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First T20 match between England and India abandoned due to rain

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 7:19 PM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

First T20 match between England and India abandoned due to rain

Summary

The first T20 international between England and India was abandoned at Chester-le-Street due to rain after India posted 189-7 in their innings. England, attempting to recover from a poor summer start, did not bat as heavier rainfall forced the match to be called off before they could begin a five-over chase. India's innings included a strong performance from Shreyas Iyer, who scored 68 runs off 47 balls, and Abhishek Sharma, who added 59 off just 24 deliveries. England's next match in the five-match series is scheduled for Old Trafford on Saturday.

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Key Details

•Match abandoned after India scored 189-7 in their innings.
•England did not bat as rain halted the match.
•Shreyas Iyer and Abhishek Sharma led India's scoring.
•England's next game is at Old Trafford on Saturday.
•Phil Salt had an injury scare during India's innings.

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What they're saying

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England’s attempt to move on from a dreadful start to the summer is hit by the weather as their first T20 against India is abandoned because of rain.
— BBC Sport

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