Sat Sep 28 04:03:41 UTC 2024: ## England Thump Australia in Thrilling ODI at Lord’s

**London, England** – England roared back into the ODI series against Australia, securing a resounding 186-run victory in the fourth match at Lord’s, leveling the series at 2-2.

The match, shortened to 39 overs per side due to rain, witnessed a breathtaking display of power hitting from England. Opener Harry Brook top-scored with a solid 87, while Liam Livingstone’s blistering 27-ball 67, including a record-breaking 28 runs off Mitchell Starc’s final over, propelled England to a formidable 312/5.

Livingstone’s onslaught, featuring four massive sixes in the final over, saw him smash the most runs ever conceded by an Australian bowler in a single over in an ODI. This remarkable feat, combined with England’s earlier dominance in the middle overs, left Australia with an insurmountable target.

Australia, in their chase, were completely outmatched. They were bundled out for a meager 126, with Matthew Potts taking four wickets for England.

The series now heads to the final ODI, where the two sides will battle it out for the title.

**Key Moments:**

* Liam Livingstone’s record-breaking 28-run over against Mitchell Starc
* England’s dominant performance in the middle overs, scoring 197 runs for 4 wickets between overs 9-31
* Australia’s struggles to cope with England’s power-hitting
* Matthew Potts’ four-wicket haul

The final ODI promises to be a thrilling contest with both teams eager to secure victory.

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