India came tantalizingly close to setting a new record at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad during the third ODI against England. The Men in Blue posted a commanding total of 356/10 in their allotted 50 overs but fell just 11 runs short of surpassing the stadium’s highest-ever ODI total of 365/2, set by South Africa against India in 2010.
Historic Significance
In the 31 ODIs played at this venue, the 300-run mark has been breached only six times, with no team crossing that threshold since South Africa’s mammoth total in 2010. India’s performance in this game now stands as the second-highest team total at the stadium.
Gill’s Record-Breaking Feat
Star Indian opener Shubman Gill etched his name in the record books during the match, becoming the fastest batter in the world to reach 2500 runs in ODIs. He achieved this milestone in just his 50th innings, breaking Hashim Amla’s record (53 innings).
Additionally, Gill joined an elite list of Indian batters who have scored 50+ in each match of a 3-match ODI series, becoming only the seventh Indian to do so. The exclusive club includes names like Krishnamachari Srikkanth (1982), Dilip Vengsarkar (1985), MS Dhoni (2019), Shreyas Iyer (2020), and Ishan Kishan (2023).
Highest ODI totals in Ahmedabad
365/2 SA vs Ind 2010
356 Ind vs Eng 2025 *
325/5 Ind vs WI 2002
324/4 WI vs Ind 2002
319/7 Pak vs Ind 2007
Match Summary
India’s batting lineup delivered a dominant display, with key contributions from top-order batters. Despite a strong finish, the team couldn’t breach the 366-run mark. England, who opted to bowl first, struggled to contain India’s aggressive approach.
As the series progresses, all eyes will be on whether England can chase down the total or if India’s bowling attack can defend it successfully.