England vs South Africa: Harry Brook’s team beaten at Lord’s to lose series

England’s struggles in white-ball cricket continued as they lost to South Africa by five runs in the second ODI, conceding the series with a game to spare. Chasing 331, England fell short at 325-9 despite notable performances from Jacob Bethell (58), Joe Root (61), and Jos Buttler (61), leaving them at risk of a home series clean sweep for the first time since 2006.

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