Published By: Sanchari Das

IND vs. ENG T20I: When Was the Last Time India Lost a T20I Series at Home?

Exploring India's Impressive T20I home record and the rare defeat that sparked their unbeatable streak

The excitement is palpable as India and England prepare for a highly anticipated T20I series. This series is part of a larger white-ball tour, starting at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. It marks England's first T20I series on Indian soil since 2020, where India clinched a 3-2 win in a hard-fought contest. Fans are eager for another thrilling battle between two sides known for their aggressive cricket. Under Suryakumar Yadav's leadership, India faces an English side captained by Jos Buttler and coached by Brendon McCullum. In their maiden white-ball series under McCullum, England hopes to challenge India, who boast a formidable record on home turf.

India's unbeaten home streak

India has been invincible at home in T20Is for the past six years. Their last defeat came in 2019 against Australia, who managed a 2-0 series win. Since then, India has been on a stellar run, winning 14 out of 16 home series, with only two drawn encounters. The Men in Blue have outclassed top sides like Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and more.

Their dominance includes clean sweeps against Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. This incredible run highlights India's consistency and adaptability to different challenges. The upcoming series against England offers another chance to extend their supremacy.

Revisiting the last series loss

India's last bilateral T20I series defeat at home occurred in February 2019, when Australia stunned the cricketing world with a 2-0 victory. The first match, held in Visakhapatnam, was a low-scoring thriller. India managed only 126 runs, with KL Rahul's 50 being the standout performance. Despite Jasprit Bumrah's brilliant spell (3/16), Glenn Maxwell's steady 56 ensured Australia edged past India on the final ball.


The second match in Bengaluru turned into a run-fest. India set a target of 191, courtesy of Virat Kohli's 72* and MS Dhoni's explosive 40. However, Maxwell stole the show with a breathtaking 113* off 55 balls, guiding Australia to victory with two balls to spare. His heroics earned him the Player of the Series award.

India's record since 2019

After the 2019 loss, India has dominated T20I cricket at home. They've played 17 series, winning 14 and losing just one. This translates to a 69.64% win rate across 56 matches, with only 14 losses and three no-results. These numbers underline India's remarkable consistency and resilience in the format. Their recent victories showcase a blend of experience and youthful energy. Under different leadership, the team has continued to evolve, making them one of the most formidable sides in world cricket.

Australia: The last conquerors

Australia's victory in 2019 was built on their balanced bowling attack and Maxwell's brilliance with the bat. Players like Nathan Coulter-Nile, Pat Cummins, and Jhye Richardson contributed significantly to their success. Maxwell's performance remains one of the finest displays by an overseas player on Indian soil. Since that loss, India has sharpened its skills, ensuring that such slip-ups are rare. Their ability to learn and bounce back has made them a powerhouse in home conditions.

England's challenge

The upcoming series against England promises to be a riveting contest. England, eager to avenge their 2020 series loss and the T20 World Cup semifinal defeat in 2024, will need to be at their best. With McCullum's aggressive approach and a strong lineup led by Buttler, they could pose a serious challenge. India, however, remains the favourite. Their depth, home advantage, and confidence from an unbeaten streak make them a tough side to beat. As they gear up to face England, they carry the hopes of millions, looking to extend their unbeaten run.

Will England rewrite history, or will India maintain their fortress? The series is set to answer these questions, keeping cricket fans on the edge of their seats.