Thu Feb 06 14:31:05 UTC 2025: ## Iyer’s Blitz Fuels India’s Chase in Thrilling Nagpur ODI
**Nagpur, India –** Shreyas Iyer’s blistering half-century propelled India towards victory in a thrilling first ODI against England at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. England, winning the toss and electing to bat first, were bowled out for 248 runs in 47.4 overs. Captain Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell both scored fifties for England, while India’s debutant Harshit Rana and Ravindra Jadeja each claimed three wickets.
India’s response was equally explosive. Iyer, in particular, stole the show, smashing a rapid 59 off just 30 balls, including nine fours and two sixes. His innings, including a crucial boundary to bring India past 100 runs, laid the foundation for a strong chase. He and Shubman Gill put on a 50-run partnership for the second wicket before Iyer was eventually dismissed lbw to Bethell. At the time of this update, India reached 119/3 in 17 overs, with Gill and Axar Patel at the crease. Earlier, openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (15) and Rohit Sharma (2) fell early, dismissed by Jofra Archer and Saqib Mahmood respectively.
Despite the early losses, Iyer’s aggressive batting performance provided significant momentum for India in their pursuit of England’s total. The match remains closely contested and promises an exciting finish.
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