ENG vs SA 2nd T20I Results

9:04 PM IST Right then, that’s a wrap from this absolute run-fest, where England demolished South Africa to level the series 1-1. All eyes now turn to the decider - the 3rd T20I at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, on 14th September, Sunday, starting at 1.30 pm GMT. As always, we’ll be here an hour before with all the build-up and coverage leading into the clash. Until then, goodbye and take care!

8:58 PM IST If anyone needs a definition of dominance, this scorecard says it all. After losing the ODI series and the first T20I, England roared back to level the T20I series with their biggest-ever win in the format by a margin of runs. The outcome was virtually sealed after their explosive batting display, and the bowlers ensured South Africa never even got a sniff. The Proteas simply failed to show up and were brushed aside in ruthless fashion - this is a defeat that will sting for a long time.

8:58 PM IST Harry Brook, the victorious skipper of England, says that he was left speechless by the phenomenal start given by the opening batters. He and Jos Buttler were amazed out in the field while fielding, thinking 300 is something not many teams can get in T20Is, but with their talented batting lineup, they believed it was achievable. Brook emphasises that every game leading up to the T20 World Cup is a must-win, considering it is excellent preparation for the team. He adds that the team's mindset is to win every single time they step onto the field. Brook also acknowledges that tough decisions lie ahead, but the team is ready for the challenge, and he is excited to debate and make selections from their talented pool of players.

8:56 PM IST Aiden Markram, the captain of South Africa, acknowledges that it was a tough night for South Africa, admitting that the team got it wrong from the toss onwards, taking full responsibility for the loss. He praises England's top order for delivering masterclasses, noting that it was always a challenge to come back from such a strong start. Markram emphasises the need for better planning and execution for the next match on Sunday, stating that the team would review and refine their approach. He also highlights the modern game's nature, where good wickets and aggressive batting make it tough to contain opponents in their 'hot zones'. The Proteas captain also mentions the tour's busy schedule as a factor.

8:55 PM IST Harry Brook and his men knew they had plenty of runs to defend, allowing the bowlers to operate with freedom and even experiment a bit. Jofra Archer continued his fine form with an impressive three-wicket haul, while Sam Curran, thriving on his return to England colours, added two. Adil Rashid was surprisingly a touch expensive but still picked up one, while Will Jacks chipped in with two, and Liam Dawson wrapped things up in style with a couple of wickets of his own.

8:53 PM IST Phil Salt is adjudged the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his impressive match-winning hundred. He says that it was really good fun out in the middle. Acknowledges the personal milestone but stresses that putting up 300 on the board and then winning by such a big margin was the most satisfying part. Talking about his approach, he explains that fast starts are often about reacting to the situation, sometimes choosing the right moment to press harder, and it’s always a bit of a balancing act. On the surface, he notes that everyone knows it’s a good wicket, and he was very clear that making the most of the Powerplay would be crucial. As for beating Liam Livingstone’s record, he jokes that he doesn’t want to rub it in, especially since his teammate has a big day coming up.