Cricket fans are in for a treat as India takes on England in the first T20I of the five-match series on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The match will take place at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, starting at 7 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 6:30 PM IST.
Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian squad sees the much-awaited return of pacer Mohammed Shami, who has been sidelined for over a year. Axar Patel, appointed vice-captain, brings added depth to the team.
England has announced their playing XI for the first match, with Jos Buttler taking on the captaincy but not keeping the wicket for the entire series.
India vs England Head-to-Head in T20Is
India and England have clashed 24 times in T20Is, with India leading with 13 wins compared to England’s 11 victories. India has also dominated recent encounters, winning five of their last seven T20Is against England. Their previous meeting in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup semi-final ended with a thrilling victory for India.
Squads for the 1st T20I
India Squad:
Suryakumar Yadav (C), Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel (vc), Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammad Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Washington Sundar, Dhruv Jurel
England Playing XI:
Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (WK), Jos Buttler (C), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
When and Where to Watch India vs England 1st T20I Live
- Match Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
- Time: 7 PM IST (Toss at 6:30 PM IST)
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Broadcast Details:
- TV Channels: Star Sports Network
- Star Sports 1 (HD & SD)
- Star Sports 1 Hindi (HD & SD)
- Star Sports 1 Tamil (HD & SD)
- Star Sports 1 Telugu (HD & SD)
- Star Sports 1 Kannada (SD)
Online Streaming:
- Platform: Disney+ Hotstar app and website
Why This Match Matters
The clash between India and England is always a spectacle, showcasing some of the best talents in international cricket. With Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership and Mohammed Shami’s return, India will look to dominate the series opener. England, with powerhouses like Jos Buttler and Mark Wood, aims to start strong in Kolkata.
