England Clinches ODI Series Against India at Lord's in High-Scoring Decider
Ben Duckett's century powered England to a 27-run victory, securing the three-match ODI series 2-1.
The story
Lord's witnessed a run-fest as England posted a formidable 387/3 in the decisive third One Day International against India. Openers Ben Duckett, with a magnificent 141 off 135 balls, and Jacob Bethell, scoring 91, laid a strong foundation with a 192-run partnership.
In response, India mounted a spirited chase, led by captain Rohit Sharma's historic 138, his 34th ODI century and the first by an Indian at Lord's in men's cricket. Shubman Gill contributed 77 and Virat Kohli added 74, keeping India's hopes alive.
However, England's bowlers, particularly Sam Curran who claimed four wickets, applied crucial pressure in the later stages, restricting India to 360/7. The 27-run victory handed England the series win.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| England vs India | ODI | England won by 27 runs | Ben Duckett 141 (135) |
| Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe | T20I | Bangladesh won by 4 wickets | Tanzid Hasan Tamim 66 |
| New Zealand vs West Indies | ODI | New Zealand won by 1 wicket | Amir Jangoo 50 (71) |
| West Indies Select XI vs Pakistan | Warm-up | Pakistan 455/4 (Day 2) | Azan Awais 100 retired out |
Series in play
India tour of England. England won the 3-match ODI series 2-1.
Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe. Bangladesh won the 3-match T20I series 2-1.
New Zealand tour of West Indies. New Zealand leads the 5-match ODI series 3-1.
Pakistan tour of West Indies. Only Warm-up match, Day 2 concluded.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | 1. India (119 rating points), 2. New Zealand (111 rating points) | India maintains top spot despite series loss; New Zealand solidifies second position. |
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | 1. England (268 rating), 2. India (268 rating) | England leads India with the same rating, holding the top spot since July 11, 2026. |
| ICC Men's Test Team Rankings | 1. Australia (131 rating), 2. South Africa (119 rating) | Australia remains at the top, followed by South Africa. |
| ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 | 1. USA, 5. Nepal, 7. Namibia | Nepal and Namibia are set to face each other in the 116th match of the league. |
What we'll be watching
- West Indies Select XI continue their 4-Day Warm-up match against Pakistan on Day 3, July 20, at Brian Lara Stadium.
- Nepal faces Namibia in the 116th Match of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 on July 21 at Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd.
- The 5th ODI between West Indies and New Zealand takes place on July 21 at Kensington Oval, with New Zealand leading the series 3-1.
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