Kemp inspires England to win over India in Bristol
Freya Kemp played a crucial role in England's 26-run victory over India in Bristol, leveling the T20 series. She scored 39 runs off just 13 balls and took two wickets, helping to turn the match in England's favor. Despite some batting concerns, this win provides a significant boost for England as they prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
- ▪Freya Kemp scored 39 not out off 13 balls, significantly boosting England's total to 168-5.
- ▪Kemp also took 2 wickets for 15 runs, contributing to India's collapse to 142-9.
- ▪England's victory levels the T20 series against India, setting up a decider in Taunton.
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Kemp inspires England to win over India in BristolImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Freya Kemp starred with 39 off 13 balls for England and then 2-15 with the ballByMatthew HenryBBC Sport Journalist in BristolPublished30 May 2026, 17:41 BSTUpdated 22 minutes agoSecond T20, BristolEngland 168-5 (20 overs): Kemp 39* (13); Sree Charani 3-25India 142-9 (20 overs): Bhatia 33 (36); Kemp 2-15England won by 26 runsScorecardFreya Kemp breathed life into England's preparations for the T20 World Cup as they levelled their series against India with a 26-run victory in Bristol.After being outclassed in the first T20 on Thursday, England were pedestrian with the bat until Kemp took 24 from the last over to finish 39 not out from 13 balls.That lifted England to 168-5, a total that had looked well…
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