India has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the series-opening T20 against England's cricketers in Kolkata.

In a thrilling start to the T20I series against England, Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 79-run performance propelled India to a dominant victory, making a statement that will be remembered for years. His innings not only guided India to chase down England’s challenging total but also etched his name in the record

Abhishek Sharma's explosive 79 not out off 34 balls led India to a seven-wicket victory over England in the first T20 International. Chasing 133, India reached their target with ease. Varun Chakravarthy made a standout bowling performance for India as England was all out for 132.

The Indian team delivered a brilliant performance in the first T20I of the ongoing white-ball series against England. Speaking of the game, England came in to bat first and posted a total 132 runs in the first innings of the game.

India defeated England by seven wickets in the first T20I match in Kolkata. Abhishek Sharma's 79-run innings was pivotal in chasing down England's total of 132.

Hello and welcome to out coverage of India vs England 1st T20I from Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Both teams will like to take an early lead in the five-match series, especially India who are underfire for recent lacklustre performance in Test series prior to this one.

The Suryakumar Yadav-led Team India is all set to lock horns with England for the first T20I which is underway at the Eden Gardens. The T20I series between India and England will witness five matches being played at different venues.