India v England T20 series: Suryakumar Yadav a hit, Eoin Morgan disappoints

A look at the players who proved their worth and those who missed the mark

INDIA v ENGLAND T20 SERIES HITS: Suryakumar Yadav. Innings: 2, Runs: 89, Best: 57, Strike rate: 185.41. The top order batsman changed the dynamics of the batting unit with his fearless and uncomplicated approach in the last two matches, which were must-wins. Made Virat Kohli open, just so that the team could make the most of his all-out-attack philosophy. Technically excellent as well. The find of the series for India, along with Ishan Kishan. AP

Ajit Vijaykumar

Mar 21, 2021

India brought their 'A' game when it mattered the most to clinch a thrilling T20 series win over England.

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After falling 2-1 behind, the pressure was on Virat Kohli's team to plug the gaps that had been exposed by Eoin Morgan's world No1 T20 outfit. And they did that expertly, by first shuffling the batting order and then bolstering the bowling attack to prevail 3-2 following a 36-run win in the fifth match in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

England started brilliantly but gradually lost steam as the series wore on. Still, there were some positives for the visitors, which should hold them in good stead when the T20 World Cup rolls around later in the year.

There were hits and misses in both camps during the five-match T20 series. Their performances can be seen in the picture gallery above. To view the next image, click on the arrows or swipe if on a mobile device.