England secured a vital 46-run victory over Australia in the fourth one-day international match at Chester-le-Street, keeping the series alive. Winning the toss and opting to bat first, England put up an impressive batting performance with Will Jacks scoring a rapid 84 and captain Harry Brook notching his maiden ODI century with 110 not out. Their partnership proved crucial in chasing down Australia’s target of 293.
Australia struggled initially with the ball due to seam movement but managed to post a competitive total of 293, with Mitchell Marsh hailing their effort. However, they were hampered by the absence of key spinner Adam Zampa.
Rain interrupted play in the later stages of the match but England were ahead on the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method, ultimately securing the victory. The final two matches of the series will be held at Lord’s and Bristol, with promising weather forecasts for both games.
The partnership between Jacks and Brook was the highlight of the match, with Brook’s century coming under challenging conditions early in the innings. Their controlled aggression and solid batting set a strong foundation for England’s victory. With England’s win, the series has taken an interesting turn, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion in the upcoming matches.
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