# England Clinches ODI Series Victory Over India

- Topic: cricket
- Source: Sky Sports
- Published: 2026-07-19
- Original: https://www.skysports.com/cricket/news/12040/13564957/england-beat-india-by-27-runs-in-lords-run-fest-to-clinch-2-1-odi-series-victory
- Language: en
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England secured a 2-1 ODI series win over India, thanks to Ben Duckett's record century and Sam Curran's crucial late burst of wickets. The victory marked England's second ODI series win over India since 2012.

## Key takeaways

- Ben Duckett scored a record 141 runs in the match, surpassing Sir Viv Richards' 138 not out against England in 1979.
- Sam Curran took four wickets in a decisive seven-ball spell, halting India's momentum and securing the win for England.
- The victory marked England's second ODI series win over India since 2012 and their fifth win from six matches in the series.

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