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India Beat England in First ODI: Gill's 80, Axar's Career-Best Bowl India to 1-0 Series Lead
Times of India Sports·Wednesday, 15 July 2026
India chased down 259 to win the first ODI against England, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Shubman Gill scored 80 before retiring hurt, and Axar Patel's career-best bowling figures restricted England to 258 after a solid start. Washington Sundar came in as Gill's replacement and contributed to the winning effort alongside Axar.
Why It Matters
India vs England is one of cricket's biggest rivalries, and this series win opener matters to millions of Indian fans following the tour.
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