England defeats India 2-1 in ODI series, showing improvement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 4:17 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
England secured a 2-1 victory against India in their recent ODI series, building on a recent T20 series win. Following a disappointing June, where they lost to New Zealand, England has demonstrated resilience and an improving team dynamic. New opening pair Ben Duckett and Jacob Bethell performed well, with Duckett scoring a century. Joe Root has also shown a resurgence with impressive individual performances, averaging 81.5 since his recall. With the World Cup approaching next year, England appears to be gaining momentum as they finalize their squad and strategy.
- •England wins ODI series against India 2-1.
- •Duckett and Bethell form a new effective opening partnership.
- •Joe Root has six consecutive ODI scores over 50.
- •England beat India 4-0 in T20s prior to ODIs.
- •Next World Cup is a little over a year away.
- 4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Are England finally improving in ODI cricket?
- 4:17 PMBBC Sport — Are England finally improving in ODI cricket?
"After beating India 2-1, BBC Sport asks if England are finally building momentum one year out from the World Cup.
"After beating India 2-1, BBC Sport asks if England are finally building momentum one year out from the World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 4:17 PMAre England finally improving in ODI cricket?
After beating India 2-1, BBC Sport asks if England are finally building momentum one year out from the World Cup.
- BBC SportJul 20, 2026, 4:17 PMAre England finally improving in ODI cricket?
After beating India 2-1, BBC Sport asks if England are finally building momentum one year out from the World Cup.
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