Ahmedabad, February 12, 2025 – India put up a dominant performance in the third and final ODI against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium, posting a formidable total of 356 runs. Shubman Gill starred with a historic century, while Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer provided crucial contributions. Meanwhile, India’s squad saw significant changes as spinner Varun Chakaravarthy was ruled out due to a calf injury, forcing the team to bring in Kuldeep Yadav.
Varun Chakaravarthy Ruled Out, Kuldeep Yadav Steps In
Less than 24 hours after being named in India’s Champions Trophy squad as a replacement for Yashasvi Jaiswal, Varun Chakaravarthy suffered a sore right calf and was ruled out of the third ODI. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed the update just before the match, stating, “Varun Chakaravarthy was unavailable for selection for the 3rd ODI due to a sore right calf.”
Kuldeep Yadav replaced Chakaravarthy in India’s playing XI, making it one of three changes to the team. The other two changes were tactical, with veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja rested in favor of Washington Sundar and pacer Mohammed Shami replaced by Arshdeep Singh.
India’s Batting Dominance: Shubman Gill’s Century Leads the Charge
Gill’s innings of 112 runs off 94 balls set the foundation for India’s total. He was supported by Kohli, who scored 52, and Shreyas Iyer, who played an aggressive knock of 78 runs. KL Rahul provided a late boost with a quick 40 off 21 balls, while Hardik Pandya smashed two consecutive sixes before being dismissed for 17.
England’s Bowling Efforts: Adil Rashid Shines
India lost their last five wickets for just 49 runs, with Arshdeep Singh getting run out on the final ball, ending India’s innings at 356 in 50 overs.
India’s Bowling Line-up for England’s Chase
With an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series, India is aiming for a clean sweep. Their bowling attack includes Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana sharing the new ball, with support from Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav. England will need a record-breaking chase to win the match.
England’s Playing XI
England made one change, bringing in Tom Banton for Jamie Overton. Their playing XI: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Tom Banton, Liam Livingstone, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, and Saqib Mahmood.
India’s Playing XI
India’s squad for the match: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, and Arshdeep Singh.
What’s Next?
With a strong total on the board, India has put England under pressure for the final ODI of the series. With the Champions Trophy just a week away, both teams will be closely monitoring player performances and fitness levels.
Stay tuned for live updates as England begins their chase.
