Chester-le-Street, July 1 -- India won the toss and opted to bat first in the first T20I of the five-match series at the Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, on Wednesday.

After winning the toss, India captain Shreyas Iyer said the team has moved on from the Ireland series that they lost 2-0 and was excited for the challenge against England. He added that India had acclimatised well, expected to play with high intent despite uncertain pitch conditions, and had opted for three spinners.

"We'll bat first. It's a great opportunity for us. My second series as a captain, pretty much excited. Got what we wanted, had a session of practice to acclimatise yesterday. It's fine (the mood in the dressing room). Ireland series is history. Pretty dec...