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Joe Root



Joseph Edward Root is an English international?cricket player?who is the present?captain?of?England?in?Test cricket. Joe Root also represents?Yorkshire?in domestic cricket. Root was part of the England squad that won the?2019 Cricket World Cup?and was England's leading run-scorer in the tournament. Joe Root was originally a right-handed?opening batsman?and occasional?off-spinner. However, he has played the majority of his cricket for England in the middle order. He made his debut for England in the?2012 Test series in India?and made his ODI and?Twenty20 International?debuts on the same tour, before scoring his maiden Test century at his home ground of?Headingley?the following spring against?New Zealand.?New Zealand?batting great?Martin Crowe?described Root as one of the young "Fab Four" of Test cricket along with?Steve Smith,?Kane Williamson,?and?Virat Kohli.



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India vs England: We need to be in our top game in order to defeat India in India says, Joe Root.



India vs England: English skipper Joe Root says they need to be in their top game in order to defeat India in their own soil. Even though we have got a clean sweep against Sri Lanka but challenge against India is something much higher and their players are in the top-notch form.



Ahead of the Test series against India, Joe Root reckons India to be the best team in the world in their home conditions.



Root led his side from the front setting an example for the younger. He played two blistering innings of 228 and 186 runs in the first and second test respectively. Root says he is eagerly waiting to play against India in India.



?We?ve got four very important games against arguably the best team in the world in their own conditions,? Root said after the second Test against Sri Lanka.



?We will have to play our best game against them. They are the quality opposition and given their home conditions they become even more deadly,? Root added.



England and India will be undergoing a six days quarantine rules before stepping out for the training.



Root said the confidence they have got after win against Sri Lanka will help them to tackle the challenge of mighty Indians.



?We have got sever or eight days of no cricket. Six days quarantine and then some days of preparations for the upcoming series.?



?We have got a huge amount of confidence after winning those two games and looking forward to carrying the momentum against India as well.?



<h2>England team has done progress in excelling in away conditions: Joe Root</h2>



English skipper says the side has done tremendous work in learning the away conditions. That?s why they have been successful against Sri Lanka.



?Yeah, there is obviouslya progress. We have struggled in past adapting the conditions away from home but we have picked a right pace. We are playing good cricket in foreign soil so it is a good sign for us.?



?To defeat India in India, taking 20 wickets constantly will help us. If we can get those 20 wickets and we are able to put up a good score on board, we will defeat India. We have to stay hungry for our stuff throughout the series.?



Root is delighted to welcome key components of the test squad.



?Ya, we need our best players out in India. Very happy to welcome Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer. They can come instrumental in winning the games in India.?



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India vs England: We need to be in our top game in order to defeat India in India says, Joe Root

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ICC Player of the Month Award: Rishabh Pant along with two other international stars nominated for ICC Men?s Player of the Month.



ICC Player of the Month Award: Team India?s historic win architect Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the ICC Men?s Player of the Month award by the International Cricket Council along with England skipper Joe Root and Ireland cricketer Paul Stirling.



The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken an initiative to appreciate and celebrate the best performer of the month in men and women?s category across all the three international cricket format. The inaugural nominees of the award are team India wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, Ireland cricketer Paul Stirling and England skipper Joe Root.



Rishabh Pant against Australia performed out of the box and scored 97 at Sydney which held the foundation for the draw and a classy unbeaten 89 at Brisbane to ensure the series win against Australia in Australia.



England skipper Joe Root has been nominated for his power-packed performance against Sri Lanka in the two test games. Root scored 228 and 186 to lead his side to a 2-0 easy win at Sri Lanka.



While the third in the list is Paul Stirling, he played two ODI against UAE and three against Afghanistan where he amassed three centuries.



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<h2>ICC Player of the Month Award for Women's</h2>



Among the Women?s cricketer, South Africa?s Shabnim Ismail and Marizanne Kapp and Pakistan?s Diana Baig are announced as the nominees for the inaugural award.



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Baig featured in three ODIs and two Twenty20 games against South Africa and she scalped nine wickets in the three ODIs. She became the leading wicket-taker of the series.



Shabnim Ismail played two T20Is and three ODIs against Pakistan and took seven wickets. She even picked five wickets in the second T20I game against Pakistan.



Ismail?s counterpart all-rounder Marizanne Kapp played the equal number of games and amassed 115 runs at a strike rate of 110.57. Kapp picked three wickets in the ODI series against Pakitan which landed her in the list of nominees of the inaugural award of the month.



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ICC Player of the Month Award:  Rishabh Pant along with two other international stars nominated for ICC Men?s Player of the Month

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IPL 2021: Mitchell Starc and Joe Root opt-out ahead of the IPL 2021 auctions.



Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021: Australian senior seamer Mitchell Starc opt out of the Indian Premier League yet another time. Starc as per the reports has not registered for the auctions that are slated for 18th February 2021. Along with Aussie pacer, England?s test skipper Joe Root also opt-out of the Indian Premier League.



Both the players were reported to focus on their games and prepare for the upcoming World Test Championship and World T20I Cup.



However, Bangladesh?s all-rounder Shakib-al Hasan along with 1096 other players has registered for the fourteenth edition of Indian Premier League. All these players will head to the IPL auctions along with the released players.



Son of Indian legend, Arjun Tendulkar also signed in for the auctions at a base price of INR 20 lakhs.



As many as 814 domestic players have shown their interest in the auctions while 283 overseas cricketers have also registered. In the overseas slot, West Indies gave the maximum entries - 51- for the IPL auctions.



Mitchell Starc yet another time opted out of the T20 extravaganza while test skipper of England Joe Root did the same. Tom Banton along with Harry Gurney also didn?t show interest in playing the T20 League.



All these players want to focus on their techniques and want to make their place in their respective national Test teams.



Shakib after successfully completing the ban has returned to international cricket with a bang. The all-rounder was given the Man of the Match and Man of the Series against West Indies.



The Bangladesh?s cricketer has registered for the highest base price of INR 2 Crore while Indian pacer S Sreesanth registered for a base price of INR 75 Lakhs.



Apart from these, Harbhajan Singh, Kedar Jadhav, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Moeen Ali,? Sam Billings, Jason Roy, Mark Wood, Liam Plunkett and Colin Ingram all these released players have set their base price at INR 2 Crores.



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IPL 2021: Mitchell Starc and Joe Root opt-out ahead of the IPL 2021 auctions

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India vs England: Joe Root proved he belongs in the same league of Kohli, Smith and Williamson: Nasser Hussain.



India vs England 1st Test: England test skipper Joe Root has shattered all the questions of his critics who questioned his place in ?Fab Four? with his back-to-back tons. Root in the ongoing first Test against England in Chennai has scored over 150 runs and still unbeaten at the crease.



The former England skipper Nasser Hussain feels, Root has proved that he belongs to the same league of Virat Kohli, Steve Smith and Kane Williamson.



Root who faced a lot of criticism last year after he failed miserably to reach a single ton, has been in an impressive form in 2021. Right from the beginning of 2021, ROot has been enduring a good time in the ground as he has amassed three back to back hundreds. Two against Sri Lanka and one against India in the first test.



The three centuries consists of one double ton while the other in Sri Lanka ended after 150 and the recent one against India is still unbeaten after scoring 150.



?It?s fitting that Joe Root proved he?s a true great by scoring a hundred in his 100th Test,? Hussain wrote in his column for ?Sky Sports?.



?Some people were starting to doubt if he belongs to that group of Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson and Steve Smith when he went through a lean patch last year ? but don?t forget he was still averaging 40 in that period!? Hussain added.



?During the long break enforced by lockdown and the pandemic he thought ?how am I going to go back to being the Joe Root that I was??



He has worked really tough in his style and technique and that?s why he is getting good results.?



<h2>Ian Bell also praised Joe Root for his brilliant form:</h2>



Nasser Hussain counterpart Ian Bell also praised Root and looked in the same page like Hussain.



?Joe Root himself has told he has not got a single century in 2020 and he has really looked into himself during the forced covid-19 break. In the recent three Tests, every one his watching him and praising him, that?s how you get results,? Ian Bell.



?Little that I know, he has been extremely working hard and his hunger to get better paid him off. He looked into his technical side which was a golden time for him.?



?It is the perfect start to the year when you are against India in India and you play Ashes in Australia, these are some crucial series and most important career-defining. Root has been in a good form in early 2021 and would want to carry that long.?



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India vs England: Joe Root proved he belongs in the same league of Kohli, Smith and Williamson: Nasser Hussain

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India vs England: Joe Root becomes the first batsman to score a double ton on 100th Test match.



India vs England: England test skipper Joe Root becomes the first test batsman to score a double ton on his 100th Test match. Root on Saturday against India during the first innings of the 1st Test match at Chennai achieved this feat. Root came dancing down the track and lofted a Ravichandran Ashwin delivery over long-on to reach this incredible milestone with a six on day two of the first Test in Chennai.



Root is in the form of his life and performed scintillating knocks in the last three outings. He even scored 150+ runs in each test he played in 2021 - two against Sri Lanka and one against India.



England skipper, against India, scored his 5th double ton and his 3rd as a skipper. In the last three innings, this is his second double hundred and is in red hot touch in the ground.



He even joins the list of Australian legend Sir Don Bradman in scoring three 150+ runs score on the trot. Root becomes the second international cricketer to achieve this milestone after Don Bradman.



Pakistan?s Inzamam-ul-Haq was the highest scorer in the 100th Test game, he scored 184 in his 100th test appearance while Joe Root surpassed him to make the highest score in the 100th test outing. He scored 218 runs before given leg before.



Earlier on Friday, 1st Day of India-England test match, Root joined the list that featured player with a century on their 100th test appearance. He becomes the third England cricketer and ninth overall to score a ton.



Skipper?s scintillating performance against India has put England on the ride. At the stumps on Day 2, England is 555 for eight wickets. Joe Root was accompanied by his fellow Ben Stokes, and Dom Sibley to put a mammoth total against India.



England still have Jack Leach and Dominic Bess batting and will hope to score as many runs as possible.



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India vs England: Joe Root becomes the first batsman to score a double ton on 100th Test match

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India vs England: Opting out of IPL was a difficult call: Joe Root.



India vs England: England skipper Joe Root says his decision to opt-out of IPL 2021 auction was a tough call for him for the third consecutive year. He explained he took the call taking into consideration the packed year of national cricket for England and he don?t want to miss out on that.



As many as 292 players will go under the hammer for the coming IPL auction on 18th February and Root?s English counterpart Moeen Ali, Mark Wood and Jason Roy will be the part of it.



?"It's a very difficult decision. I am desperate to be part of an IPL season and hopefully, a few more beyond," Root said.



England is in the contention of the only spot for the ICC Test Championship Finals at Lords later this year and they have won the first game out of four at Chennai. They need two more wins from three games to seal the spot for Finals.



"With the amount of Test cricket, in particular, this year, didn't feel like it was the right time, didn't feel like I could throw all my energy into it, which I think it deserves.?



"I don't think it would serve English cricket best with what's to come... So, a very difficult decision. Hopefully next year, there's more of an opportunity to potentially be a part of the IPL, or at least be in the auction."?



Root also talked about the challenges for the second test against India.



?We are in a good position, 1-0 and will take the momentum forward. There is going to be some challenges as the surface will offer more movement.?



England will be happy to take on India with one game in their favour. Both the sides for the second test at Chennai have made changes to rest the key players and keep them fresh for the coming games.



<h2>India playing 11 for the second test:?</h2>



Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant (wk), Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Siraj.



<h2>England playing 11 for the second test:</h2>



Rory Burns, Dominic Sibley, Daniel Lawrence, Joe Root (c), Ben Stokes, Ollie Pope, Ben Foakes (wk), Moeen Ali, Stuart Broad, Jack Leach, Olly Stone.



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India vs England: Opting out of IPL was a difficult call: Joe Root

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India vs England: Joe Root blames the pitch at Modi Stadium, Rohit Sharma defends.



India vs England: England skipper Joe Root blames the pitch and surface used at revamped Narendra Modi Stadium. According to him, ?wicket was the real shame? while Rohit Sharma counters and said ?wickets had no demons?. The Pink ball test ended within two days as England were rattled by spin duo Axar Patel and Ravichandran Ashwin.



The rank turner aided tweakers as they picked 27 wickets out of 30 on the surface in a little over five sessions. Indian Axar Patel picked 11 wicket haul, Ashwin got 7 scalps while Joe Root picked his five-for and Jack Leach got 4 wickets.



With the result of the loss to England, they are out of the contention of ICC World Test Championship berth of the second finalist. While India and Australia are still in the race.



<h2>Root said, 'it's a real shame'</h2>



?It?s a real shame because it?s a fantastic stadium, 40,000 people have come to watch a brilliant, iconic Test match and I feel for them,? he said. The fans have come here to watch the battle of Jimmy Anderson and Virat Kohli, Ravi Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah troubling the batsmen.



?Ishant Sharma who played his 100th test got just a few over to the bowl, Jasprit Bumrah and our pacers have the same story. The crowd came to watch the battle of the best to the best and they got to see me getting a five-for. I feel like the crowd has been robbed.?



<h2>Rohit Sharma countered Root </h2>



Rohit Sharma who scored a brilliant and confident fifty in the second innings and 25 runs in the fourth innings, countered Root?s statement and said, ?the pitch had no real demons?.



It was pretty good to bat on once the batsmen get settled. Players from both sides made mistakes, most of the wickets fell in straight deliveries which is bizarre. The batsmen have to trust his defence and back himself. You need good concentration to defend the good deliveries and punish any loose.



?To be honest, on a pitch like that.. the pitch didn?t do anything. If I can recollect, most of the batsmen got out to straighter deliveries. Not just them, we, as a batting unit, made a lot of mistakes. We didn?t bat well in the first innings. The pitch had nothing as such, no such demons as we call. It was a nice pitch to bat on, once you?re in, you can score runs as well,? Rohit said during a virtual press conference.



?But again, you just need to apply and keep concentrating on a pitch like that. To score runs, you need more concentration on a pitch like that,? he added.



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India vs England: Joe Root blames the pitch at Modi Stadium, Rohit Sharma defends

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ICC Player of the Month (February) Ashwin, Root and Kyle Mayers nominated.



ICC Player of the Month: Team India?s off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, England Test skipper Joe Root and West Indies new batting sensation Kyle Mayers have been nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award for the outstanding performances in the month of February.



International Cricket Council earlier this year started an initiative to promote the best performances of the month in the Cricketing field. The winner of the inaugural ICC Player of the Month award was Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant. The left-handed batsman showed tremendous grit and confidence against Australia to retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy in January.



Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin scored a brilliant century against England in the second test in front of his home crowd in Chennai and also picked his 400th wickets in Test cricket in the penultimate test match. He was also rewarded as the Man of the Match in the second test game against England.



?Scoring a total of 176 runs across these games with taking a total of 24 wickets, Ashwin is the deserving candidate to be nominated in the men?s category for February,? the ICC release stated.



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England test skipper Joe Root again found his way to the awards nominee list. Root in the test series against India amassed brilliant 333 runs with the bat which also involves one sizzling test double ton. Performing with the ball, Root picked six wickets which include a five-for.



The West Indies test debutant, Kyle Mayers scored a match-winning knock of 210 runs against Bangladesh and chased down 395 total with ease in Chittagong.?



While in the Women?s list, English cricketer Tammy Beaumont and Nat Sciver alongside Brooke Halliday from New Zealand are nominated for the ICC Player of the Month Award.



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ICC Player of the Month (February) Ashwin, Root and Kyle Mayers nominated

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India vs England 4th Test: Pitch looks similar to the previous one: Joe Root.



India vs England 4th Test: England skipper on Wednesday said that the pitch for the last test match looks very much similar to that they saw in the second and third test match. Root also tola that players are now ready to accept the challenge and have learnt their lessons from the past two trounces.



IN the four-game test series, India is ahead of England with a 2-1 lead. India needs to win the last game or at least take it to a draw and they will qualify for the ICC World Test Championship final.



?It?s (the pitch) looking very similar?I think the most important thing is that we learn all the lessons from the last two, two test matches and make sure we?re back for it,? Root said.



He further told that we want to bounce back and will try to get some pressure off the scoreboard. He also said that there is no point in discussing the tracks. Everyone had their own predefined definition of good and bad pitches but his players strive for a fantastic show of cricket by them.



?We have nicely done our homework and will try to implement here in the game against India. We just try to be better with the pitch here and outplay India. This will sum up a very nice tour for us.?



?As batsmen when you fail to put up good runs and partnerships, you look at yourselves and try to get better and improve.?



Root said that they have found ways to get runs off the board and build nice partnerships if the surface behaves the same this time around.



As of now, England is up for the last test with two changes in the playing 11. Dom Bess and Dan Lawerence are in for Jofra Archer and Stuart Broad.



To finish off the conversation, Root backed all the English players who are out of form lately, especially Ben Stokes. He said I hope he comes back on track and gets good runs for us for one final time in this series.



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India vs England 4th Test: Pitch looks similar to the previous one: Joe Root

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Pat Cummins, the veteran Australian skipper, is highly unlikely to play in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. With Australia supposed to kickstart their campaign from the 22nd of February against England in the ICC Champions Trophy, Cummins's return seems highly unlikely. 
Pat Cummins turned down the Sri Lanka tour in order to be with his family, as they are expecting the birth of their second child. However, alongside family duties, Cummins is also battling the ankle strain he faced during his intense spells in the BGT. 
Likely with Pat Cummins, fellow paceman <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josh_Hazlewood">Josh Hazlewood</a> is also being ruled out due to injury and is highly unlikely to make it to the Champions Trophy and might have to be replaced, as Mitchell Starc remains the only lead fast bowler for Australia. 
However, tough times are to be battled with, and hence, Australia would also need their younger players to step into the shoes of the two great pacers. Though this underlying article includes pace bowlers for the replacement of the two, a spinner also makes his way into the squad due to the undue advantage for spinners in the tracks of Pakistan. 
<h2 dir="ltr">3 Players Who Can Replace Cummins as a Bowler in Australia’s ICC Champions Trophy Squad</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1. Sean Abbott</h3>
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Sean Abbott as a like-to-like replacement for Sean Abbott (Image Credit: X)
Though the Australian nation is known to have several pacers who have done a considerable job with the white ball, Abbott has emerged as one of the most experienced names to have played some amount of international white-ball cricket across several nations in the world. 
Sean Abbott, with less than 30 ODIs played, has gone on to score a decent 350+ runs for Australia while also picking 29 wickets with the ball. Abbott can be a like-to-like replacement for the injured skipper, as he also has considerable batting talent alongside being a wicket-taker with the ball. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2. Spencer Johnson</h3>
Australia’s left-arm pacer Spencer Johnson is another name who has often made the cut for the Australian side; however, with the big trio in the side, he could not come out in the forefront. However, this time around, both Nathan Ellis and Spencer would now look to make their way into an ICC event for the first time ever. 
<h3 dir="ltr">3. Jhye Richardson</h3>
The fast bowler who made his debut nearly a decade back against India turned his fortunes when he got the best of Indian top-order batters like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shikhar Dhawan. However, owing to injuries, the player was eventually ruled out for longer periods. 
Jhye Richardson appeared in only 15 ODI games and picked 27 wickets, while his pace can be ideal to replace Josh Hazlewood, known for his high accuracy of line and length. 
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Tanveer Sangha can be the second optional spinner for Australia in the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X)
However, other than the pacers in this list, the list also includes Tanveer Sangha, the leg spinner who has also been considered for the ICC Champions Trophy squad, as the tracks in Pakistan might fetch help from an additional spinner other than <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Zampa">Adam Zampa</a> and part-timer Glenn Maxwell. While Beau Webster has been considered for replacing Mitchell Marsh, who has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy. 
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Australia are doubtful about Pat Cummins and Hazlewood's participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, looking for likely replacements in Abbott and Tanveer Sangha.

Skipper Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are likely to miss the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 for Australia

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The much-anticipated 1st ODI between India and England is set to be an exciting clash as both teams bring a mix of experienced players and young talents. With England known for their aggressive approach and India boasting a solid home record, this contest promises a thrilling encounter.
<h2>Match Details:</h2>
Match: India vs England, 1st ODI
Venue: Vidharbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
Date &amp; Time: Feb 6, 2025, 01:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar, Star Sports Channels
<h2>IND vs ENG Dream11 Grand League Fantasy Team Prediction</h2>
<h4>Wicket-keepers:</h4>
Jos Buttler (ENG) – An explosive batter and England’s captain in the limited-overs format, making him a must-pick.
<h4>Batters:</h4>
Virat Kohli (IND) – One of the finest ODI batsmen, capable of playing match-winning knocks.
Joe Root (ENG) – England’s most dependable batter in ODIs and a consistent performer.
Rohit Sharma (IND) – Expected to lead from the front and capitalize on the powerplay.
Shreyas Iyer (IND) – A dynamic middle-order batsman known for his ability to counterattack.
<h4>All-rounders:</h4>
Hardik Pandya (IND) – A powerful hitter and a handy bowler, making him a valuable asset.
Ravindra Jadeja (IND) – An exceptional all-rounder who contributes with both bat and ball. OR Liam Livingstone (ENG) – A big-hitting all-rounder who can change the game in a few overs.
<h4>Bowlers:</h4>
Mohammed Shami (IND) – India’s pace spearhead, expected to lead the bowling attack.
Arshdeep Singh (IND) – A rising left-arm pacer who can pick crucial wickets.
Brydon Carse (ENG) – A talented seamer with the ability to strike in the middle overs.
Varun Chakravarthy (IND) – A mystery spinner who can trouble the opposition on turning tracks.
<h2>Captain &amp; Vice-Captain Choices</h2>
Captain First-Choice: Joe Root / Shreyas Iyer
Captain Second-Choice: Ravindra Jadeja / Jos Buttler
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Hardik Pandya
Vice-Captain Second-Choice: Virat Kohli / Rohit Sharma
** These are predictions made on the basis of previous records and analysis, and might go wrong!!
<h2>IND vs ENG 1st ODI Probable Best Performers</h2>
<h3>Probable Best Batter: Rohit Sharma and Joe Root</h3>
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Despite struggling in red-ball cricket, Rohit Sharma is back in ODI colors and will look to regain his form. His ability to score big in ODIs makes him a key player. In the past, Rohit Sharma has shown strong stance and form against England and he is supposed to break the silence through his bat today. 
Joe Root, on the other hand, has been in red-hot form in the red-ball game. He is the kind of player who is an expert in switching between the formats and will offer a hard time for Indian bowlers on the ground.
<h3>Probable Best Bowler: Mohammed Shami</h3>
Shami, returning from an injury, will be keen to prove his match fitness and deliver a strong spell. His ability to bowl in the powerplay and death overs makes him a lethal threat.
With a balanced combination of experienced players and rising stars, this Dream11 Grand League team is designed to maximize points. Ensure to check for last-minute updates regarding injuries and playing XI before finalizing your team.

The IND vs ENG 1st ODI promises an exciting contest. Key players like Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami, and Hardik Pandya are expected to shine. A balanced Dream11 Grand League team is provided.

Expert Dream11 Grand League prediction for IND vs ENG 1st ODI, featuring top performers, key insights, and a winning fantasy team.

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The much-anticipated India vs England ODI series kicked off at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur, marking India’s first home ODI since the heartbreak of the 2023 World Cup final.
This three-match series serves as both a redemption opportunity and a crucial preparatory ground for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. With both teams carrying different objectives, the opening encounter was bound to be an electrifying contest.
<h2>IND vs ENG 1st ODI Match Details</h2>
Series- England tour of India 2025 Match- IND vs ENG 1st ODI Date- 06 Feb 2025 Time- 1:30 PM IST Venue- Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
<h2>IND vs ENG 1st ODI Match Review</h2>
India, led by Rohit Sharma, showcased their dominance in their return to the 50-over format. Despite England’s explosive batting lineup, the hosts maintained control for most of the match. The pitch, offering a bit of everything, saw the bowlers play a crucial role in shaping the game. While Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma provided stability, young guns like Shubman Gill and Arshdeep Singh ensured India's winning momentum. 
England, on the other hand, struggled to find consistency. Joe Root’s return added much-needed stability, but their middle order was shaky against India’s disciplined spin attack. The lack of a settled ODI unit post-World Cup continued to haunt Jos Buttler’s side, making their chase an uphill task.
<h2>Key Players to Watch Out For</h2>
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For India, the experience of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains invaluable, but the real game-changer could be Hardik Pandya. His ability to balance the side with both bat and ball is critical, especially with India seeking flexibility in their Champions Trophy plans. Kuldeep Yadav’s wrist spin could also be a deciding factor against England’s aggressive batters.
England’s hopes will rest on the seasoned shoulders of Joe Root and Jos Buttler, both of whom need to guide the younger players. Jofra Archer’s express pace and Adil Rashid’s spin are expected to be their main weapons in conditions that might favor India’s style of play.
<h2>IND vs ENG 1st ODI: Pitch Report</h2>
Nagpur’s surface traditionally supports batters, with an average first-innings score of 288. However, its tendency to slow down as the match progresses makes spin a crucial factor. With large outfield dimensions, stroke-making is rewarded, but aggressive batters need to pick their shots wisely. The presence of dew later in the evening makes chasing a preferable option, though recent trends show captains opting to bat first.
<h2>India’s Strongest Playing XI Prediction</h2>
With Champions Trophy preparations in mind, India would want to field their best XI in this series. A balanced combination could be:
<ul>
<li>Rohit Sharma (C)</li>
<li>Shubman Gill (VC)</li>
<li>Virat Kohli</li>
<li>Shreyas Iyer</li>
<li>KL Rahul (WK)</li>
<li>Hardik Pandya</li>
<li>Ravindra Jadeja/Axar Patel</li>
<li>Washington Sundar (for spin balance)</li>
<li>Kuldeep Yadav</li>
<li>Mohammed Shami</li>
<li>Arshdeep Singh</li>
</ul>
<h2>England’s announced XI for the Match</h2>
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With Root back in the mix, England’s batting looks more structured, but their bowling attack will need to step up to challenge India in their own backyard. England, still searching for their ideal combination post-World Cup, could go with:
<ul>
<li>Phil Salt (wk)</li>
<li>Ben Duckett</li>
<li>Joe Root</li>
<li>Harry Brook</li>
<li>Jos Buttler (C)</li>
<li>Liam Livingstone</li>
<li>Jacob Bethell</li>
<li>Brydon Carse</li>
<li>Jofra Archer</li>
<li>Adil Rashid</li>
<li>Saqib Mahmood</li>
</ul>
<h2>The Objective</h2>
This series isn't just about a bilateral contest; it's about fine-tuning strategies ahead of the Champions Trophy. India, playing their first home ODI in 14 months, will want to rediscover their dominance, while England aims to rebuild confidence after a lackluster World Cup campaign. The clash of styles—India’s calculated aggression vs. England’s fearless brand of cricket—makes this series a perfect preview of what’s to come in global tournaments.
As the teams gear up for the second ODI, expect further adjustments, smarter strategies, and a battle that goes beyond just runs and wickets. With stakes high and pride on the line, this series is set to be a thrilling ride.

India and England face off in a crucial three-match ODI series in Nagpur, shaping their Champions Trophy preparations. With key players returning and fresh challenges ahead, both teams aim for dominance in the format.

India and England battle in a high-stakes ODI series, testing squads, strategies, and form before the Champions Trophy showdown.

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Rashid Khan: Afghanistan's star leg-spinner Rashid Khan has once again made history in cricket. He has broken the record for the most wickets in T20 cricket, achieving a remarkable milestone at just 26 years old. Previously, this record was held by West Indies' Dwayne Bravo, who had taken 631 wickets. However, Rashid Khan surpassed him with an impressive tally of 633 wickets. As a result, he is now recognized as one of the top T20 bowlers in the world.
<h2 dir="ltr">Rashid Khan’s Journey</h2>
Rashid Khan’s journey to this monumental achievement did not happen overnight. His early career was extraordinary, showcasing exceptional skills and adaptability right from his debut in 2015. His sharp leg-spin bowling, particularly his googly, has made him famous, and fans regard him as one of the finest cricketers.
<h2 dir="ltr">His Dedication and Gratitude</h2>
Along with being a great player, Rashid Khan is known for his humility and gratitude. He consistently thanks his teammates, coaches, and fans for their support throughout his journey. He strongly believes in hard work and dedication, which have helped him achieve significant milestones in his career.
<h3 dir="ltr">RASHID KHAN’S BOWLING CAREER</h3>
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Matches
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Wickets
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Best Bowling
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Economy Rate
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Average
</td>
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Strike Rate
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T20 Internationals (T20I)
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92
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140
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5/3
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6.15
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14.2
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13.8
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T20 Leagues (IPL, BBL, PSL, etc.)
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400+
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493
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6/17
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6.4
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17.5
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16.4
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Overall T20 Career
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500+
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633
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6/17
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6.3
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16.2
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15.2
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<h2 dir="ltr">Breaking the Record</h2>
Rashid Khan has now surpassed Dwayne Bravo’s record of 631 wickets in T20 cricket by reaching a total of 633 wickets. This achievement not only marks a personal milestone for Rashid but is also a proud moment for Afghanistan’s cricket.
<h2 dir="ltr">Impact on Afghanistan Cricket</h2>
Rashid Khan’s record-breaking feat is not just an individual accomplishment but also a major boost for Afghanistan cricket. His success will further elevate Afghanistan’s status in international cricket and inspire young cricketers in the country.
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Rashid Khan: Afghanistan's star leg-spinner Rashid Khan has once again made history in cricket. He has broken the record for the most wickets in T20 cricket, achieving a remarkable milestone at just 26 years old. Previously, this record was held by West Indies' Dwayne Bravo, who had taken 631 wickets.

Rashid Khan Becomes Highest T20 Wicket Taker Ever, Surpasses Dwane Bravo's Record

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India Cricket Team spinner Varun Chakravarthy is all set to be part of the team for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. As per the reports in RevSportz, it is learned that spinner is likely to added into the team for tournament around 11th February. 
On Tuesday (4th February), BCCI added Varun Chakravarthy added into the Indian team for the ODI series against England. The mystery spinner wasn't part of the ODI squad, but with the way he performed in the T20Is, he made selectors to add him to the team. 
Varun Chakravarthy picked 14 wickets in the T20I series against England and troubled the batters all throughout the series. He also became the bowler with the most number of wickets for India in the T20I series and also won the Player of the Match award. 
The reports in RevSportz claimed that Varun Chakravarthy has been added to the team so that India team management can see if he is fit to play the ODI. If he impresses management, then he is likely to be added to the team for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. 
<h2>Varun Chakravarthy is yet to make his debut for India in ODIs</h2>
Varun Chakravarthy is yet to make his debut for India in ODIs. The reports in Indian Express recently stated that he is poised for the debut in the first game against England, but the major question remains who he will replace in the team, especially with every player having a defined position. 
Varun Chakravarthy will be entering the ODI series on the back of his staggering performances with the ball in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. He was the second leading wicket-taker in the tournament as he picked 18 wickets in the event and, in all, has played 23 games in the format. 
Varun Chakravarthy made his comeback into the Indian team during the T20I series against Bangladesh. Since then, he has been putting in hard yards and is consistently performing for the team in the shortest format of the game. He would be keen to replicate the same heroics in ODIs as well.
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Varun Chakravarthy's participation in ICC Champions 2025 almost confirmed {PC:X}

India Cricket Team spinner Varun Chakravarthy is all set to be part of the team for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Varun Chakravarthy picked 14 wickets in the T20I series against England and troubled the batters all throughout the series