So here we are, then. The India of Rohit and Kohli versus the England of Buttler and Root, both unsure of where exactly they stand in ODIs, with a major ODI tournament starting in two weeks' time.

Right-handed batter Root last played 50-over cricket in November 2023 against Pakistan at Eden Gardens during the ODI World Cup. His inclusion comes as England looks to stabilise its middle order in spin-friendly conditions ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith is likely to miss England's first two one-day internationals against India but is expected to be fit for the Champions Trophy.

Joe Root returns to the England playing XI for the first time since the 2023 ODI World Cup. Jos Buttler-led England named their playing XI for the first ODI against India that will take place on Thursday.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were the top two run-getters of the 2023 ODI World Cup, and will be eyeing strong performances in a format that they have dominated for several years

Live streaming of the IND vs ENG 1st ODI will be available on Disney+ Hotstar from 1:30 PM IST. Star Sports channels will live telecast the India vs England first ODI.

England batsman Joe Root will make his first ODI appearance since 2023 after being named in the team to face India in the opening match of the series in Nagpur on Thursday. Root, England's leading test run scorer and second on the ODI list,

Team India will take on England in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium in Nagpur on Thursday, February 6. After a 4-1 series win against England,

India vs England 2025, 1st ODI- India's strongest predicted playing 11 against England (Source - BCCI) Hosts India (IND) and England (ENG) will lock horns in the first ODI of the three-match , starting on Wednesday,

England have announced their playing XI for the first ODI against India which is scheduled to be played on February 6 in Nagpur