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England tops India in ODI series with Joe Root's strong performance

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 8:50 AM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

England tops India in ODI series with Joe Root's strong performance
Summary

England secured a 2-1 ODI series win against India, concluding with a high-scoring match at Lord's. Joe Root scored 249 runs in the series without being dismissed, contributing significantly to England's success. Captain Harry Brook noted the team's positive momentum after back-to-back series victories, including one in Sri Lanka. The win eases concerns regarding England's ODI ranking ahead of the 2027 World Cup, where they aim to qualify directly.

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  • •Joe Root scored 249 runs in the series without losing his wicket.
  • •England achieved back-to-back ODI series victories.
  • •Ben Duckett scored 141 runs at Lord's, the highest score in an ODI there.
  • •India's attack suffered without Jasprit Bumrah due to injury.
  • •England previously struggled, losing six of their last seven ODI series.
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India found it impossible to dismiss Joe Root across the ODI series as the England batter looted 249 runs without losing his wicket.

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