Root's classy 99 not out helps England level the series
Kohli and Iyer hit half-centuries for India but their total of 233 was not enough
16/07Result
2nd ODI (D/N), India tour of England at Cardiff, Jul 16 2026
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![India]( "India")
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![England]( "England")
235/6 (44.1/50 ov)
Player of the Match
16/07Result
2nd ODI (D/N), India tour of England at Cardiff, Jul 16 2026
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![India]( "India")
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![England]( "England")
235/6 (44.1/50 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
Rohit's search for rhythm comes at the worst possible time
Rohit's scratchy Cardiff innings intensifies scrutiny despite Kotak's backing ahead of Lord's decider
Joe Root happy to sacrifice ton for victory
Batter tells Gus Atkinson not to worry about leaving him on 99 not out as England level ODI series with India
England bowl; Kishan in for unwell Rahul
Saqib Mahmood and Gus Atkinson come in for Josh Tongue and Liam Dawson
Preview
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