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England<\/strong> made a great turn to defeat India<\/strong> in the ODI series after recovering from the loss in the first game. The hosts sealed the streak with a 27-run victory in the decider at Lord’s, capping off a successful white-ball campaign that also included a T20I series triumph.<\/p>\n After winning the series, the captain of the England team Harry Brooke<\/strong><\/a> – praised the head coach Brendan McCallum<\/strong> for an important tactical suggestion at a crucial stage of the match. Brooke revealed that a short conversation with an ex New Zealand<\/strong> the skipper helped England regain control when India looked set to chase down a massive target.<\/p>\n India’s chase gained momentum thanks to By Rohit Sharma<\/strong> brilliant century, putting pressure on England during the middle covers. Looking for a breakthrough, Brook consulted McCullum briefly before making crucial changes to his bowling. The England skipper introduced a part-time spinner Jacob Bethel<\/strong> into the attack, a move that proved decisive as the young all-rounder dismissed Rohit and swung the momentum back in England’s favour.<\/p>\n “It was a tough little spell. They were obviously ahead of the game and playing really well. I decided to go and have a quick chat with Baz to get his thoughts. He said, ‘Try Beth, a bit of a different spinner to what we have when he gets him on the field’, and luckily it worked. The communication was great throughout the T20s and ODIs.”<\/em> said Brooke.<\/p>\n ALSO READ: Mohammad Kaif explains India’s biggest concerns after England’s ODI series defeat<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Brook praised the resilience shown by his side after the opening ODI defeat, saying the team’s belief and cohesion played a major role in completing the comeback. England posted a record total of 387\/3 at Lord’s, built around by Ben Duckett<\/strong> a magnificent 141, while Joe Ruth<\/strong> and If Butler<\/strong><\/a> also made valuable contributions. Despite Rohit keeping India in the contest with a superb score of 138, England held their nerve in the closing stages to secure a 27-run victory and wrap up the series 2-1.<\/p>\n “I’m very happy with the way we performed throughout the series. To come from 1-0 down and fight back, the camaraderie and the belief to win 2-1 in the end is a credit to the team, the coaches and a great performance.”<\/em> said Brooke.<\/p>\n Brook also admitted that juggling managerial duties across all formats in the future would be difficult, but said he would consider the opportunity if it ever presented itself.<\/p>\nHarry Brook recognizes Brendon McCullum as a key tactical challenge<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Brooke is delighted after England’s memorable series win<\/strong><\/h2>\n