India’s Predicted Playing XI for the ODI Series Against England
Written by: Amitabh Nagar
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Last Updated: March 13, 2025
Nagpur will host the first game of the ODI clash between India and England on February 6. After that, they will play twice more, on February 9 and12. The upcoming matches continue the tense and exciting encounters between the two teams. They played each other five times in the T20I format in January-February, and India won 4-1.
Focus on Experienced Players
As each day passes, the Champions Trophy 2025 draws nearer, and India is one of the tournament favorites. The team views the matches against England as a crucial stage of preparation. Consequently, the expectations of having star players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma on the roster have been met. Several T20I regulars, such as Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Sanju Samson, have been excluded from the lineup. The emphasis on experienced players demonstrates India’s intention to maximize results.
India’s Predicted Playing XI:
- Rohit Sharma (top order);
- Shubman Gill (top order);
- Virat Kohli (top order);
- Shreyas Iyer (middle order);
- KL Rahul (WK, middle order);
- Hardik Pandya (all-rounder);
- Ravindra Jadeja (all-rounder);
- Mohammed Shami (bowler);
- Arshdeep Singh (bowler);
- Kuldeep Yadav (bowler);
- Harshit Rana (bowler).
Preparation for CT 2025
India last played an ODI match on its home turf in 2023, suffering a defeat in the ODI World Cup 2023 final against Australia. The national team is now focused on getting back on track. Officials, players, and fans view ODI matches as a significant opportunity to finalize preparations for the CT. The Three Lions are a formidable opponent, and India will use this time to finalize the line-up for CT 2025, enhance teamwork, and address flaws in their game.
