India continued their dominance over England, clinching a massive 142-run victory in the third ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium and completing a 3-0 series whitewash. The hosts produced a clinical performance with both bat and ball, leaving England with no answers in any department.
India posts a commanding 356-run total
Batting first, India put up a mammoth total of 356 in 50 overs, with key contributions from the top order. Shubman Gill (61), Virat Kohli (52), and Shreyas Iyer ensured a solid foundation, while the middle order capitalized to set up an imposing target. England’s bowling attack struggled throughout, failing to contain India’s batters on a good batting surface.
England crumbles under scoreboard pressure
Chasing 357, England faltered from the start and was eventually bundled out for 214 in 34.2 overs. The visitors had no significant partnerships, with the Indian bowlers dictating terms. The English batting unit failed miserably, highlighting their struggles against spin and disciplined pace bowling.
One of India’s biggest ODI wins over England
With this 142-run win, India registered one of their biggest ODI victories against England in terms of runs. It ranks second on the list of their largest wins over England, just behind the 158-run victory in Rajkot (2008).
Biggest ODI wins for India vs England (by runs):
1️⃣ 158 runs – Rajkot, 2008
2️⃣ 142 runs – Ahmedabad, 2025
3️⃣ 133 runs – Cardiff, 2014
4️⃣ 127 runs – Kochi, 2013
5️⃣ 126 runs – Hyderabad, 2011
England’s woes continue
The English side failed across all departments, showing poor execution with bat, ball, and strategy. Their inability to counter India’s spin attack and find breakthroughs at crucial junctures ultimately led to their downfall.
With this dominant victory, India seals the ODI series 3-0, reinforcing their strength at home while England is left with serious questions about their ODI approach.