India delivered a commanding performance against England in the recently concluded T20I series, securing a 4-1 victory. Now, the focus shifts to the 50-over format as the two teams gear up for a three-match ODI series, starting on February 6 in Nagpur.
The remaining two matches are scheduled for February 9 in Cuttack and February 12 in Ahmedabad. Rohit Sharma will lead the Indian side, with all key players available except for Jasprit Bumrah.
5. Rohit Sharma
Despite his poor Test form, you simply can’t overlook captain Rohit Sharma in the ODI series. He has been a dominant force in white-ball cricket for over a decade, and once he gets going, he is nearly unstoppable in this format.
With India set to play on good batting surfaces, Rohit has the potential to single-handedly win fantasy contests. He was India’s best batter in their last ODI series in Sri Lanka, making him a top Dream11 captaincy pick.
4. Virat Kohli
Just like Rohit, Virat Kohli is a must-have in any ODI fantasy team. While he struggled with deliveries outside off-stump in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024/25, ODI cricket remains his strongest format, where he is the master of run-chases.
With an extraordinary ODI average of 58.18 and a strike rate above 90, Kohli is one of the most consistent batters in modern-day white-ball cricket. He will be hungry for runs and eager to lead India to victory again.
3. Arshdeep Singh
Among India’s current ODI squad, Arshdeep Singh is one of the most in-form players. The left-arm pacer had an outstanding T20I season, becoming India’s leading wicket-taker in the shortest format.
Arshdeep swings the new ball both ways, consistently picks up wickets, and is reliable in the death overs. His ability to strike early and contain runs at the death makes him an excellent pick for your Dream11 team.
2. Ravindra Jadeja
Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja returns to ODI action for the first time since the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. He was rested for India’s last two ODI series but recently made a strong comeback in the Ranji Trophy, where he bagged two five-wicket hauls.
Jadeja is a true three-dimensional player, contributing with the bat, ball, and in the field. Given England’s struggles against spin in the T20Is, he could be a game-changer in the ODI series as well. His all-round value makes him an essential Dream11 pick.
1. Hardik Pandy
For nearly a decade, Hardik Pandya has been India’s most crucial all-rounder in white-ball cricket. His evolution as a bowler has given India greater flexibility in team selection, allowing them to include an extra batter or spinner.
Hardik is effective as a first-change seamer and a proven match-winner with the bat. His all-round ability makes him a perfect captain or vice-captain choice for your Dream11 fantasy teams in the IND vs ENG ODIs.
