India vs England: Complete Match Timeline and Key Moments

By- Tannu Puri

In a gripping encounter between India and England, both teams showcased their strengths in a thrilling contest. Here’s a detailed timeline of the match, highlighting the key moments, standout performances, and crucial turning points.

Match Overview:

Date: February 27, 2025
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Format: ODI

Toss: England won the toss and chose to bat first.

Timeline:

First Innings (England Batting)

• 0.0 – 10th Over:
  England got off to a steady start, with openers Jonny Bairstow and Zak Crawley putting together a solid partnership. Both players rotated the strike well, but India’s bowlers kept things tight. The score stood at 50/0 after 10 overs.
• 15.3 – Early Breakthrough (India’s First Wicket):
  The first breakthrough came when Mohammad Siraj bowled a brilliant delivery that took Bairstow’s edge, and Rishabh Pant made a sharp catch behind the stumps. Bairstow departed for 28. England was now 65/1.
• 25.5 – England’s Second Wicket (Crawley Departs):
  The pressure increased on England as Kuldeep Yadav struck, removing Zak Crawley for 44 runs off 57 balls, leaving England at 101/2.
• 30.4 – England’s Captain Falls:
  Jos Buttler, England’s captain, was dismissed for just 14 runs, bowled out by Axar Patel. The England batting lineup was under pressure at 115/3.
• 40.2 – A Partnership Builds:
  Harry Brook and Ben Stokes started to rebuild, with some powerful shots in the middle overs. The pair put together a solid 60-run partnership, bringing England to 180/3.
• 45.3 – England’s Collapse:
  England’s middle-order crumbled as Harry Brook (56) and Ben Stokes (23) were dismissed in quick succession. With a series of wickets falling, England’s innings folded at 221 all-out in 49.2 overs.

India’s Innings (Chasing 222)

0.0 – 5th Over:
India began their chase cautiously, with Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma opening the batting. The early part of the innings saw both players finding the gaps but not taking undue risks. India stood at 20/0 after 5 overs.

• 10.1 – Early Breakthrough for England:
  Shubman Gill was dismissed early for 12 runs, caught behind off James Anderson‘s bowling. India was now 25/1.
• 15.4 – Virat Kohli Takes Control:
  India’s chase gained momentum as Virat Kohli entered and started to anchor the innings. His smooth stroke play settled India’s chase as the score moved to 60/1 after 15 overs.
• 25.2 – Rohit Sharma’s Departure:
  Rohit Sharma, who was playing solidly, was caught off Sam Curran for 40 runs, leaving India at 110/2.
• 35.1 – Partnership Between Kohli and Iyer:
  Kohli continued his chase with Shreyas Iyer, who showed aggression and played some crucial shots. Their partnership of 65 runs brought India to 175/2 in the 35th over.
• 40.4 – Kohli’s Century:
  Virat Kohli brought up his 51st ODI century, further solidifying his reputation as one of the best chasers in world cricket. He was at 103 runs* when India’s score stood at 190/2 in 40 overs.
• 44.2 – Iyer’s Crucial Contribution:
  Shreyas Iyer contributed with a quick 34 before being dismissed by Adil Rashid. India was now at 202/3.
• 45.1 – India Seals the Win:
  Virat Kohli guided India home with a boundary, and India successfully chased down the target of 222 in 45.1 overs, winning by 7 wickets.

Key Performances:

• India:
  • Virat Kohli: 103* runs (off 101 balls)
  • Rohit Sharma: 40 runs (off 38 balls)
  • Shreyas Iyer: 34 runs (off 42 balls)
• England:
  • Harry Brook: 56 runs (off 61 balls)
  • Zak Crawley: 44 runs (off 57 balls)
  • Mohammad Siraj: 3 wickets for 43 runs
  • Kuldeep Yadav: 2 wickets for 36 runs

Conclusion:

India’s dominant run chase, led by Virat Kohli’s match-winning century, secured them a comfortable victory. Kohli’s unbeaten knock was crucial in steering India to the target with ease, while England’s batting struggles led to their downfall. The bowlers, especially Mohammad Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav, played key roles in restricting England to a low total. India now looks to build momentum as they move forward in the series, while England will need to regroup for their upcoming matches. Stay tuned for further updates and detailed analyses of the ongoing series!

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