India, Feb. 4 -- As England gear up for their highly anticipated Champions Trophy campaign in Pakistan, Joe Root expressed confidence that the upcoming three-match ODI series against India will provide the perfect opportunity for the team to solidify their preparations.

With the Champions Trophy starting on February 19, Root sees the India series as an important stepping stone to building momentum. Root, one of England's most experienced players, emphasized that the series will be "really useful" in helping the team gel together and find the right balance before the tournament.

"When you commit to doing something, you want to see it through and be there for the whole tournament, but at the same time, playing for England and internationa...