiant efforts, India fell short, losing the match. However, Surya’s scintillating century remains the highest individual score by an Indian batsman against England in T20Is, underscoring his prowess on the international stage.
