England beat India by four wickets in the second one-day international, with Joe Root finishing 99 not out to level the series and force a decider at Lord's.
Key facts
- England beat India by four wickets in the second ODI.
- Joe Root finished unbeaten on 99.
- The result levels the ODI series.
- A series decider will be played at Lord's on Sunday.
An improved England side beat India by four wickets in the second one-day international, according to the BBC, levelling the series and setting up a decider at Lord’s on Sunday.
At the heart of the win was Joe Root, who finished 99 not out. Sky Sports described his unbeaten innings as guiding England to a comfortable victory.
The four-wicket margin reflected an England performance the BBC characterised as improved, with Root anchoring the chase to see his side home.
With the series now level, attention turns to the final match. The BBC reported that the win sets up an ODI series decider at Lord’s on Sunday.
Highlights of the contest were made available by Sky Sports, covering the second one-day international between England and India.
Why it matters
Levelling the series keeps England alive and turns Sunday's match at Lord's into a winner-takes-all decider. Root's near-century underlines his continued importance to England's one-day side.
Frequently asked questions
What was the result of the second ODI?
England beat India by four wickets, according to the BBC.
How many runs did Joe Root score?
Root finished unbeaten on 99, guiding England to victory as reported by Sky Sports.
When and where is the series decider?
The BBC reports the ODI series decider will be played at Lord's on Sunday.