Exciting India vs England Test Series: Commentary Teams Announced
Overview of the Upcoming Test Series
Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the start of the much-anticipated India vs England Test series, set to kick off on June 20, 2025. The broadcasting teams have been unveiled, promising top-notch insights and expert commentary. Featuring a blend of iconic cricketers, seasoned presenters, and dynamic analysts, both the English and Hindi commentary panels are brimming with talent. Notably, Cheteshwar Pujara, renowned for his impressive performances on English soil, will take on a new role as part of the English commentary team, sharing his valuable insights with fans.
Pujara's Impressive Record Against England
Throughout his career, Pujara has faced England in 27 Test matches, amassing a remarkable 1,778 runs, which includes a double century scored in 2012 during the first Test in Ahmedabad. His tally features five centuries and seven half-centuries against English bowlers, showcasing his ability to excel against top-tier cricketing nations.
Star-Studded Commentary Panel
The English commentary team will include notable figures such as Sanjana Ganesan, Harsha Bhogle, Sunil Gavaskar, Michael Vaughan, Michael Atherton, and Nasser Hussain. Meanwhile, the Hindi commentary panel will feature experts like Vivek Razdan, Gaurav Kapur, Ashish Nehra, Irfan Pathan, Ajay Jadeja, Saba Karim, Arjun Pandit, and RP Singh, all set to provide in-depth analysis and insights.
Test Series Schedule
| Test Match | Dates | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | June 20–24, 2025 | Headingley | Leeds |
| 2nd Test | July 2–6, 2025 | Edgbaston | Birmingham |
| 3rd Test | July 10–14, 2025 | Lord’s | London |
| 4th Test | July 23–27, 2025 | Old Trafford | Manchester |
| 5th Test | July 31 – August 4, 2025 | The Oval | London |
India's Squad for the Series
The Indian team for the series includes: Shubman Gill (captain), Rishabh Pant (vice-captain, wicketkeeper), KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Prasidh Krishna, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, and Arshdeep Singh.