India lost the fifth and final ODI against England

India lost the fifth and final ODI against visitor England by seven wickets on Sunday at the HPCA stadium in Dharamsala.

Ian Bell’s (113 not out) unbeaten century helped England to over past India’s target of 226 easily with 16 balls to bowl.

India off to a horrible start and lost some quick wickets. Only Suresh Raina’s 83 rescue the hosts to retain some pride. Jadeja (39) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (31) contributed with few runs. India ended with 226. For England Tim Bresnan took 4 wickets.

Although India lost the match but they win the series 3-2.

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