Rohit Sharma’s Devastating Century Leads India to a Stunning Victory, Chasing Down England’s 305

Rohit Sharma’s Devastating Century Leads India to a Stunning Victory, Chasing Down England’s 305

At the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, India secured their seventh consecutive ODI series win by defeating England by 4 wickets. In the second ODI, India chased down a target of 305 with 33 balls to spare, taking a 2-0 lead in the three-match series, thus gaining an unassailable lead.

India's captain, Rohit Sharma, led from the front, scoring a brilliant 119 runs off 90 balls. His stunning century helped India chase down the target of 305. Thanks to Rohit’s exceptional batting, India got off to a flying start, with a 136-run opening partnership between him and Shubman Gill, who played aggressively against England's pacers.

Although Gill (11) was dismissed early, Rohit continued his dominance. Rohit brought up his 32nd ODI century in just 84 balls, finishing it off with a massive six. However, he was dismissed shortly after, mis-hitting a shot, which gave England a glimmer of hope.

Despite some wickets falling in India’s innings, Shreyas Iyer (44), Axar Patel (41*), and Ravindra Jadeja (11*) held their composure and made sure India crossed the finish line with 33 balls to spare.

Earlier, England batted first and set a target of 305, scoring 304 runs in 49.5 overs. Joe Root (69), Ben Duckett (65), and Liam Livingstone (41) contributed vital runs. However, India’s Ravindra Jadeja (3/35) caused havoc, taking key wickets and controlling the flow of runs. Despite England managing to cross the 300-run mark, they faltered under pressure from India’s bowlers in the final stages, finishing at 304.

This victory marks India’s seventh consecutive series win against England at home, establishing their dominance as an unbeatable force in the last 20 years.