India and England Begin ODI Series as Champions Trophy Looms

India returns to ODI cricket after 200 days, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's form under scrutiny ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy.

India and England kick off a three-match ODI series in Nagpur, marking India's return to the format after a 200-day hiatus.
The series is seen as a key preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy, set to begin in two weeks in Dubai.
Focus is on Indian captain Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli, whose recent struggles have raised concerns about their form.
India's squad features notable changes, including the absence of Mohammed Siraj, which has sparked debate about team selection strategy.
England, seeking to rebound from a 4-1 T20I series loss, faces challenges adapting to India's spin-friendly conditions.