Sun Feb 09 13:35:49 UTC 2025: ## Floodlight Glitch Delays India’s Chase in Thrilling ODI Against England

**Cuttack, India:** A brief floodlight interruption couldn’t dim the excitement of the second ODI between India and England at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. India, chasing a challenging 304-run target, resumed their innings after a temporary stoppage. Before the break, the match saw Rohit Sharma achieve a significant milestone, surpassing Chris Gayle to become the second-highest six-hitter in ODI history with 332 maximums. Only Shahid Afridi (351) sits ahead of him.

England, batting first, posted a formidable 304 all out despite a three-wicket haul from Ravindra Jadeja (3/35). A strong opening partnership of 81 runs between Ben Duckett (65) and Phil Salt laid the foundation, while Joe Root’s steady 69 and a quickfire 41 from Liam Livingstone propelled them past the 300-run mark.

India made two changes to their lineup, bringing in Virat Kohli and Varun Chakravarthy in place of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav respectively. India began their chase strongly, setting up a tense encounter with the floodlight issue adding an extra layer of drama. The match continues.

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