India vs England Test Series: A New Era Begins for Indian Cricket
The highly anticipated Test series between India and England kicks off on June 20, heralding a new era for Indian cricket under the leadership of Shubman Gill. With a challenging historical record against England, the Indian team faces a tough battle ahead. This series not only marks the beginning of a new World Test Championship cycle but also presents Gill with a chance to rewrite history. Will the young captain lead India to victory on English soil? Read on to find out more about the teams and their past encounters.
| Jun 18, 2025, 18:33 IST
Upcoming Test Series Marks a New Chapter
Starting Friday, June 20, a five-match Test series between India and England is set to commence. This series signifies the dawn of a new era in Indian Test cricket, especially following Rohit Sharma's retirement from the format. The mantle of leadership has now been passed to Shubman Gill, who will lead a youthful squad against England. This tour marks the beginning of a new cycle in the World Test Championship for India. However, the historical performance of India against England has been quite disappointing.
Head-to-Head Statistics
When examining the head-to-head statistics, England holds a significant advantage. To date, India and England have faced each other in 136 Test matches, with India managing to secure victory in only 35 of those encounters. In contrast, they have suffered defeat in 51 matches, while 50 have ended in a draw.
Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches - 136
India Wins - 35
England Wins - 51
Draws - 50
Furthermore, the two teams have played 67 matches on English soil, where India's performance has been particularly poor. The Indian team has only won 9 matches in England, while losing 36 and drawing 22. Historically, India has only triumphed in 3 Test series in England, with their last series win occurring in 2007. This presents Shubman Gill with a unique opportunity to make history, as India has participated in 4 Test series in England since 2007.