Ben Duckett's 141 overshadows Rohit Sharma's century as England seal ODI series 2-1 at Lord'sCricket
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Ben Duckett's 141 overshadows Rohit Sharma's century as England seal ODI series 2-1 at Lord's

England beat India by 27 runs in the deciding ODI at Lord's to win the three-match series 2-1, with Ben Duckett's 141 outweighing centuries and fifties from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

England wrapped up the one-day series against India 2-1 after edging out a high-scoring decider at Lord's, with Ben Duckett's blazing innings proving too much for Rohit Sharma's century and Virat Kohli's fifty to overcome.

How the match unfolded

Batting first, England piled up 387 for 3, powered by Duckett's 141-run knock, losing only three wickets in the process. Chasing 388 to win, India came out swinging. Rohit Sharma brought up a historic century and Virat Kohli added a half-century, keeping India in touch with the target deep into the innings. But India fell short, finishing on 360 for 7 and losing the match by 27 runs.

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A record night at Lord's

The two teams combined for 747 runs in the contest, the highest aggregate ever recorded in a one-day international at Lord's. Even in defeat, the number turned the match into a historic one for the venue.

How the series played out

The three-match series opened in Cardiff, where India lost the first game. Lord's hosted the third and deciding match, and England's win there sealed the series 2-1 in their favour.

Questions & Answers

Who won the deciding ODI at Lord's?
England won the match and sealed the series 2-1.
What target was India chasing?
India were chasing a target of 388 runs.
How many runs did India score?
India finished on 360 for 7 and lost the match by 27 runs.
How many runs did Ben Duckett score?
Duckett scored 141, powering England to 387 for 3.
How did Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli bat?
Rohit Sharma scored a historic century and Virat Kohli made a half-century, but it wasn't enough to get India over the line.
Was any record set in this match?
Yes, the two teams combined for 747 runs, the highest aggregate total in an ODI at Lord's.

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