The India vs England ODI Series 2026 begins on 14 July, with the opening One-Day International scheduled at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Cricket fans in India can watch the first ODI from 3:30 PM IST through JioHotstar, while DD Free Dish households can follow the television coverage on DD Sports.
The DD Sports telecast is intended for viewers receiving the channel through the DD Free Dish DTH service. It should not be confused with free online streaming through the DD Sports feed or other digital platforms.
India will enter the three-match ODI series looking for a strong response after a disappointing T20I campaign in England. The return of several senior players adds further importance to the 50-over contest.
🏏 India vs England ODI Series 2026 Live Coverage
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | India vs England ODI Series 2026 |
| Number of Matches | 3 ODIs |
| Series Start | 14 July 2026 |
| Television on DD Free Dish | DD Sports |
| Online Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Opening Match Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| First ODI Time | 3:30 PM IST |
📌 DD Sports availability: The live television coverage mentioned here is available through DD Sports on DD Free Dish. Viewers using other DTH or cable platforms should check their respective channel listings and broadcast availability.
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DD Sports is Doordarshan’s free-to-air sports channel and is distributed through the public broadcaster’s satellite network.
📺 How to Watch India vs England Live on DD Sports
DD Free Dish users can tune in to DD Sports to watch the India vs England ODI matches covered by the channel.
No monthly subscription is required for DD Free Dish reception. However, households need a compatible free-to-air set-top box, dish antenna and properly aligned reception equipment.
For mobile phones, smart televisions, tablets and web browsers, the series will be available through JioHotstar.
📅 India vs England ODI Schedule
The three ODIs will be played at Edgbaston, Sophia Gardens and Lord’s. According to the official BCCI schedule, the second ODI begins at 5:30 PM IST, while the first and third matches start at 3:30 PM IST.
| Match | Date | Time in India | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏏 1st ODI | 14 July 2026 | 3:30 PM IST | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| 🏏 2nd ODI | 16 July 2026 | 5:30 PM IST | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
| 🏏 3rd ODI | 19 July 2026 | 3:30 PM IST | Lord’s, London |
🇮🇳 India Squad for England ODI Series 2026
Shubman Gill will captain India in the three-match series, with Shreyas Iyer serving as vice-captain. The squad features the return of experienced players including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav.
India ODI Squad
Shubman Gill (Captain), Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Suryansh Shedge, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana and Gurnoor Brar.
The BCCI initially selected Nitish Kumar Reddy before later confirming that Suryansh Shedge would replace him in India’s squads for the England assignment. The official squad announcement also confirmed KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan as the wicketkeeping options.
⭐ Senior Players Return to the ODI Setup
The series brings Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back into India’s 50-over lineup. Their experience in overseas conditions will be valuable as India test combinations ahead of future ICC competitions.
India will also welcome Jasprit Bumrah back to the ODI setup. His control with the new ball, variation during the middle overs and effectiveness at the death give India an important bowling option.
Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav could also play a decisive role. His ability to take wickets in the middle overs may help India disrupt England’s aggressive batting approach.
🏆 Preparation for the 2027 Cricket World Cup
The England series forms an important part of India’s preparation for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027, which will be staged in Southern Africa.
Playing three ODIs away from home gives the team an opportunity to:
- test its batting against pace and movement;
- manage the workload of returning senior bowlers;
- identify the preferred middle-order combination;
- evaluate wicketkeeping and all-round options;
- improve its performance in overseas conditions.
The BCCI officially described the assignment as a three-match ODI series and confirmed the complete fixture list and selected squad in June 2026.
⚽ FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals on DD Sports
Alongside the cricket coverage, DD Sports viewers can also follow selected FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout matches through DD Free Dish.
| FIFA World Cup Semi-Final | Indian Date and Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| France vs Spain | 15 July 2026, 12:30 AM | Dallas Stadium |
| England vs Argentina | 16 July 2026, 12:30 AM | Atlanta Stadium |
FIFA confirms that France and Spain meet in Dallas, while England and Argentina face each other in Atlanta for places in the World Cup Final.
🔔 Important Note for Viewers
The DD Sports live feed is available through DD Free Dish only for the coverage mentioned in this article. The availability of the same event on cable television, paid DTH platforms or online services may differ.
For digital viewing of the India vs England ODI series, use the official JioHotstar platform. Avoid unofficial streaming pages or unverified live links.
