Freya Kemp lit up the second T20I in Bristol, smashing an unbeaten 39 off 13 balls, including two sixes, to steer England to 168‑5. Her cameo turned a tight chase into a 26-run victory, leveling the three‑match series against India. The win also kept England unbeaten at home this summer.

Former England all‑rounder Tash Farrant urged the selectors to move Kemp up the order, arguing she should face more deliveries to maximise her impact. With veteran Heather Knight struggling – 18 from 14 balls and a strike rate below 100 – the debate intensifies over who occupies the No 5 slot as England eyes the T20 World Cup. A promotion would let her partner Nat Sciver in middle.

Kemp’s performance not only rescued England but also highlighted a shortage of left‑handed power hitters since Lydia Greenway’s retirement. Coach Mark Butcher praised her confidence boost ahead of the World Cup, noting her ability to clear the boundary and provide bowling options. Taunton clash will reveal final XI.