Deepti Sharma ran out Charlotte Dean for backing up too far at the non-striker's end.
Chasing 170 to win, England were reeling at 118/9 before Charlotte Dean (47) and Freya Davies (10*) added 35 runs for the final wicket to make things interesting.
Just when it seemed that the duo will take the home team over the line, Deepti ran out Dean for backing up too far at the non-striker's end.
As a result, the Women in Blue won the match by 16 runs and clinched the series 3-0.
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"Not happy with the result, we bowled really well, we just needed a bigger partnership. The last dismissal divides opinion. I'm not a fan but it depends how India feel about it. It's within the rules, hopefully doesn't take the shine off the summer," said Jones at the post-match presentation ceremony.
The England captain acknowledged that the series was a learning experience for her team and they are looking forward to have Heath Knight back in the squad.
"It's been a massive learning experience. We learnt the hard way in the 2nd ODI with some practical errors. The girls have been supportive. We're looking forward to have Heath [Knight] back," she added.
Amy Jones also lauded Charlotte Dean for her herculean effort with the bat in the final ODI.
"The average age is pretty low and Capsey, Kempy and it has been a brilliant summer for us. Charlotte Dean looked good out there, she absorbed the pressure and knuckled down - not sure she was getting out any other way," she said.
Coming to the run out at the non-striker's end, this form of dismissal has been legalized by the ICC. Thus, there should be no debate about 'Spirit of Cricket' around it.