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What is T20 Cricket?

T20, or Twenty20, is a fast-paced form of cricket where each team bats for a maximum of 20 overs. It's designed to be exciting and conclude in about three hours, making it very popular. England's record win against India in this format highlights the high scores and dramatic collapses often seen in T20 matches.

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England secured a record T20 win, beating India by 125 runs

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