India's predicted playing XI for the first ODI against England

Wicket-keeper and All-rounder

MS Dhoni

Will Dhoni get more opportunities to bat in the ODI series?

MS Dhoni showed his experience by playing a crucial innings in adverse conditions in the 2nd T20. While the other batsmen struggled to play themselves in, Dhoni steadied the Indian ship by playing according to the situation. The Indian team will want Dhoni to play more such innings in the ODI series. Dhoni would like to get back. Also, Dhoni's guidance will be important to the young spinners from behind the stumps.

Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya has played some crucial innings in the lower order for India

Hardik Pandya had a decent T20 series against England. Pandya shined in the limited opportunities he got with the bat. He is expected to play a bigger role in the ODI series. Pandya also took some important wickets for the side, his role as a bowler will be even more crucial keeping in mind the fact that the Indian team doesn't have many options for the sixth bowler.