πππππ :Β India vs England
ππππ : February 06, Thursday
ππππ : 13:30β PM IST
πππππ : Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur, India
ππππππππππ : 1st ODI 2025
India have dominated England in 50-over cricket in recent years, emerging victorious in four of their last five meetings.
- Rohit Sharma averages 48.26 versus England in ODI cricket with two hundreds and four fifties.
- A score above 280 should be competitive at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium.
- The highest run chase achieved at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium is Indiaβs 351-4 (49.3 overs) versus Australia in 2013.
India vs England
TV channels: The fans can watch the match live on Hotstar
Live Streaming: Live streaming of the match will be available on the FAFA191 Cricket Exchange India and website.
IND vs ENG Match Prediction & Analysis
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.
TEAMS PREVIEW
India Preview
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.
England Preview
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, Englandβs 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.
Weather Conditions
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.
IND vs ENG Pitch Report
The average score batting first at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium is 288. The highest total posted here is Indiaβs 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.
Toss: To Bowl
Six of the nine ODIs played at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium have been won by the chasing side. Going by these stats, itβs very likely that the team winning the toss will opt to field first here and take advantage of dew under lights.
