By The Sampadak Express
India and England are set to clash in a thrilling three-match ODI series, kicking off on February 6 (Thursday), as both teams look to finalize their preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The series promises to be an exciting contest, especially with both teams eager to perform after notable results in recent international tournaments.
India vs England ODI Series 2025: Overview
The upcoming ODI series will serve as a vital platform for both teams, with the focus on refining their strategies ahead of the Champions Trophy. The series is a chance for India to regroup after a tough defeat in their recent ODI series against Sri Lanka, while England is looking to bounce back from a disappointing showing in the 2023 ODI World Cup.
India enters the series with significant changes in their squad. The return of senior players like captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and KL Rahul brings much-needed experience to the squad, following a period of rebuilding under head coach Gautam Gambhir. India has only played three ODIs in the past year, all against Sri Lanka, and will be aiming to gain momentum after their first-ever series loss to Sri Lanka in 28 years.
On the other hand, England, led by Jos Buttler, is looking to recover from their below-par performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup. Their recent 4-1 T20I series loss to India in the T20I leg of the tour has left them with a point to prove, and they will be determined to make a statement in this 50-over format.
India vs England ODI Series 2025: Full Schedule
Match 1: February 6, 2025 (Thursday)
Match 2: February 8, 2025 (Saturday)
Match 3: February 10, 2025 (Monday)
All matches will be played in India, with exact venues to be confirmed. The matches will be pivotal as both teams are fine-tuning their squads for the high-stakes Champions Trophy in 2025.
India vs England ODI Series 2025: Squads
India ODI Squad:
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy,
England ODI Squad:
Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Philip Salt, Jamie Smith, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
India vs England ODI Series 2025: Live Streaming & Broadcast
For fans looking to follow the action live, the India vs England ODI series will be available for viewing on the Star Sports and Sports18 networks in India. Fans can also catch the live stream of the matches via the Disney+ Hotstar app and website, offering comprehensive coverage of the series.
What’s at Stake for Both Teams?
India: After suffering a rare ODI series defeat in Sri Lanka, India will be aiming to rebuild their reputation in the 50-over format with a strong showing against England. With senior players returning to the squad, the Indian team will look to gain the right momentum for the Champions Trophy 2025.
England: England has much to prove after their disappointing 2023 ODI World Cup campaign. The team will be focused on improving their performance and finding their rhythm ahead of the global tournament, particularly with key players like Jos Buttler, Joe Root, and Mark Wood leading the charge.
The India vs England ODI series 2025 promises to be a competitive and crucial encounter for both teams as they prepare for the Champions Trophy. With strong squads and high stakes, this three-match series is expected to offer plenty of exciting cricket action. Fans can tune in to watch the matches live on TV and through streaming platforms to catch all the drama and action as it unfolds.
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