India vs England 1st ODI 2025: Match Review, Highlights & Key Moments
India defeated England by four wickets in the thrilling 1st ODI of their 2025 series at Nagpur on February 6. England set a challenging target, but India's strong chase, led by Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Axar Patel, ultimately secured the victory. Let’s dive into the match's key moments and takeaways.
England’s Innings: Strong Start but Batting Collapse
England won the toss and opted to bat first. Their openers, Phil Salt and Ben Duckett, set a promising tone with a 75-run partnership in the first 9 overs. However, a run-out of Salt for 43 triggered a dramatic collapse, as England quickly lost three wickets in two overs, slipping from 75/0 to 77/3.
- Phil Salt: 43
- Ben Duckett: 30
- Jos Buttler: 52
- Jacob Bethell: 52
Middle-Order Fightback from Buttler and Bethell
Despite the early collapse, Jos Buttler (52) and Jacob Bethell (52) fought back with a solid 94-run partnership. But India's bowlers, particularly Ravindra Jadeja, maintained control, and England could only muster 248 runs before being bowled out in 47.4 overs.
Top Bowlers for India:
- Ravindra Jadeja: 3/26 (9 overs)
- Mohammed Shami 1/38 (8 overs)
- Kuldeep Yadav: 1/53 (10 overs)
- Harshit Rana: 3/53 (7 overs)
India’s Chase: Rocky Start but Controlled Recovery
Chasing 249, India encountered early difficulties with Yashasvi Jaiswal (16) and Rohit Sharma (2) falling cheaply to England's pacers, leaving India at 19/2. However, Shreyas Iyer provided the spark with a blistering 59 off 36 balls, taking the game away from England.
Shubman Gill Anchors the Chase Alongside Iyer, Shubman Gill displayed his composure with a well-paced 87 off 97 balls, anchoring the chase and ensuring the required run rate was maintained. In a surprising move, Axar Patel was promoted up the order and responded with a vital 52 off 47 balls, further stabilizing the innings.
Though India lost a few wickets towards the end, they comfortably reached the target in 38.4 overs, winning by four wickets with 11.2 overs to spare.
Key Batters for India:
- Shubman Gill: 87 (97 balls)
- Shreyas Iyer: 59 (36 balls)
- Axar Patel: 52 (47 balls)
Key Takeaways from the India vs England 1st ODI:
- England’s Batting Collapse: Despite a strong start, England lost momentum due to quick wickets, posting a total of 248, which was below par.
- Ravindra Jadeja’s Impact: Jadeja's spell of 3/26 was a game-changer, breaking partnerships and limiting England’s scoring options.
- Shubman Gill’s Composed Chase: Gill’s consistency and ability to anchor the innings under pressure were pivotal in India’s successful chase.
- Axar Patel’s Crucial Contribution: Axar’s promotion worked wonders, as his 52 runs provided India with the stability they needed during the middle overs.
- England’s Bowling Struggled in Middle Overs: While England’s pace bowlers started strong, they failed to maintain pressure during the middle overs, allowing India to regain control.
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Captain’s Reactions Post-Match
Jos Buttler (England Captain):
"We started off strong, but the middle overs were our downfall. Losing quick wickets cost us the momentum. We need to improve our game for the next match."
Rohit Sharma (India Captain):
"It wasn’t an easy chase after those early wickets, but Iyer, Gill, and Axar did a great job in guiding us to victory. Our bowlers also kept things tight and stuck to the plan."
Player Of The Match : Shubman Gill
What’s Next for India vs England Series?
India now leads the 3-match ODI series 1-0. The second ODI will take place in Cuttack on February 9, 2025, where India will aim to seal the series, while England will look to bounce back and level the series.
Stay tuned for more updates from the India vs England 2025 ODI series and key moments from the next match!
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