England won the first T20I of the three-match series against India, securing a 38-run win. India struggled to contain England's aggressive batting lineup, allowing them to post an imposing total of 197 for 6. Renuka Singh's commendable bowling effort secured figures of 3/27. England's innings was dominated by Danni Wyatt and Natalie Sciver-Brunt, who orchestrated a record-breaking 138-run partnership for the third wicket. India, despite making early inroads with Singh's breakthroughs, failed to maintain pressure, allowing England to dictate the latter part of the innings.