After a dominant 4-1 T20I series victory, India is set to face England in a highly anticipated three-match ODI series, starting February 6 at the VCA Stadium, Nagpur. This series serves as the final preparation for both teams ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which will be hosted in Pakistan and Dubai from February 19.
India vs England – A Historic Cricket Rivalry
The India vs England rivalry has produced some of the most thrilling encounters in cricket history. While India has been a dominant force in white-ball cricket since the early 2000s, England revolutionized their limited-overs approach following their 2015 ODI World Cup debacle. This transformation saw them emerge as one of the world’s finest cricket teams, culminating in their 2019 World Cup triumph.
Meanwhile, India displayed a breathtaking brand of cricket during the 2023 ODI World Cup, only to fall short in the final against Australia. With both teams boasting world-class talent, the upcoming India vs England ODI series promises high-scoring and action-packed games.
India vs England: Head-to-Head in ODIs
🏏 Total Matches: 108
✅ India Wins: 58
✅ England Wins: 44
As we build up to the much-awaited India vs England 2025 ODI series, let’s relive the Top 5 most iconic batting performances by Indian cricketers against England in ODIs.
Top 5 Iconic Indian Batting Performances vs England in ODIs
#5 – Rohit Sharma (137) at Trent Bridge, 2018*
India’s captain Rohit Sharma delivered a magnificent knock at Trent Bridge in 2018. After Kuldeep Yadav’s 6/25 restricted England to 268, India needed a solid chase.
🔥 Score: 137* off 114 balls (15 fours, 4 sixes)
🏆 Result: India won by 8 wickets with 9.5 overs to spare
With a solid foundation set by Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma took control and showcased his effortless stroke-making, sealing a commanding win for India.
#4 – Virat Kohli (122) in Pune, 2017
A master of run chases, Virat Kohli played one of his finest ODI cricket innings while hunting down 351 in Pune, 2017.
🔥 Score: 122 off 105 balls (8 fours, 5 sixes)
🏆 Result: India won with 1.1 overs to spare
India was struggling at 63/4, but Virat Kohli, alongside Kedar Jadhav, turned the game around with an electrifying 200-run partnership. His strokeplay under pressure cemented his legacy as a true chase master in cricket history.
#3 – Yuvraj Singh (150) in Cuttack, 2017
One of Yuvraj Singh’s most remarkable knocks came in Cuttack, 2017, when he smashed a career-best 150 to lead India to a mammoth total.
🔥 Score: 150 off 127 balls (21 fours, 3 sixes)
🏆 Result: India won by 15 runs despite Eoin Morgan’s century
At 25/3, India was in deep trouble, but Yuvraj Singh, along with MS Dhoni (134), put on a historic 256-run partnership. This innings marked Yuvraj Singh’s grand comeback into Indian cricket, proving why he remains one of the greatest match-winners in India’s cricket history.
#2 – Kedar Jadhav (120) in Pune, 2017
A game-changing knock, Kedar Jadhav’s counter-attacking 120 off 76 balls was the turning point in India’s successful chase of 351 in Pune.
🔥 Score: 120 off 76 balls (12 fours, 4 sixes)
🏆 Result: India won after chasing 351
With India in trouble at 63/4, Kedar Jadhav played an extraordinary innings, matching Virat Kohli’s intensity. Their fearless strokeplay stunned England, paving the way for one of India’s greatest ODI chases. This knock cemented Kedar Jadhav as a reliable middle-order batter in Indian cricket.
#1 – Mohammed Kaif (87) at Lord’s, 2002*
Arguably the most iconic cricket innings in India’s ODI history, Mohammed Kaif’s heroic 87 off 75 balls* led India to victory in the unforgettable NatWest Trophy Final 2002.
🔥 Score: 87* off 75 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes)
🏆 Result: India won by 2 wickets with 3 balls to spare
Chasing 326, India found itself in deep trouble at 146/5. However, Mohammed Kaif and Yuvraj Singh (69 off 63 balls) built a fearless partnership, reviving India’s hopes. Even after Yuvraj Singh’s dismissal, Mohammed Kaif held his nerve, guiding India to one of its most legendary wins.
This match is best remembered for Sourav Ganguly’s iconic shirt-waving celebration at Lord’s, symbolizing a new era for India in cricket.
Can India Continue Their Dominance Against England in ODIs?
With Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kedar Jadhav, and Mohammed Kaif having played historic knocks in the past, the upcoming India vs England ODI series promises to add another chapter to this legendary rivalry.
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