India vs England 1st ODI Match Schedule: The much-anticipated ODI series between India and England is set to kick off, with both teams aiming to fine-tune their skills for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. After dominating the T20I series with a 4-1 win, India will be looking to carry forward their momentum into the 50-over format.
The action begins at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on February 6, where the two cricketing giants will battle it out in the first of three ODI matches. Here’s all the essential information you need ahead of the first ODI.
Ind vs Eng 1st ODI Match Date and Time
The first ODI between India and England will take place on February 6, 2025 at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. The match will start at 1:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:00 PM IST.
Ind vs Eng 1st ODI Match Pitch Report
Nagpur’s pitch has a reputation for producing high-scoring games. In the nine ODIs played at the ground, the average first-innings score stands at 288 runs. The highest total at this venue is 354 runs, posted by India against Australia in 2009, and the Indian team also successfully chased 351 runs in the same year. Expect another high-scoring encounter, with both teams eyeing big totals in this exciting contest.
Ind vs Eng 1st ODI Match Weather Report
The weather forecast for the opening match indicates no rain, ensuring a full game. It will be a mildly hot day, with temperatures expected to peak at 32°C and a low of 18°C. Fans attending the match should prepare for a warm but pleasant day of cricket.
Ind vs Eng 1st ODI Match Tickets
Tickets for the first ODI match can be purchased via the District App by Zomato or through the official website district.in. The app provides a smooth and user-friendly experience, allowing fans to select their seats based on budget and preferences, make secure payments, and download their digital tickets for easy access at the stadium.
Ind vs Eng ODI 2025 Squad
India ODI Squad
- Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy.
England ODI Squad
- Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Philip Salt, Jamie Smith, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.
Ind vs Eng 1st ODI predicted playing XI
India: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh
England : Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (WK), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overston, Brydon Carse,Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.
With the squad set and both teams eager to perform, the stage is set for an electrifying contest. Don’t miss the action as India and England battle for supremacy in the first ODI of the series!