After an action-packed T20I series, India and England shift their focus to the three-match ODI series, starting with the 1st ODI at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on February 6, 2025. This series serves as crucial preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy, making every game an opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their combinations.
For India, this marks their first home ODI since the World Cup final heartbreak, while England aim to break their 40-year-long winless ODI series streak in India. With a mix of experienced stars and fresh faces, both teams will be eager to start on a strong note.
Match Details
- Fixture: India vs England, 1st ODI
- Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
- Date & Time: Thursday, February 6, 2025, 1:30 PM IST
- Live Broadcast & Streaming: Star Sports, Disney+ Hotstar , Vegas11
Team Previews
India
India’s squad sees the return of several senior players, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer. The bowling unit will be spearheaded by Mohammed Shami, while Arshdeep Singh will look to make an impact in Bumrah and Siraj’s absence.
Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel will compete for the all-rounder’s spot, while Washington Sundar and Rishabh Pant are in contention to break the right-handed-heavy batting lineup.
Probable XI:
Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, Washington Sundar, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel / Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav
England
England’s squad has a familiar look from the T20I series, but the return of Joe Root is a massive boost, particularly against India’s spinners. The visitors will rely on a pace-heavy attack led by Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, and Saqib Mahmood, with Adil Rashid providing the spin option.
Confirmed XI:
Ben Duckett, Phil Salt, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood
Pitch Report & Conditions
The Nagpur pitch is known for its balance between bat and ball. The average first-innings score here is 288, but with no ODIs played at the venue in six years, conditions remain somewhat unpredictable.
- Batting-friendly surface with early movement for pacers
- Dew factor in the evening could make chasing easier
- Captains might prefer to bowl first given past trends
Head-to-Head Record
- Total ODIs Played: 106
- India Wins: 58
- England Wins: 44
- No Result: 4
- 📌 Last ODI Series in India (2021): India won 2-1
Key Players to Watch
India
- Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma – Combined 529 runs in 8 ODIs at Nagpur
- Mohammed Shami – 5 dismissals in 9 ODIs vs. Jos Buttler
- Hardik Pandya – Returns to ODIs, key all-rounder for India
England
- Joe Root – England’s best player of spin, crucial in the middle overs
- Jofra Archer – X-factor bowler returning to rhythm
- Harry Brook – Averaging 71 in ODIs since 2023
Did You Know?
- India have won their last three ODIs in Nagpur
- Jos Buttler averages just 13.81 in 16 ODIs in India
- England last won an ODI series in India in 1984/85
Conclusion
This high-stakes opener is more than just a series fixture—it’s a stepping stone to the Champions Trophy. India will look to assert dominance at home, while England, under Jos Buttler’s leadership, will aim to rewrite history.
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Who will take the first step towards ODI glory? Stay tuned for an intense battle in Nagpur!