India defeated England by 66 runs in the first ODI of the three-match series in Pune With this win, Virat Kohli's team have taken a 1-0 lead in the series. A Middle-order collapse saw England throw away a brilliant start. Indian bowlers deserve credit for the way they came back into the game.
India are closing in on a victory in the first ODI at the MCA Stadium in Pune. The hosts have displayed great character to make a comeback after an early onslaught by Jonny Bairstow and Jason Roy.
Wicket! Prasidh Krishna has once again provided India with a much-needed breakthrough as he gets rid of Sam Billings, who was forming a great partnership with Moeen Ali. England are in deep waters now and need a miracle to make a comeback. Billings c Kohli b Prasidh 18(22).
England are in great trouble after a quick start following the dismissal of Eoin Morgan and Jos Buttler in Shardul Thakur's over. Moeen Ali and Sam Billings need to rebuild the English innings and get them back into the game.
Wicket! India are back into the game the dangerous Jonny Bairstow departs just short of his century. Bairstow tried to clear the boundary rope but could only find Kuldeep Yadav on the fence. Bairstow c Kuldeep Yadav b Thakur 94(66).
Wicket! Prasidh Krishna has got his second wicket of the game in Ben Stokes. The left-hander slices the ball straight into the safe hands of Shubman Gill after struggling on the pitch. Stokes c (sub)Shubman Gill b Prasidh.
Wicket! Prasidh Krishna has provided India with a much-needed breakthrough as he gets his maiden wicket in ODIs. Jason Roy tried to drive the ball but hits it straight to Suryakumar Yadav, who initially fumbles but manages to gather the ball. Roy c (sub)Suryakumar Yadav b Prasidh 46(35).
Fifty! Jonny Bairstow has brought up his 14th ODI half-century with a brilliant boundary. The power-hitting for the opener has eased some pressure off England in this mammoth run chase.
Jonny Bairstow and Jason Roy have started with attacking intent as they look t chase down a mammoth score of 318 runs. The duo started cautiously but after getting in, have taken the attack to the Indian bowlers and have shown their class.
Jason Roy and Jonny Bairstow start the proceedings for England as they look to chase down the mammoth target in front of them. India have made a good early start and need to keep the pressure on.
IND vs ENG Live Score Updates: After some exciting battle in T20Is, India and England cross swords in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Having clinched the Test and T20I series, Virat Kohli’s men must be high on confidence, and they’ll look to extend their winning run. However, they are up against the top-ranked ODI side, who have been brilliant in white-ball cricket in the last few years. Moreover, England would be redemption, and the Men in Blue can’t afford to put a foot wrong. Meanwhile, stay tuned for live score updates of IND vs ENG 1st ODI. India vs England Live Streaming Online 1st ODI 2021 on Star Sports and Disney+Hotstar.
With big names like Joe Root, Chris Woakes and Jofra Archer not participating in the series, the visitors indeed have some big boots to fill. However, there’s still no shortage of match-winners in the England line-up. Dashers like Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler are proven stars of his format, whereas Sam Billings, the likely replacement of Root, has an excellent opportunity to make a mark. The bowling line-up, however, doesn’t look that potent in the absence of Woakes and Archer. Mark Wood will have the onus to lead the pace attack while Adil Rashid will handle the mantle in the spin department. India vs England 1st ODI 2021, Rain Forecast & Weather Report From Pune: Check Pitch Report of Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
Speaking of India, Virat Kohli, on the eve of the game, confirmed that Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan will open for India. Hence, KL Rahul might well sit out with Rishabh Pant taking over the wicket-keeping duties. Hardik Pandya’s elder brother and all-rounder Krunal is expected to receive his maiden ODI cap alongside Karnataka pacer Prasidh Krishna.
Not to forget, this series is a part of the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League with 30 points up for grabs. England are currently third in the team standings with three wins in six games, whereas the Men in Blue are reeling at 10th place, having lost their previous ODI series against Australia by 2-1.