Heather Knight shines in T20 series clincher against India
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:02 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Heather Knight scored an unbeaten 70 as England chased down a target of 181 to defeat India in the third T20, thus securing a 2-1 series victory. England head coach Charlotte Edwards praised Knight's performance, noting concerns about her early summer form. Knight's partnership with Alice Capsey, who scored 81, was crucial in the match. With the T20 World Cup beginning on June 12 against Sri Lanka, Knight's display boosts her confidence heading into the tournament.
- •England scores 182 to win the series against India 2-1
- •Knight and Capsey build a strong partnership of 137 runs
- •Sciver-Brunt expected to bat at No. 3 in the World Cup
- •Next match for England is against Sri Lanka on June 12
- •Competition for places in the team has intensified
- 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards
- 11:00 PMBBC Sport — Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards
"England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.
"England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 11:02 PMNever any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards
England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.
- BBC SportJun 2, 2026, 11:00 PMNever any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards
England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.
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