Joe Root guides England to win over India to level series
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Joe Root scored an unbeaten 99 as England secured a four-wicket victory against India in the second one-day international held in Cardiff on July 16, 2026. This win allowed England to level the three-match series at 1-1, with one match remaining. Root's performance was pivotal in steering England to their first win of the series after losing the opening match. The final game of the series will determine the overall winner.
- •Joe Root made 99 not out in the second ODI
- •England won by four wickets against India
- •The match took place in Cardiff
- •The series is now tied at 1-1
- •One match remains to decide the series champion
- 8:59 PMBBC Sport — Reliable Root steps up again as England beat India to level series
"Joe Root hits an unbeaten 99 as he guides England to a four-wicket win against India in the second one-day international in Cardiff to level the three match series, with one match to play.
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