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🏏 India Beats England by 4 Wickets in Nagpur ODI
📍 Nagpur: India registered a convincing four-wicket win against England in the ODI series, experimenting with strategies ahead of the Champions Trophy. Despite concerns over Rohit Sharma’s form, strong performances from Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill ensured a smooth chase.
Match Summary: India vs England
England Innings: 248 All Out (48.3 Overs)
- Phil Salt (41) & Ben Duckett (37) gave England a strong start with a 75-run opening stand in 9 overs.
- Harshit Rana (2 wickets) & Ravindra Jadeja (3 wickets) pulled things back for India.
- Jos Buttler (52) & Jacob Bethell (51) tried to rebuild, but Jadeja (3/26) and Shami (1/38) restricted them to 248 all out.
India’s Chase: 252/6 (38.5 Overs)
- Rohit Sharma (3) struggled again, dismissed in just 7 balls.
- Shreyas Iyer (59 off 36) took on England’s pacers, smashing 9 fours & 2 sixes.
- Shubman Gill (87 off 96) anchored the innings, ensuring India stayed ahead of the asking rate.
- Axar Patel’s promotion worked well, providing stability in the middle overs.
🏆 India chased the target in just 38.5 overs, winning by 4 wickets!
Key Takeaways from India’s Performance
1️⃣ Rohit Sharma’s Form a Concern 🚨
- Rohit looked tentative, struggling to shift gears before being dismissed by Saqib Mahmood.
- With Virat Kohli rested, India needs Rohit to regain his touch before the Champions Trophy.
2️⃣ Shreyas Iyer’s Attacking Masterclass ⚡
- Took on Jofra Archer & England pacers, showing improved handling of short balls.
- A quickfire 59 (36 balls) set the tone for India’s successful chase.
3️⃣ Shubman Gill’s Calm Control 🏏
- His 87 (96 balls, 14×4) kept India steady, balancing aggression with singles & twos.
- Missed out on a century, but ensured India dominated the middle overs.
4️⃣ Ravindra Jadeja’s Spin Magic 🎯
- Best bowler of the match: 3/26 in 9 overs.
- Dismissed Joe Root & Bethell, breaking England’s momentum.
5️⃣ Mohammed Shami’s Return After 15 Months 🔥
- 8-1-38-1, showed good rhythm despite England’s aggressive start.
- Classic Shami dismissal: bowled Brydon Carse with a length ball.
What This Means for Team India 🇮🇳
✅ Batting Experiments Worked: Axar’s promotion & Iyer’s aggressive role could be key strategies.
✅ Bowling Options Tested: Jadeja was sharp, but Axar wasn’t as penetrative.
✅ Shami’s Comeback: A positive sign ahead of Champions Trophy.
❌ Rohit’s Form a Worry: Needs runs before the tournament.
🏆 What’s Next?
India will continue testing different strategies in the remaining ODIs to finalize their best XI for the Champions Trophy.
💬 Do you think Rohit Sharma will bounce back before the tournament? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️
