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India`s T20I series win over England featured Hardik Pandya`s brilliance and Harshit Rana`s impressive debut performance.

India secured a thrilling series victory over England in the T20I series, winning the fourth match by 15 runs. Batting first, India posted a competitive total of 181/9 in their allotted 20 overs, with standout performances from Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube, both scoring 53 runs. Pandya`s explosive innings came off just 30 balls, while Dube`s knock was slightly more measured, taking 34 balls. However, Dube`s match took a concerning turn when he was struck on the helmet by a delivery from Jamie Overton, leading to his replacement by Harshit Rana as a concussion substitute. This decision sparked controversy among cricket experts, who debated whether it was a fair "like-for-like" replacement.

In response, England struggled in their chase, finishing at 166/10 in 19.4 overs. Harry Brook was the standout performer for England, scoring 51 runs off 26 balls, while Ben Duckett added 39 runs off 19 balls. The Indian bowling attack was formidable, particularly debutant Harshit Rana, who made an impressive entry into international cricket by taking three wickets for 33 runs in four overs. Ravi Bishnoi also shone with the ball, claiming three wickets for 28 runs, which played a crucial role in sealing the victory for India.

This win not only secured the series for India with one match remaining but also showcased the depth and talent within the Indian cricket team. Former England captain Kevin Pietersen praised India`s roster, highlighting their ability to field a second team filled with match-winners. With the series now standing at 3-1 in favor of India, the final T20I is set to take place in Mumbai, followed by a three-match ODI series between the two teams.

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