Rain forces abandonment of England's T20 opener against India in Durham
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The first T20 international between England and India was abandoned in Durham due to rain. India set a target of 190 runs, scoring 189-7 in their innings. Continuous rainfall prevented England from commencing their chase. With Ben Stokes retired, Harry Brook captained England in a match that ultimately ended in a stalemate, leaving four T20s remaining in the series. The next match is scheduled for July 4 at Old Trafford.
- •Match abandoned before England could begin their run chase.
- •India scored 189-7 in their innings, led by Shreyas Iyer's 68 runs.
- •Saqib Mahmood took 3 wickets for England.
- •Harry Brook captained England in Stokes' absence.
- •Next T20 match is on July 4 at Old Trafford.
"England’s first T20 international against India was abandoned due to rain before the hosts’ had the chance to chase down 190 for victory in Durham.
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