Pakistan, July 14 -- England won the toss and chose to bat against India in the opening One-Day International at Edgbaston, while Jasprit Bumrah returned to India's playing XI after being rested. His comeback strengthens India's bowling attack ahead of an important three-match series. The contest also marks Virat Kohli's return for what could be his final ODI series in England.

Bumrah missed India's recent 4-0 T20 series sweep against England as team management managed his workload. Captain Shubman Gill said India would have preferred to bowl first but viewed the series as vital preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa. He added that the conditions would help the team test different combinations and provide opportunities to...