Birmingham, June 30: England won the toss and decided to bat first against India in their crucial World Cup game here on Sunday.

In team India Rishabh Pant replaces Vijay Shankar in a playing eleven squad.

Playing XI:

England: Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan (captain), Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Adil Rashid, Liam Plunkett, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood.

India: Lokesh Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli (captain), Rishabh Pant, Kedar Jadhav, M.S. Dhoni (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jasprit Bumrah.

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Dubai/Abu Dhabi: Residents and visitors across the United Arab Emirates received a fresh emergency alert on their mobile phones stating that the situation in the country is currently safe.

The message, issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), thanked people for their cooperation and reassured them that conditions were stable.

“Thank you for your cooperation. We reassure you that the situation is currently safe. You may resume your normal activities while continuing to remain cautious and take the necessary precautions, and to follow official instructions. (MOI),” the alert read.

The notification was sent in both Arabic and English through the country’s emergency alert system.

The advisory comes after earlier alerts warning of potential missile threats amid rising regional tensions. Authorities have urged the public to stay cautious and follow official guidance.