The three-match ODI series between England and India has come down to one final game. England responded strongly in the second match to level the series 1-1 after India’s convincing win in the opening ODI. Now, both teams will head to the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday, July 19 and the winner of this game will seal the series.
England produced an all-round performance in the second ODI. Their bowlers never allowed India’s batters to settle. They defended the pressure they created throughout the innings. India were eventually bowled out for just 233.
The chase was not entirely straightforward, but Joe Root once again showed why he remains one of the best ODI batters in the world. The former England captain played with patience and control, guiding his side to victory with an unbeaten 99. It was a brilliant innings, even if he finished just one run short of a deserved century.
India, meanwhile, have plenty to think about before the decider. The batting lineup has not looked at its best, and the team management will be hoping for a much stronger performance from the top order. Captain Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli will all be expected to lead the way in a match that could decide much more than just the series.
There has also been growing speculation over Rohit Sharma’s future in ODI cricket. Some reports have claimed that Sunday’s game could be his final appearance for India. While there has been no official word on that, the rumours have naturally added extra attention to the contest. If it does turn out to be his last ODI, Rohit would certainly want to end on a winning note. For England, confidence will be high after the comeback victory.
ENG vs IND 3rd ODI Match Details
| Match | England vs India, 3rd ODI |
|---|---|
| Date | July 19, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Lord’s Cricket Ground, London |
England vs India ODI Series: Live Telecast
The England-India ODI series will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network.
England vs India ODI Series: Live Streaming
Fans in India can watch the live streaming of the three-match series on the JioHotstar app and website.
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Lord’s Pitch Report
The Lord’s surface is expected to favour the fast bowlers, particularly with the new ball. Early swing and seam movement could make life difficult for the batters during the first few overs. However, conditions usually improve as the game progresses, making batting easier later in the innings. That is one reason why teams often prefer to chase at this venue. Spinners are expected to play more of a supporting role.
Possible Playing XIs
England: Jacob Bethell, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood
India: Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna
With the series tied at 1-1, the stage is perfectly set for an exciting finish.
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England vs India ODI Squads
England: Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, James Coles, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Josh Tongue.
India: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain), KL Rahul (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, Prince Yadav.
