England beat Kiwis in last ODI - but lose one-day international series 1-2

England finally beat New Zealand in the 3-ODI series' last match by 34 runs at Trent Bridge Wednesday, yesterday.

However, England lost the 3-ODI series by 1-2 to the Kiwis.

Ian Bell made 82 but the innings was revitalised by Jos Buttler, who hit three sixes in 47 not out off 16 balls. Buttler shared 62 in 24 balls with Eoin Morgan (49) as England posted 287-6, scoring 76 runs in the last four overs.

James Tredwell (3-51) dislodged Martin Guptill (38), who made unbeaten tons in the first two games, and the Kiwis were 253 all out despite Ross Taylor's 71.

The win yesterday should be a good omen for the England ahead of the ICC Champions trophy that begins Thursday today with its first match between India and South Africa at Cardiff.

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