England Secures 2-0 T20 Series Lead Over West Indies With Nine-Wicket Victory at Hove

England secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match T20I series against the West Indies with a dominant nine-wicket victory at Hove, chasing down a modest target of 82 in just 9.2 overs. Em Arlott, in only her second international match, was the standout performer, taking three crucial wickets including those of West Indies captain Hayley Matthews and veteran batter Stafanie Taylor, finishing with figures of 3-14. The West Indies struggled with the bat, managing only 81 for 9, with just two batters reaching double figures, as England's disciplined bowling attack, supported by Lauren Bell and Charlie Dean, effectively stifled the opposition. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt led the successful chase with an unbeaten 55 off 31 balls, supported by Sophia Dunkley’s 24 not out. The victory highlighted England's revitalized seam attack under new head coach Charlotte Edwards, injecting energy and discipline into the side. England will look to complete a series sweep in the final T20I at Chelmsford, followed by a three-match ODI series as preparation for the World Cup later this year.