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

India’s chase began with a sense of urgency, but it was Sharma who made it clear that a comfortable win was on the cards.

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.

Abhishek Sharma's explosive knock of 79 runs off just 34 balls dismantled England's bowling attack, guiding India to a dominant victory. Chasing the 132-run target with ease, India wrapped up the match in under 13 overs with 7 wickets in hand.

India's T20 team showed it was unaffected by the ailments afflicting the longer-format sides as the reigning world champions completed a comprehensive seven-wicket win in the first T20 against England in Kolkata on Wednesday.