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CLAIM NOWToss Winner - England won the toss and choose to bat first
India beat England by 4 wickets
India have dominated England in 50-over cricket in recent years, emerging victorious in four of their last five meetings.
We are backing India as the favorites to win this game.
Tournament: | England tour of India, 2025 |
Format: | odi |
Venue: | Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur, India |
Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
Weather: | 25.3°C|Mist |
The England-India battle moves from the fast-paced T20 format to the longer game, with a three-match ODI series that has fans buzzing. The first ODI of the series will be played at Nagpur this Thursday. India edged out a 4-1 victory in the T20Is, but the ODI series presents a whole new ballgame with a different Indian team ready to go. Captain Rohit Sharma will be pushing for a home win, while England, under Jos Buttler, will be aiming to recover from their earlier struggles.
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India are gearing up for the ODI series with a well-rounded team that blends seasoned veterans and emerging young stars. At the top of the batting lineup, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill will provide both consistency and dynamic stroke play.
Recently, Rohit and Kohli have faced criticism for their underwhelming performances in red-ball cricket. However, they excel in the ODI format and are expected to perform well in this series.
The middle order features reliable players like Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul, while all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to take on a more aggressive role during the final overs.
On the bowling side, Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh are anticipated to open the bowling with the new ball. Shami has just made a comeback after a year away from the game, and Arshdeep is still gaining experience in ODIs. This combination might struggle against England’s powerful batsmen.
For spin options, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Ravindra Jadeja are likely to lead the attack. Kuldeep, in particular, could pose problems for England’s batsmen with his mix of googlies and leg-breaks.
Key Players: Shreyas Iyer, Kuldeep Yadav, Hardik Pandya
The leading run-scorer in the ODI matches played at Nagpur (325 runs in 5 matches), Virat Kohli will be eyeing for a comeback after a poor test series down under in Australia. The run-machine hasn't put a step wrong when it comes to ODI cricket and has always been at the top of his game. We back Kohli to come good in today's match and play an impactful knock.
Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh
Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Lokesh Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami
England will be looking to redeem themselves in the ODI format after their defeat in the T20I series. Their recent performances in 50-over matches have been disappointing, with losses against Australia at home (2-3) and the West Indies abroad (1-2).
To improve their standing, England’s strong batting lineup needs to produce substantial scores. Key players like Jos Buttler, Joe Root, and Harry Brook have the ability to rack up big scores. Root, in particular, thrives in Indian conditions, boasting an ODI average of 49.16 against them here. Brook is a dynamic young batsman who has impressed in various settings and is likely to enjoy playing in these conditions.
At the top of the order, Ben Duckett and Phil Salt will provide aggressive starts, while Liam Livingstone and Jamie Overton are expected to contribute quick runs in the middle and lower order.
In terms of bowling, Jofra Archer and Saqib Mahmood can be England’s main wicket-takers with the new ball. Their speed and ability to create movement off the pitch could challenge India’s batsmen. Brydon Carse was another pacer who impressed in the T20I series and will be backed to make an impact in this series too. Additionally, Adil Rashid had an excellent T20I series, frequently causing problems for India’s batters. Expect similar performances from the leg-spinner in the ODI matches.
Key Players: Joe Root, Harry Brook, Adil Rashid
Root is coming off a phenomenal SA20 season, where he scored 279 runs in 8 matches. This will be his first ODI since 2023. He seems to have peaked at the right time ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, and in the 16 ODI matches played in India, Root has scored 571 runs at an average of 40.78. Given his current form he is the best batter to bet on in today's match/
England averaged 53 runs in the first 10 overs of ODI matches played in 2024, with an average loss of two wickets in the powerplay overs. At Nagpur, the surface offers some assistance to fast bowlers early in the innings. With India's seam bowling attack in good form, expect a moderate scoring powerplay.
Phil Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, Saqib Mahmood
Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Brydon Carse, Philip Salt, Jos Buttler, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer
The Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium offers a balanced surface, with something for both batters and bowlers. Early on, pacers can extract movement, particularly under lights, while spinners become more effective as the game progresses. The pitch tends to slow down, making shot-making trickier in the middle overs. Dew could play a role, favoring the team batting second if conditions become damp.
The weather forecast shows a bright, clear, and pleasant day in Nagpur with no rain in sight.
The average score batting first at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium is 288. The highest total posted here is India’s 354-7 versus Australia back in 2009, a game they won by 99 runs. These records show that we can expect a great batting strip at the venue with both teams eyeing a score in the range of 280-300 runs.
The pitch at VCA, Nagpur offers a balanced track where both batters and bowlers get assistance. Both teams come into this contest on the back of some high scoring games in the T20I series. The average total match score in the last three ODI matches played at this venue is 559 runs.
Six of the nine ODIs played at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium have been won by the chasing side. Going by these stats, it’s very likely that the team winning the toss will opt to field first here and take advantage of dew under lights.
This India-England ODI series carries massive weight for both teams. With the ICC Champions Trophy just around the corner, these matches offer a critical opportunity to work out any kinks and lock in their final team combinations. Playing at home, India hold all the cards and should dominate proceedings. But England shouldn't be written off despite their recent struggles in ODIs - they've got bowlers who can trouble even the best batting lineups, and their aggressive batters could thrive on these batting-friendly pitches. That said, India's home record and stronger overall squad make them clear favorites to win this one.
We are backing India as the favorites to win this game.
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