Joe Root becomes first England batter to be stranded one short of a century in ODI cricket history
Joe Root stood resilient, notching 99 runs as he propelled England towards a sensational four-wicket victory, equaling the series score.
His innings were vital for chasing down a target of 234 runs from India.
Notably, Root made history as the first English batsman to conclude an ODI on 99.
The cricketing world eagerly anticipates the series decider this Sunday at Lord's.
Root’s 99 Not Out Seals England ODI Win
- Joe Root hits unbeaten 99 as England level ODI series with India The Guardian —
- Joe Root happy to sacrifice ton for victory ESPN Cricinfo —
- Joe Root stranded on 99 but England level ODI series with win over India The Independent —
- Joe Root told Gus Atkinson ‘get it done’ as England level ODI series with India The Independent —
- Root delivers again for England to level ODI series against India Sky Sports —