- IND vs ENG Test Series: England will host the Indian team in the summer season next year. Last time the series between the two countries ended in a 2-2 draw.
IND vs ENG Test 2025:
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has released the schedule for the summer season in the year 2025. Meanwhile, the dates of the Indian team’s tour of England have also been revealed. Five Test matches will be played between India and England between 20 June and 4 August next year. Apart from this, the Indian women’s team will also tour England at the same time. 3 T20 and 3 ODI matches will be played between the women’s teams.
The first Test match will start on June 20, which will be hosted by Leeds. The second match will be played in Birmingham and the third match will be played in Lord’s. The fourth and fifth Test matches will be played in Manchester and London (The Oval Stadium) respectively. Apart from this, the ECB has also announced that for the first time in the year 2026, a Test match between women’s teams will be played at Lord’s ground, in which India and England will face each other.
First Test: 20-24 June (Leeds)
Second Test: 2–6 July (Birmingham)
Third Test: 10-14 July (Lord’s)
Fourth Test: 23-27 July (Manchester)
Fifth Test: 31 July-4 August (The Oval, London)
WTC final to be held at the same time
Let us tell you that the date of the World Test Championship final match has not been revealed yet, but the final match is to be played in June next year. Currently, India is at the top of the World Test Championship table and its chances of reaching the final seem very high. If Team India reaches the final, then just before the series against England, it will have to overcome the challenge of the WTC final, which will be played at Lord’s in England.
Coming to India is always beneficial
ECB CEO Richard Gould says that the series against India has always been beneficial for them. The last Test series between the two teams was also thorny and Gould is hoping that next year too there will be a tough competition between the two teams. Let us remind you that India last toured England for a Test series in 2022 and then the 5-match series between the two teams ended in a 2-2 draw.
Cricket fans are in for a treat as the highly anticipated Test series between India and England is set to begin. The schedule has been released, and cricket enthusiasts around the world are eagerly marking their calendars for what promises to be a thrilling contest. After a string of limited-overs victories, the real test for Team India is about to begin as they prepare to face England on their home soil.
The Battle Begins: A Look at the Schedule
The India vs. England Test series is always a highlight of the cricketing calendar, and this year is no exception. The series will consist of five Test matches, each promising to be a battle of skill, strategy, and endurance. Here’s a look at the schedule:
The venues chosen for the series are some of the most iconic in cricket, adding to the prestige and challenge of the contest. Each ground has its unique characteristics, from the swinging conditions at Lord’s to the fast pitch at Old Trafford, making this series a true test of adaptability and skill.
Team India’s Real Test Begins
While India has had a successful run in the limited-overs format, the upcoming Test series against England is where the team’s true mettle will be tested. Playing in England, known for its challenging conditions, is never easy. The swinging ball, the unpredictable weather, and the pressure of playing in front of passionate home crowds make it one of the toughest assignments in world cricket.
Facing Bengal at Its Home: The Ultimate Challenge
England’s pace attack, led by the likes of James Anderson and Stuart Broad, is formidable, especially in home conditions. The English seamers have historically thrived on their pitches, where the ball moves both in the air and off the seam. This presents a significant challenge for India’s batting lineup, which will need to be at its best to counter the threat posed by England’s bowlers.
On the flip side, India’s own pace attack has come of age in recent years, with bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Mohammed Siraj capable of exploiting the English conditions to their advantage. The contest between these two world-class pace attacks is likely to be one of the series’ defining features.
Key Players to Watch
For India, much will depend on the form of their senior batsmen like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Cheteshwar Pujara. Their ability to anchor the innings and counter the English pace attack will be crucial. On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah’s pace and accuracy will be key to India’s chances of success.
For England, Joe Root’s leadership and form with the bat will be central to their hopes. The experience of James Anderson and Stuart Broad will be invaluable, but England will also be looking to their younger players to step up in this high-stakes series.
Conclusion: A Series to Savor
The India vs. England Test series is more than just a cricket contest; it’s a battle of pride, tradition, and skill. Both teams have a lot to prove, and with the World Test Championship in sight, every match will be crucial. For Team India, this series represents a chance to assert their dominance in the longest format of the game, while for England, it’s an opportunity to defend their home turf against one of the best teams in the world.
As the series unfolds, cricket fans can expect drama, excitement, and top-quality cricket. The real test for Team India begins now, and the cricketing world will be watching closely to see how they fare in the ultimate challenge of facing England in their own backyard.