- India 356 beat England 214 by 142 runs for 3-0 series win
- Champions Trophy build-up dented by Ben Duckett scare
The numbers are ugly as the Champions Trophy approaches. England’s defeat in this final clash with India was their 16th in 23 one-day internationals since the start of the 2023 World Cup. The one-time world-beaters have lost their winning habit, their latest offering a 142-run defeat, Rohit Sharma’s team easing to a 3-0 series victory.
A chase of 357 could not be ruled out in Ahmedabad when England found themselves 126 for two inside 18 overs, Joe Root building, Tom Banton beginning to bash. But an Indian attack built on variety instigated the collapse, the wickets shared around, Banton and Gus Atkinson joint top scorers with 38.
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Source: Cricket - The Guardian