India’s young batting sensation, Shubman Gill, made a strong statement in the first ODI against England, roaring back to form with an impressive knock. His innings not only showcased his immense talent but also justified the faith of India’s selectors, who backed him for the upcoming Champions Trophy.
While he narrowly missed out on a well-deserved century, his performance played a crucial role in India’s victory over England in Nagpur.
Match Summary: India vs England 1st ODI
- Match Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
- Date: February 6, 2025
- Result: India won by 4 wickets with 68 balls लेफ्ट।
- Player of the Match: Shubhman Gill (87 RUNS IN 96 Balls)
India vs England 1st ODI Highlights
England won the toss and elected to bat first . With a quality start England scored 75 Runs Without any wicket but in 8th Over’s 5th Ball Phill Salt Got Out and India Got first Breakthrough .
After 1st Wicket England Lost It’s Treak And lost 4 Wickets On the score of 111 in 18.3 Overs .
With amazing performance Of Indian Bowlers After Breakthrough they All out England On 248 Runs इन 47.4 Overs .
For England Jos Buttler made 52 Runs In balls .
Jacob Bathell made 51 runs inn 64 ballss and Phil Salt made 43 runs in 26 balls.
For India Sir Ravindra Jadeja took 3/26 in 9 overs, Harshit Rana 3/53 in 7 overs and Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, and Kuldeep Yadav took 1-1 wickets respectively.
While chasing the target of 249 India lost early wickets on 19/2 as Yashasvi Jaiswal on 15 runs In 22 Balls, Rohit Sharma on 2 runs in 7 balls.
Then Shubhman and Iyer took responsibility and took India to 113 for 3rd wicket as Shreyas Iyer on 59 Runs in 36 balls with 9 fours and 2 sixes.
After Iyer Axar Patel made match winning partnership with Shubhman Gill and took India to 221 runs for the 4th wicket. Axar Patel departs as 4th wicket on 52 runs in 47 balls.
The Man Of The Match Shubhman Gill Made Match Winning 87 Runs In 96 Balls .
With this India managed to win the game by losing 6 wickets and made 251/6 in 38.4 overs and won the match by 4 wickets and 68 balls left.
For England Saqib Mahmood took 2/47 in 6.4 overs, Adil Rashid 2/49 In 10 overs and Jacob Bethell took 1/18 in 3 overs.
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Gill’s Form Before the Series & Selectors’ Confidence
Leading up to this ODI series, Gill had been under the scanner due to inconsistent performances in recent outings. With the Champions Trophy looming, his form was a topic of discussion among cricketing pundits and fans alike.
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar stood firm on Gill’s inclusion in India’s plans, believing in the young batter’s ability to rise to the occasion when it mattered the most.
Gill’s response? A commanding innings against England in the series opener, proving that he remains a key player in India’s white-ball plans.
Gill’s Commanding Knock in the 1st ODI
Facing a formidable English bowling attack, Gill walked in with a clear intent to dominate. He started cautiously but soon found his rhythm, effortlessly driving and pulling the ball to all parts of the ground. His innings was a blend of elegant stroke play and aggressive shot-making.
- Timing and Placement: Gill displayed his trademark ability to find gaps with precision.
- Handling England’s Pacers: The English pace duo of Mark Wood and Reece Topley tried to unsettle him with short-pitched deliveries, but Gill countered them with controlled aggression.
- Spinners Under Pressure: England’s spinners, Adil Rashid and Moeen Ali, were unable to contain him as he used his feet effectively.
His innings, however, ended in an unfortunate manner when he played a reckless shot, falling short of what would have been a memorable century .
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Gill’s Reaction to His Dismissal
Following the match, Gill spoke candidly about his dismissal. He acknowledged that he wasn’t chasing personal milestones but was focused on keeping the momentum for his team.
In an interview, he stated, “I was not targeting a hundred. The situation demanded quick runs, and I took my chances. Unfortunately, it didn’t work out.”
His words reflect his team-first mentality, something that is admired in modern cricket.
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Cricket Experts’ Opinions on Shubhman Gill’s Performance
Several former cricketers and analysts weighed in on Gill’s innings, lauding his approach and the impact he had on the match.
- Sanjay Manjrekar called him a “lambi race ka ghoda”, meaning a player built for the long run.
- Sunil Gavaskar praised Gill’s composure, calling his knock an indicator of his growing maturity.
- Michael Vaughan, former England captain, admitted that Gill’s batting made life difficult for England’s bowlers.
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