[WATCH] Jofra Archer traps Virat Kohli LBW in landmark 300th ODI innings as India suffer early setback

India’s chase in the first ODI against England at Edgbaston got off to the worst possible start as veteran batter Virat Kohli was dismissed cheaply in his milestone 300th ODI innings on Tuesday, July 14. 

Making his first ODI appearance since January 2026, Kohli lasted only six deliveries before England speedster Jofra Archer produced a peach to send the former India captain back for just five runs.

Archer, who had already troubled the Indian batters with his pace and movement, set Kohli up brilliantly. After testing him with a short delivery, the England quick followed it up with a full, seaming ball that jagged back sharply into the right-hander.

Kohli, who was rooted deep inside his crease while attempting to work the ball through the leg side, completely misjudged the line and was struck flush on the pads. The on-field umpire raised his finger immediately, and after a brief chat with his batting partner, Kohli decided against reviewing the decision before walking back to the pavilion.

The dismissal marked a disappointing return to ODI cricket for the 37-year-old, who was playing his first match in the format in nearly six months after scoring a century against Afghanistan in Indore earlier this year.

Watch Virat Kohli’s dismissal here: 

Rohit Sharma departs early as India’s top order falters

India’s troubles began even before Kohli’s dismissal, with former captain Rohit Sharma falling for just 11 at the top of the order.

Looking to break free after a watchful start, Rohit charged down the track to Sam Curran but failed to get to the pitch of the cross-seam delivery. The mistimed shot ballooned towards mid-off, where Harry Brook completed a straightforward catch.

While Kohli was returning after a lengthy break from ODI cricket, Rohit came into the series on the back of decent performances against Afghanistan, having registered scores of 16, 48, and 79. However, the Indian opener failed to convert his start into a meaningful innings, leaving the visitors under early pressure in the run chase.

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