In Cricket, Joe Root hit a superb ton as already winners India lost the final ODI of the 5-match series at Headingley Friday night by 41 runs. Sent in to bat, the hosts posted a formidable 294 for 7 in the stipulated 50 overs. Joe Root made a 113, comprising 10 fours and 3 sixes. Skipper Alistair Cook, Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes were the other valuable contributors.Chasing 295 for victory, Team India were bundled out for 253 in 48.4 overs.India had won the series winning three consecutive matches after the first game was abandoned due to rain without a ball being bowled.India will play a Twenty-20 match before they wrap up their England tour. The match will be played tomorrow in Birmingham at 7:30 PM India Time.
News On AIR | September 6, 2014 7:55 AM
Joe Root hits a ton as India lose 5th and final Cricket ODI against England by 41 runs at Headingley