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Shubman Gill Achieves Mega 1st With 7th Ton In ODI vs England. Not Even Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli Have It

Shubman Gill was in his elements in the third India vs England ODI as the 25-year-old batter struck fine century to extend his purple patch. Going into the Champions Trophy 2025, Gill's scores of 87, 60 and 112 will augur well for the Indian team which is battling with off form of several senior players. Even star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is ruled out due to injury. In such a scenario, the performances and form of the likes of Shubman Gill is extra crucial for the Rohit Sharma-led side. Against England on Wednesday, Shubman Gill mixed caution with aggression and stitched crucial stands with Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer.

Watch: "Don't You Do Fast Bowling?" Boy Turns Up At Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant's Table For Autograph. Then...

Indian cricketers' fan following is probably the most in the sport, as compared to other teams. Wherever Indian players go, it's almost certain that fans would follow them, trying to geta glimpse or even get a selfie and autograph. And if its a big star like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant then the excitement hits crescendo. The same thing happened at a dinner table where Rohit, Pant and Yashavi Jaiswal were present. A boy walked up to them and kept insisting for autographs on his T-shirt.

India's XI For 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma Springs Big Surprise, Makes 3 Changes, Yet No Rishabh Pant

With India 2-0 up, as many as three players found a spot each in India's playing XI for the third and final ODI against England. Yet, wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant found no place in the team for the dead rubber. Pant, who was added to India's squad not just for the ODI series against England but also for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. After India won the first two matches, changes were expected to be made with the team. While India skipper Rohit Sharma did announce multiple swaps in the playing XI, KL Rahul continued to be persisted for the role behind the stumps as Pant warmed the bench.

India vs England LIVE Streaming, 3rd ODI: When And Where To Watch

India vs England LIVE Telecast: After gaining an unassailable lead, India are all set to take on England in the third and final ODI on Wednesday in Ahmedabad. Rohit Sharma and co have already clinched the three-match series with 2-0 lead and will now play for a clean sweep. On the other hand, the visitors will look to end the series on a high, in order to get at least one victory before the beginning of the Champions Trophy. Needless to say, having their batting mainstay Virat Kohli among runs and a win would be perfect culmination to the home side's Champions Trophy preparations.

Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Prediction For Virat Kohli In Champions Trophy 2025: "This Time, If He..."

The 2017 Champions Trophy was a bitter experience for the Indian cricket team, despite the side reaching the final. The Virat Kohli-led side played fantastic cricket to reach the title clash in style but then got beaten by arch-rivals Pakistan in the Champions Trophy final. The marquee event is back after eight years and going into the Champions Trophy 2025, things don't look too bright for two important players of the Indian cricket team - Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The veteran duo has faced a lot of criticism in the past two months, especially after a poor outing Down Under in the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma Face Fans' Ire Over Changes To India's Champions Trophy Squad

In a huge setback for Team India, as it gears up for the Champions Trophy, marquee pacer Jasprit Bumrah was been ruled out of the tournament due to a lower back injury. While Bumrah's fitness was deemed okay, the selectors decided to not risk him in the ICC event. Instead, they decided to name Harshit Rana as his replacement. While the Bumrah and Harshit swap was forced, the board also made an unforced change by bringing in spinner Varun Chkravarthy in place of opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal. Though the team management had its reasons behind the said changes, fans aren't entirely on board.

India's Likely Playing XI vs England, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma To Make 3 Changes In Team?

Up 2-0 in the series, the Indian cricket team hosts England for the third and final ODI at Ahmedabad on Wednesday. With the fate of the series already sealed, expect India skipper Rohit Sharma to try a few fresh places in the playing XI. The likes of Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, and Arshdeep Singh could all get a chance to play, especially keeping the team's ICC Champions Trophy participation in mind. There is bound to be a special focus on Virat Kohli too as the entire country awaits his return to form.

Jasprit Bumrah Out Of Champions Trophy Despite Rehab Done, Scans OK. Here's Why

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to a lower back injury, the BCCI said on Tuesday, putting to rest all the speculation over his participation in the premier tournament. The senior men's team selection committee has named Harshit Rana as Bumrah's replacement for the mega event starting February 19 in Pakistan. India will open their campaign against Bangladesh in Dubai on February 20.

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Shubman Gill Achieves Mega 1st With 7th Ton In ODI vs England. Not Even Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli Have It

Watch: "Don't You Do Fast Bowling?" Boy Turns Up At Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant's Table For Autograph. Then...

India's XI For 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma Springs Big Surprise, Makes 3 Changes, Yet No Rishabh Pant

India vs England LIVE Streaming, 3rd ODI: When And Where To Watch

Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Prediction For Virat Kohli In Champions Trophy 2025: "This Time, If He..."

Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma Face Fans' Ire Over Changes To India's Champions Trophy Squad

India's Likely Playing XI vs England, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma To Make 3 Changes In Team?

Jasprit Bumrah Out Of Champions Trophy Despite Rehab Done, Scans OK. Here's Why