IND vs ENG 1st ODI FREE Live Streaming: After a difficult T20I tour, India will look to hit the reset button in the 50-over format with several experienced stars returning to the squad. Captain Shubman Gill will lead a much stronger side featuring Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah, all of whom were not featured during the T20I series. Their return adds experience, stability and firepower as India begin preparations for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027.
England, however, enter the ODI series full of confidence after dominating the T20Is on home soil. Harry Brook’s team has retained the core of its experienced white-ball unit, with Joe Root, Jos Buttler, Ben Duckett, Jofra Archer and Adil Rashid expected to play key roles. England will also hope opener Jacob Bethell continues his impressive rise after being trusted with opening responsibilities.
Edgbaston has traditionally produced entertaining ODI contests with plenty of runs on offer, although early movement with the new ball could challenge both batting line-ups. With experienced players returning on both sides, the opening ODI promises to be a high-quality battle between two of world cricket’s biggest rivals.
India vs England 1st ODI 2026: Match Details
Tournament: India Tour of England 2026
Match: England vs India, 1st ODI
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM Local Time | 3:30 PM IST
Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
IND vs ENG 1st ODI FREE Live Streaming on DD
Indian cricket fans can also enjoy the opening ODI free on television through DD Sports.
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DD Sports will telecast the match live for DD Free Dish households across India.
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No paid DTH subscription is required for viewers using DD Free Dish.
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Fans who prefer online streaming can watch the match live on JioHotstar through the app and website.
Where To Watch IND vs ENG 1st ODI 2026 Broadcast & Live Streaming?
The India vs England 1st ODI will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network in India, including Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 3 (Hindi) and Sony Sports Ten 4. Fans can also watch the match live online through the JioHotstar app and website.
Users with eligible prepaid recharge plans from select telecom operators may receive complimentary JioHotstar access, allowing them to stream the match without purchasing a separate subscription.
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Android and iOS devices
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When Is The IND vs ENG 1st ODI 2026?
The first ODI between India and England will be played on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The match is scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM IST (11:00 AM Local Time), while the toss will take place at 3:00 PM IST.
Probable Playing XIs
England (Confirmed XI)
Jacob Bethell, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (Captain), Jos Buttler (WK), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson, Josh Tongue, Adil Rashid.
India (Probable XI)
Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Jasprit Bumrah.
