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The much-anticipated India vs England 1st ODI is currently underway at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur, on February 6, 2025. England posted a total of 248 runs, and India now requires 249 runs to win the match. India’s chase has begun with openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma at the crease.
England's Innings Summary:
England, after winning the toss and opting to bat first, got off to an explosive start courtesy of Philip Salt and Ben Duckett. Salt scored a quick-fire 43 runs off just 26 balls, while Duckett contributed 32 runs off 29 balls. The pair’s aggressive batting put England in a strong position early on. However, India’s bowlers, especially Ravindra Jadeja (3/26) and Harshal Patel (3/53), tightened the screws and dismissed England for a total of 248 runs in 47.4 overs.
Despite Jos Buttler (52 off 67) and Jacob Bethell (51 off 64) contributing valuable fifties and putting up a crucial 59-run stand for the fifth wicket, England failed to capitalize on their early momentum. India’s bowlers restricted the run rate and applied pressure, ensuring that England did not build any significant partnerships down the order.
India’s Chase:
In response, India started their chase with a careful approach. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma are the opening batsmen, and both have been cautious early on. At the end of 3.4 overs, India’s score stands at 16/0. Jaiswal has scored 14 runs off 18 balls, while Sharma is yet to get off the mark, with 0 runs off 4 balls.
Jofra Archer and Saqib Mahmood are the opening bowlers for England, and they have kept the pressure on India’s openers. Archer bowled a tight first over, giving away only 1 run, while Mahmood also restricted India’s progress in his first spell.
Current Match Status:
- India: 16/0 in 3.4 overs
- England: 248 all out in 47.4 overs
- Target: 249
- Required Run Rate: 5.02 runs per over
What to Expect Next:
India needs 233 runs from 278 balls to win the match, and the required run rate stands at 5.02 runs per over. With both openers settling in, it is expected that the middle-order will need to anchor the chase and keep the scoreboard ticking. The match is still in its early stages, and the game remains evenly poised.
As India continues their chase, it will be crucial for Sharma and Jaiswal to build a steady partnership. England, on the other hand, will rely on their bowlers to keep the pressure high and take early wickets.
