Fans are all set for the India vs England Test Series. The first match is on June 20, 2025, at Headingley, Leeds. It’s time to begin a new era under the leadership of Shubman Gill, and Rishab Pant steps up as vice-captain and wicketkeeper.
Pant gave supporters a sneak peek at the fireworks during a practice at the Lord’s Cricket Ground. The daring left-hander, facing off-spinner Washington Sundar, hit the practice facility’s ceiling with a huge slog sweep; yes, he actually destroyed the roof of Lord’s with a single blow.
Pant is all set for a strong comeback in red-ball cricket. Also, we all know he is known for his fearless approach. IPL 2025, he didn’t show a good performance for the Lucknow Super Giants — 269 runs in 14 games — he did end on a high with a stunning unbeaten 118 against RCB.
Pant has a strong Test record in England, having already amassed two hundreds there. He has scored 556 runs at an average of 32.70 in nine Test matches played in the UK. When facing England’s speed attack, which includes players like Chris Woakes and Ben Stokes, his combative nature might be a significant asset.
For the present, in London, the Indian cricket team is currently training. Before playing for first test, the team is all set to hit the ground for an intra-squad match against India A, which will start on June 13. Players like KL Rahul and Karun Nair have already impressed in recent outings and are expected to feature in the playing XI.
Also read: India A Squad for England Tour Announced Ahead of England vs India 2025 Series
India vs England Test Series | The five-match Test series itinerary is as follows:
- 1st Test: Headingley, Leeds (June 20)
- 2nd Test: Birmingham
- 3rd Test: Lord’s Cricket Ground
- 4th Test: Old Trafford
- 5th Test: Kennington Oval
India vs England Test Series | India Squad for England Series
Shubman Gill (C), Rishabh Pant (VC & WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav.
As India prepares for what promises to be a fierce and historic Test series, all eyes are on Rishabh Pant, whose bat is already making headlines before the series even begins.
FAQs
When does the India vs England Test series start?
The series begins on June 20 in Headingley, Leeds.
Who is leading the Indian cricket team in this Test series?
Shubman Gill is the captain for this series.
Why is Rishabh Pant in the news ahead of the series?
He broke the roof of Lord’s with a massive six during practice.
