India showcased exceptional dominance against England, securing a 3-0 clean sweep in the One Day Internationals (ODIs). The series highlighted India’s superior performance across all facets of the game, leaving England with significant areas to address.
T20I Series: India Clinches 4-1 Victory
The five-match T20I series commenced on January 22, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
1st T20I: India Secures a Convincing Win
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Date: January 22, 2025
- England: 132 all out in 20 overs
- India: 133/3 in 12.5 overs
- Result: India won by 7 wickets
- Player of the Match: Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy’s exceptional bowling performance restricted England to a modest total, which India chased down comfortably.
2nd T20I: India Edges Out England
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Date: January 25, 2025
- Result: India won by 2 wickets
In a closely contested match, India managed to secure victory, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.
3rd T20I: England Pulls One Back
- Venue: Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot
- Date: January 28, 2025
- Result: England won by 26 runs
England showcased resilience, registering their only win in the series.
4th T20I: India Seals the Series
- Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
- Date: January 31, 2025
- Result: India won by 15 runs
India clinched the series with a game to spare, demonstrating consistent performance.
5th T20I: Abhishek Dominates the Finale
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Date: February 2, 2025
- India: 247/4 in 20 overs
- England: 97 all out in 13 overs
- Result: India won by 150 runs
Abhishek Sharma delivered a stellar performance, scoring 135 runs off 54 balls, leading India to a massive victory.
ODI Series: India Completes a 3-0 Whitewash
Following their T20I success, India continued their dominance in the three-match ODI series.
1st ODI: India Takes the Lead
- Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
- Date: February 6, 2025
- Result: India won by 4 wickets
India chased down England’s total of 248, securing a 1-0 lead in the series.
2nd ODI: India Clinches the Series
- Venue: Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
- Date: February 9, 2025
- Result: India won by 4 wickets
Rohit Sharma scored a brilliant 119 off 90 balls, reaching his century in just 76 deliveries. He played a crucial role in India’s successful chase of 304.
3rd ODI: India Completes the Whitewash
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Date: February 12, 2025
- India: 356 all out in 50 overs
- England: 214 all out in 34.2 overs
- Result: India won by 142 runs
- Player of the Match: Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill’s magnificent 112, alongside contributions from Virat Kohli (52) and Shreyas Iyer (78), propelled India to a massive total. England collapsed in response, with Adil Rashid’s 4-wicket haul being the only highlight for the visitors.
Key Takeaways
- Batting Brilliance: India’s top-order consistently delivered, with notable performances from Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma.
- Bowling Prowess: Bowlers like Varun Chakravarthy played pivotal roles in restricting England’s batting lineup.
- England’s Struggles: England faced challenges in both batting and bowling departments, managing only one win across the eight matches.
India’s comprehensive performance in both series underscores their strength in white-ball cricket, while England will need to reassess and strategize ahead of future tours.
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