Wed Feb 12 21:24:39 UTC 2025: ## India Clinches 3-0 ODI Whitewash Over England

**Ahmedabad, India** – India completed a comprehensive 3-0 series sweep against England with a dominant 142-run victory in the third One Day International (ODI) at the Narendra Modi Stadium. India’s batsmen laid the foundation for the win, posting a formidable 356 runs thanks to centuries from Shubman Gill (112) and half-centuries from Shreyas Iyer (78) and Virat Kohli (52).

England’s chase got off to a promising start, reaching 60 runs in 6.2 overs. However, once both openers fell, their innings crumbled. India’s spinners, particularly Harshit Rana (2/31) and Axar Patel (2/X), choked the English batting order in the middle overs, picking up crucial wickets and delivering maiden overs. Arshdeep Singh (2/33) also bowled effectively.

England’s middle order struggled against the spin, failing to build any significant partnerships. Key wickets of Joe Root and Jos Buttler effectively ended any hopes of a comeback. They were eventually bowled out for 214 runs.

While India’s batting performance was impressive, concerns remain about their ability to take early wickets with the new ball. Despite the series win, both teams will need to address weaknesses ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy. For India, the absence of Jasprit Bumrah remains a concern, while England must find a way to combat spin bowling more effectively and improve their middle-order batting consistency. Hardik Pandya’s all-around contributions were vital for India throughout the series.

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