India’s cricket team, led by captain Rohit Sharma, has achieved a significant victory by winning the ODI series against England. The team won two consecutive matches, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match series. This win marks a notable milestone, as India had not won an ODI series in 416 days. Their last series win was in South Africa on December 21, 2022.
Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy Innings
In the second ODI played in Cuttack, India defeated England by 4 wickets. After winning the toss, England batted first and scored 304 runs in 49.5 overs. In response, India won the series thanks to Rohit Sharma’s winning century. He played a brilliant captaincy innings, scoring 119 runs off 90 balls, including 12 fours and 7 sixes. Vice-captain Shubman Gill also contributed, scoring 60 runs off 52 balls.
India’s Dominance at Home
India has now won 9 consecutive ODI series against England at home. This streak is impressive, considering that India has not lost a single ODI series to England in their home in the last 40 years. The team will play the third and final ODI at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 12, aiming to complete a clean sweep and start their Champions Trophy campaign on a high note. The ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to begin in Pakistan just a week after this series, and India will play all their matches in Dubai.