Capsey and Knight star as England seal record-breaking series win over India

BBC Sport Tuesday 02 June 2026, 21:46 UTC 1 min read

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Alice Capsey hits 82 whilst Heather Knight finishes unbeaten on 70 as England chase down 181, the highest run-chase in women's T20 history in England, to secure a six-wicket win against India, sealing an impressive 2-1 series win in Taunton.

Capsey (PERSON) Knight star (ORG) England (LOCATION) India (LOCATION) Alice Capsey (PERSON) Heather Knight (PERSON) Taunton (LOCATION)

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