England beat India by 27 runs in the third and deciding men's ODI at Lord's, sealing a 2-1 series victory in a high-scoring thriller. After a cascade of wickets in the Test here six weeks ago, this match delivered a landslide of runs, with both teams posting massive totals on a flat pitch.
Ben Duckett's Record-Breaking 141 Powers England
England's innings was anchored by Ben Duckett, who smashed 141 from 135 balls—the highest ODI score at Lord's, surpassing Viv Richards' unbeaten 138 from the 1979 World Cup. Duckett's knock, combined with Harry Brook's captaincy and a barnstorming 41 off 13 balls from Jos Buttler, propelled England to 387 for three. Joe Root also chipped in with another unbeaten fifty, almost unnoticed amid the fireworks.
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Rohit Sharma's Ferocious Century in Vain
India's chase was led by a stunning century from Rohit Sharma, who turned Lord's into his personal playground with 138 from 110 balls. His controlled brutality, along with Shubman Gill's 77, had India tracking the target and their supporters dreaming of a famous heist. However, the breakthrough came when Jacob Bethell, fresh from scoring 91 with the bat, slid a left-arm tweaker past Sharma's sweep shot to bowl him, leaving India at 262 for two in the 39th over.
Key Moments and Match Statistics
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s/6s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Duckett | 141 | 135 | 15/3 |
| Rohit Sharma | 138 | 110 | 14/5 |
| Jacob Bethell | 91 (bat) + 1 wicket | — | — |
| Jos Buttler | 41 | 13 | 5/3 |
England's total of 387 for three was a men's ODI record at Lord's, and their bowling attack held nerve to restrict India to 360 for seven, winning by 27 runs.
Key Takeaways from the Match
- Ben Duckett's 141 is the highest ODI score at Lord's, surpassing Viv Richards' record.
- Rohit Sharma's 138 was a masterclass in controlled aggression, but it wasn't enough.
- Jacob Bethell starred as a true all-rounder, scoring 91 and taking the crucial wicket of Sharma.
- Harry Brook's captaincy was praised as brave and imaginative, leading England to a series win from 1-0 down.
- The match featured a landslide of runs, contrasting sharply with the low-scoring Test earlier in the season.
FAQ
Who won the third ODI between England and India?
England won the third ODI by 27 runs, sealing a 2-1 series victory against India at Lord's.
What was Ben Duckett's score in the match?
Ben Duckett scored 141 from 135 balls, the highest ODI score at Lord's, surpassing Viv Richards' record.
How did Rohit Sharma perform in the chase?
Rohit Sharma scored a ferocious 138 from 110 balls, but his wicket by Jacob Bethell was the turning point in India's chase.
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