Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium Nagpur [Source: @BembaNation/X.com]
After securing a dominant 4-1 victory in the T20I series, India are now set to take on England in the first ODI at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium on Thursday, February 6. Led by Rohit Sharma, India boast a strong squad filled with match-winners. Apart from Rohit, key players like Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mohammed Shami will play crucial roles.
This will also mark the return of senior players like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, bringing more experience to the team. However, last time in ODIs, India faced a setback, losing an ODI series to Sri Lanka for the first time in 28 years.
On the other hand, England are desperate to bounce back after their disappointing T20I series loss. Their poor performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup has also added pressure. The team will rely on captain Jos Buttler, along with star players like Harry Brook, Jofra Archer, and Joe Root, to regain form and challenge India.
As India and England gear up for an exciting contest, all eyes will also be on the weather conditions in Nagpur, which could play a crucial role in the match.
Weather Report For IND vs ENG 1st ODI
Weather Report For IND vs ENG 1st ODI [Source: accuweather.com]
The weather at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on February 6, 2024, is expected to be ideal for cricket, with hazy sunshine dominating the day. The temperature will peak at 31°C, with a Real Feel of 32°C. The northeast wind will blow at 11 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 32 km/h, which might have a minor impact on bowlers, especially spinners.
However, rain is not a concern, with only a 1% probability of precipitation and 0% chance of thunderstorms. The cloud cover is minimal at 9%, ensuring bright conditions throughout the match without any interruptions.