South Africa wrap up ODI series as England have now lost eight of their 11 one-day clashes so far this year

South Africa wrapped up the series at Lord’s (Adam Davy/PA)

England came up short against South Africa for the second time in three days, losing the Metro Bank one-day international series with a game to spare following a tense five-run defeat Lord’s.

Harry Brook’s side took a record chase to the final ball, which Jofra Archer failed to hit for the six that would have forced a tie, but the Proteas skilfully defended an above-par 330 for eight under lights.

England have now lost eight of 11 one-dayers this year and head to Southampton on Sunday in need of a lift.

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