Published on 10:48 PM, September 16, 2020

Bairstow ton helps England post 302 for seven after terrible start

England's Jonny Bairstow celebrates his century. Photo: Reuters

After an awful start, England were able to post a commendable 302 for seven -- thanks to a magnificent century from Jonny Bairstow -- in the third and deciding ODI against Australia at Old Trafford in Manchester today.

Australia's Mitchell Starc stunned England with two wickets off the first two balls. However, Bairstow's 126-ball 112, laced with 12 boundaries and two maximums, helped England recover. 

Sam Billings' valuable 114-run fifth-wicket partnership with Bairstow and some quick runs down the order from all-rounder Chris Woakes helped England set a respectable total.