Ananya Lohia , Delhi - India wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan admitted that the two free-hit deliveries in the 17th over proved costly as England clinched a four-wicket win in the second T20I to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.

India were in control for most of the match, reducing England to a challenging position before Jacob Bethell turned the game around. The left-hander smashed 29 runs in Ravi Bishnoi's 17th over, including two sixes off free-hit deliveries after no-balls, shifting the momentum completely in England's favour.

Speaking after the match, Ishan said the free-hit deliveries allowed Bethell to play without pressure and proved decisive in the chase. Despite the defeat, he backed the team, saying the dressing room remains united and focused on learning from its mistakes rather than dwelling on the result.

Despite the defeat, Ishan Kishan expressed confidence in the team's mindset, saying the players remain united and are focused on improving with every game. He added that while losses do affect confidence, the squad is mature enough to identify its mistakes and bounce back. India will now aim to revive the series in the third T20I against England.