Thu Feb 06 09:30:57 UTC 2025: ## India Wins Toss, England Bats First in Nagpur ODI
**Nagpur, India** – England won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the first One Day International (ODI) at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur today. This match marks the start of a three-match ODI series between the two cricketing giants.
India’s playing XI features several changes, including the debut of Yashasvi Jaiswal, who will open the innings with Rohit Sharma. Another debutant, Harshit Rana, is also included in the squad. The absence of Virat Kohli (due to a right knee injury) and Rishabh Pant has led to KL Rahul assuming wicket-keeping duties.
England’s team shows minimal changes from their recent T20 series, with the notable addition of Joe Root.
The early stages of the match saw some impressive bowling from India. Mohammed Shami bowled a maiden over to begin, followed by Harshit Rana who also bowled a maiden over. However, England’s Phil Salt displayed an aggressive batting approach, scoring 26 runs off just 26 balls in one over alone, before being run out for 43. India then took two wickets in a single over, dismissing both Bairstow and Brook, thanks to impressive bowling by Harshit Rana. England ended the first 10 overs with 77/3. The match continues. Further updates will follow.
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