India vs England 1st ODI Highlights: India secured a comfortable four-wicket win over England while chasing 249 in 38.4 overs, thanks to a brilliant 87 from Shubman Gill and a fiery 59 off 36 balls by Shreyas Iyer.
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India
251/6 (38.4)
England
248 (47.4)
Match Ended ( Day – 1st ODI )
India beat England by 4 wickets
Chasing 249, India had a shaky start as Yashasvi Jaiswal (15) and skipper Rohit Sharma (2) fell early to Jofra Archer and Saqib Mahmood, leaving them at 19/2. However, Gill anchored the innings with 14 boundaries, and Iyer counterattacked with an aggressive knock, hitting nine fours and two sixes at a strike rate of 163.88.
Axar Patel contributed with a composed 52 off 47, while Ravindra Jadeja (12*) and Hardik Pandya (9*) finished the chase comfortably. Mahmood and Adil Rashid picked up two wickets each, but England’s bowling attack lacked penetration.
Earlier, England posted 248 in 47.4 overs, with Jos Buttler (52) and Jacob Bethell (51) scoring fifties. Phil Salt (43) provided a fiery start, but England suffered a collapse, losing three wickets for no runs at 77.
India vs England Highlights, 1st ODI
India’s bowling attack kept England in check, with Ravindra Jadeja (3/26) and debutant Harshit Rana (3/53) leading the charge. Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav chipped in with a wicket each.
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma in his future plans
“How is it relevant that I talk about my future plans here when we have three ODIs and the Champions Trophy coming up? The reports have been going on for a number of years,” Rohit told reporters on Wednesday. “I’m not here to clarify them. For me right now, these three games and then the Champions Trophy are very important. My focus is on these games, we’ll see what happens after that.”
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Rohit Sharma retruns
Rohit returns to the helm after T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav guided a dominant India to a 4-1 T20 series win over England. Asked if he was confident returning to the format in which he can be devastating, Rohit appeared irritated by the line of questioning before Thursday’s opening game in Nagpur.
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Key details
The match between India (IND) and England (ENG) will take place on 6th February as part of the ODI series. The game is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM IST and will be held at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. Stay updated with the latest action through the live score for IND vs ENG.
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Dream 11 prediction
Keepers – Jos Butler, Rishabh Pant
• Batsmen – Virat Kohli, Joe Root (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal
• All-rounders – Hardik Pandya (c), Ravindra Jadeja, Liam Livingstone
• Bowlers – Mohammad Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Brydon Carse
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Top picks
Hardik Pandya – The Indian all-rounder has proven his mettle as both a right-handed batter and a right-arm medium-fast bowler. In 86 ODI appearances, he has scored 1,769 runs and taken 84 wickets, demonstrating his all-around capabilities.
Yashasvi Jaiswal – The dynamic left-handed batter from India is set to make his ODI debut. Known for his aggressive approach and fearless stroke play, he is expected to make an immediate impact on the international stage.
Joe Root – The seasoned England batter anchors the top order with his reliable right-handed stroke play. With 6,522 runs from 171 ODI matches, Root’s consistency and experience make him a key figure in England’s batting lineup.
Virat Kohli – The experienced right-handed batter has amassed an impressive 13,906 runs in 295 ODIs. Renowned for his consistency and exceptional ability in run chases, Kohli continues to be a vital asset for India in all formats.
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Head-to-head record
India and England have a long-standing rivalry in One-Day Internationals, with both teams having played a total of 102 matches against each other. Of these, India has claimed victory in 58 matches, while England has triumphed in 44. This head-to-head record highlights the competitive nature of their encounters, with both teams having their fair share of successes. As the two teams gear up for their upcoming ODI series, the historical context of their matchups will add extra intrigue to the contest, as they look to further their dominance in this format.
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Full squads
India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Varun Chakravarthy, KL Rahul, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar
England: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson, Mark Wood, Jamie Overton, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Smith, Jofra Archer
IND vs ENG Live Score, 1st ODI: Pitch and weather report
The pitch at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium typically supports spinners, although batters can score well once they settle in. Chasing has proven advantageous here, with eight out of eleven ODIs won by teams batting second. Spinners are likely to get some turn, while pacers may use slower deliveries to gain an edge. The weather in Nagpur is expected to be warm, with temperatures between 17 to 31°C. A full 50-over match is expected, with no rain interruptions anticipated.
Welcome to the live coverage of the 1st ODI between India and England! Both teams are gearing up for an exciting showdown at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur, as they aim to fine-tune their preparations for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. With India looking to carry their T20I momentum into the 50-over format and England eager to bounce back after a tough World Cup, this promises to be a thrilling contest. Stay with us for live updates, key moments, and in-depth coverage throughout the match!