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As India and England Prepare -Block the horns in the opening test in Headingley, Leeds, on June 20, 2025, the anticipation rises with the series that marks the beginning of the Cycle of the World ICC Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27.
The Indian Test Transition under Shubman Gill begins in Headingley
India, in particular, enters the territory without registering with Shubman gill taking the reins of Rohit Sharmawhich announced his withdrawal of the longest format earlier this year. Rishabh pantReturning to leading leadership after a stellar comeback, he has been designated as vice-chic. With Shot kohli Also moving away from the test cricket, India will make a devoid side of its most influential figures of the last decade, officially becoming the page on the next generation of red balls. The series extends through the most iconic places in England, Headingley, Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford and Kennington Oval, promising an exhausting but defining challenge for Gill’s youth template.
The Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy: Criving between England and India
This five-party tests series is of historical importance, as it opens the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy, a tribute to the monumental careers of Sachin tendulkar and James AndersonLegends of opposite sides that defined times of excellence.
For England, the series is equally fundamental as they seek to strengthen their dominance at home under the aggressive “bazball” doctrine directed by Ben Stokes and main coach Brendon McCullum. The hosts have a formidable record in England since McCullum took over, winning 15 of their last 20 races at home. The high -risk and high reward cricket brand that England has adopted is tailor -made for its conditions, and is found in these bright lamps of innovation and tradition that the new WTC cycle starts. For India, without the guided hands of Kohli and Rohit, the challenge is immense, but it offers a clean slate, an opportunity to shape a new legacy, defined by grit, adaptability and resilience led by youth.
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England performing XI for the opening of Headingley Series
In front of the opening of the series, England has named his interpretation XI Under the leadership of Ben Stokes. Chris Woakes, a veteran who reinforces the sewing attack, marking his first test appearance since December 2024. Wokes’ ability to rotate the ball in English conditions and provide valuable lower order tests makes him a crucial gear in the English line.
Also winning a meaningful place is CARS OF BRYDONThe High and Pacey Durham Quick, who will debut at his home test after playing five overseas tests before Pakistan and New Zealand. CARSE’s inclusion suggests England’s intention to maintain a relentless rhythm attack, taking advantage of the first summer conditions expected to help quick bowls. With the tastes of challenging an Indian transitional dress. As the countdown begins, Headingley is ready to witness not only a party, but also the birth of a new narrative in the world of test cricket.
ENG VS IND, Squads:
England (only for the first test): Ben Stokes (Captain), Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Cars, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes
India: Shubman Gill (C), Ris Habh Pant (VC, WK), Yasasvi Jaiswal, Kl Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nir, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadja, Dhruv Jaurel (Wak), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav
India Tour of England 2025: Programming of Testing series and details of the site
| Test no | Dates | Details of the match | Local | Starting time (GMT / ist / local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st test | June 20 (Friday) – June 24 (kill) | England vs India | Headingley, Leeds | 10:00 in GMT / 15:30 is / 11:00 in the premises |
| 2nd test | July 02 (Dim.) – July 06 (Sun) | England vs India | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 10:00 in GMT / 15:30 is / 11:00 in the premises |
| 3rd test | July 10 (Thu) – July 14 (Monday) | England vs India | Lord’s, London | 10:00 in GMT / 15:30 is / 11:00 in the premises |
| 4th test | July 23 (Dim.) – July 27 (Sun) | England vs India | Old Trafford, Manchester | 10:00 in GMT / 15:30 is / 11:00 in the premises |
| 5th test | July 31 (Thu) – August 04 (Monday) | England vs India | Kennington Oval, London | 10:00 in GMT / 15:30 is / 11:00 in the premises |
Details of broadcast and broadcast live
- India: Sony Sports Network, Jiohosttar App and Website
- Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports and Foxtel Go
- South -Africa: Supersport
- Pakistan: Found
- UK: Sky Sports, now
- USA and Canada: Willow TV (Sign -up -you here)
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