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England and India clash in live T20 World Cup warm‑up

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England's women's side has kicked off its final warm‑up for the upcoming T20 World Cup with a three‑match series against India, streamed live on Sky Sports. The fixtures give captain Heather Knight a chance to fine‑tune the batting order and test new bowling combinations before the tournament begins in September. Capsey’s aggressive stroke‑play could tip the balance in finishes and earn a spot.

The opening match at Lord's saw England post 150/5, anchored by a brisk 45 from Nat Sciver‑Brown, while India's chase stalled at 120/7, leaving the visitors with a 30‑run lead. Bowler Sophie Ecclestone’s four‑wicket haul reinforced England’s spin threat, forcing India into a defensive slog. Sciver‑Brown’s innings demonstrated the power‑hitting England hopes to unleash, and the early wicket of Harmanpreet Kaur highlighted India's vulnerability under pressure.

With two games remaining, England can cement a series sweep and head to the World Cup with momentum, while India must regroup to avoid a morale dip ahead of their own group fixtures. The live broadcast draws a sizable audience, underscoring growing interest in women's cricket and giving sponsors a platform to showcase their investment in the sport.