Bumrah Creates History in England, Dhoni Wins Hearts as India Beats England: Gill-Brar Collision Adds Drama


Posted on 15th Jul 2026 12:28 pm by rohit kumar

IND vs ENG 1st ODI Highlights: India defeated England by 6 wickets in the opening ODI at Edgbaston, Birmingham, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. While Jasprit Bumrah created history by becoming India's highest ODI wicket-taker in England, all-round performances from Axar Patel, Shubman Gill, and Washington Sundar sealed a comfortable victory for the visitors.

 

The match also produced several memorable moments, including MS Dhoni sharing popcorn with a young fan, a dramatic collision between Shubman Gill and Gurnoor Brar while taking a catch, and Gill retiring hurt after a brilliant 80-run knock.

 

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Bumrah Becomes India's Highest ODI Wicket-Taker in England

 

Jasprit Bumrah etched his name into the record books by claiming his 31st ODI wicket in England, overtaking Ravindra Jadeja's previous record of 30 wickets. The milestone came during England's innings at Edgbaston.

 

Bumrah also completed 150 ODI wickets, becoming the third-fastest Indian bowler to reach the landmark in terms of balls bowled. He achieved the feat in 4,605 deliveries, behind only Mohammed Shami (4,070 balls) and Kuldeep Yadav (4,513 balls).

 

Axar Patel Delivers Match-Winning All-Round Performance

 

Axar Patel starred with both bat and ball, claiming 4 wickets before scoring an unbeaten 57 runs to guide India home.

 

He wrapped up England's innings in style by dismissing Adil Rashid and Josh Tongue in the same over, helping bowl out England for 258 runs.

 

Shubman Gill Scores 80 Before Retiring Hurt

 

India captain Shubman Gill anchored the chase with a fluent 80-run knock before leaving the field retired hurt due to leg cramps.

 

Gill had earlier received medical attention but eventually walked off after discomfort returned during the innings. His partnership with Shreyas Iyer laid the foundation for India's successful chase.

 

Washington Sundar Finishes the Match with a Six

 

Washington Sundar remained unbeaten on 52 and completed both his half-century and India's victory in style by smashing Adil Rashid for a six in the 46th over.

 

His unbeaten century partnership with Axar Patel ensured India crossed the finish line comfortably.

 

MS Dhoni's Popcorn Moment Goes Viral

 

Former India captain MS Dhoni, who attended the match at Edgbaston, won fans' hearts with a wholesome gesture.

 

A young fan sitting beside Dhoni offered him popcorn during the match. Dhoni happily accepted, and the heartwarming interaction quickly went viral across social media.

 

Gill and Gurnoor Brar Collide While Taking Buttler's Catch

 

One of the most dramatic moments came during England's innings when Shubman Gill and Gurnoor Brar collided while attempting to catch Jos Buttler off Prasidh Krishna's bowling.

 

Despite the collision, Brar held on to the catch, and both players escaped without injury.

 

Shivam Dube Drops Joe Root Early

 

India missed an opportunity when Shivam Dube dropped a straightforward return catch off Joe Root, who was batting on just 7 runs.

 

Root capitalized on the reprieve and went on to score 76 runs, helping England recover after a middle-order collapse.

 

Gurnoor Brar Leaves the Field Injured

 

Fast bowler Gurnoor Brar suffered discomfort in his calf while preparing to bowl the 48th over.

 

After receiving treatment from the team physio, Brar was forced to leave the field, with Axar Patel completing the over.

 

Dawson Scripts Career Milestone

 

England all-rounder Liam Dawson scored his maiden ODI fifty at the age of 36 years and 135 days, becoming the second-oldest England player to register a maiden ODI half-century.

 

His 68-run knock, along with Joe Root's 76, helped England post a competitive total after losing wickets in quick succession.

 

India Take 1-0 Lead in ODI Series

 

With Bumrah's record-breaking milestone, Axar Patel's all-round brilliance, Gill's captain's knock, and Washington Sundar's composed finish, India secured a convincing six-wicket victory and moved 1-0 ahead in the three-match ODI series against England.

 

The second ODI will now be played in Cardiff, where India will look to seal the series.

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