England will play their first T20I against India in Kolkata, with Jos Buttler leading the team but not keeping wickets. This is England's first limited-overs tour under coach Brendon McCullum. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, are favorites on home ground. Mohammed Shami returns to the Indian team after recovering from a foot injury.
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