Reliable Root steps up again as England beat India to level series

Joe Root played a crucial role in England's victory, scoring an unbeaten 99 to guide his team to a four-wicket win against India. The win in the second one-day international in Cardiff levels the three-match series, with one match remaining. England's success was largely due to Root's impressive batting performance, which helped his team secure the win. The series is now poised for a thrilling finale with the final match to be played.

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