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Team India ODI record at Sophia Gardens: The second match of the ODI series (India tour of England 2026) between India and England will be played on July 16 at the famous Sophia Gardens ground in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Having won the first match, the Indian team leads the series 1-0. Naturally, Team India will aim to win this match and clinch the series. Notably, India will be playing an ODI at this venue after a gap of nearly 12 years. So, ahead of the match, let's take a look at Team India's ODI record, statistics, and key milestones at Sophia Gardens.
India's Overall ODI Record at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
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The Indian team has played a total of four ODI matches at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, so far. They have won three of these matches and suffered defeat only once. Despite the limited number of matches played, India's record at this venue has been impressive, which would certainly boost the team's confidence.
2011: India's First Cardiff ODI & Kohli's Century
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India played its first ODI in Cardiff in 2011. In that rain-affected match, England defeated India by six wickets. However, the match was particularly special for Virat Kohli; he scored a magnificent century in an innings that remains his only ODI century on English soil to this day.
Also Read: Virat Kohli ODI Stats and Records at Sophia Gardens Cardiff
2013 ICC Champions Trophy: Shikhar Dhawan's Masterclass
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During the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy, India played two matches in Cardiff and recorded brilliant victories in both. In the first match against South Africa, Shikhar Dhawan played a superb innings of 114 runs, while against Sri Lanka, he scored 68 runs, playing a crucial role in the team's win. India went on to clinch the title in that tournament.
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2014: Suresh Raina's Ton & Jadeja's 4 Wickets
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India's last ODI in Cardiff was played against England in 2014. Batting first in that match, India scored 304 runs. Suresh Raina completely turned the tide of the match by smashing a magnificent century off just 75 balls and was named Player of the Match. Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja dismantled the English batting lineup by claiming four wickets. India won the match by a massive margin of 133 runs, establishing a strong record at Cardiff.
India ODI Stats at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
| Played | Won | Lost | NR | 1st M | Recent Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 16 September, 2011 (Loss) | 27 August, 2014 (Win) |
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