Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel smashed half-centuries as India defeated England by four wickets in the opening one-day international on Thursday and took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series that is a warmup for the Champions Trophy.

Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel smashed half-centuries as India defeated England by four wickets in the first One-Day International in Nagpur.

Shubman Gill has given a positive update on Kohli, saying the 37-year-old will definitely be available for the 2nd ODI which is to be played at the Barabati Stadium in Odisha on February 9.

Debutant Harshit Rana grabbed three wickets and vice-captain Shubman Gill hit 87 runs off 96 balls for India to beat England by four wickets in the first one-day international at VCA Stadium on Thursday.

India wrapped up a dominant victory in the opening match of the One Day International series against England, as Shubman Gill and Ravindra Jadeja starred.

Vice-captain Shubman Gill orchestrated India's chase with grace, while debutant Harshit Rana dazzled with the ball as the hosts registered a four-wicket win against England in the series opener.

India started preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on a strong note and crushed England by four wickets in the first ODI.

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer led India's fightback after stellar performances from bowlers Harshit Rana and Ravindra Jadeja, guiding the team to a four-wicket victory over England in the first ODI in Nagpur.

Shubman Gill anchored the chase with a measured 87-run knock as India defeated England by four wickets in the opening One-day International to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series here on Thursda