India cricket team will begin a new era after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s retirements. With a new captain set to take charge of Team India, they will begin the new World Test Championship cycle (2025-27) with a five-match Test series against England from June to August 2025. The series has been renamed as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Following their dominant 4-1 victory over England at home in 2024, India aim to conquer English soil for the first time since 2007. The first Test starts on June 20 at Headingley.
Latest from IND vs ENG series
India vs England Head-to-Head
| Format | Matches | India Won | England Won | Draw/Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 136 | 35 | 51 | 50 |
| ODI | 109 | 60 | 44 | 5 |
| T20I | 29 | 17 | 12 | 0 |
| Total | 274 | 112 | 107 | 55 |
India vs England in ICC World Cups
In the major ICC tournaments, India and England have faced each other several times. In the ODI World Cup, they have played 9 matches, with India winning 4, England also winning 4. In the T20 World Cup, they have met 5 times, with India winning 3 and England winning 2. Neither team has played each other in a World Test Championship (WTC) Final yet.
| Event | Mat | India Won | ENG Won | Draw/Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI World Cup | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| T20 World Cup | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| WTC Final | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
India vs England rivalry
The India-England cricket rivalry stands as one of the most captivating in the sport’s history. The two teams first faced each other in 1932 during India’s maiden tour of England for a solitary Test match. Playing under the name All-India, the team was captained by C.K. Nayudu, while Douglas Jardine led England. The hosts secured a 158-run victory at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground.
In 1974, the teams met for their inaugural one-day international (ODI) at Leeds. Under Mike Denness’ leadership, England triumphed over Ajit Wadekar’s Indian side by four wickets.
Their first T20 International (T20I) encounter came during the 2007 T20 World Cup in Durban. MS Dhoni’s Indian team claimed an 18-run victory over Paul Collingwood’s England in the group stage.
Over the years, India and England have competed in numerous Test, ODI, and T20I matches. Across 267 international games, England leads the head-to-head record in Test cricket, while India boasts a stronger record in both ODI and T20I formats.
Key players in India vs England rivalry
Sachin Tendulkar (India)
Sachin Tendulkar, who is referred to as the “God of Cricket,” has solidified his place among the greatest cricket players in history with his heroics against England. Among his many hundreds against England was a remarkable 193 at Headingley in the 2002 Test series. He made a lasting impression in ODIs as well. His most famous performance, which helped India win a tie in an exciting match at the 2011 World Cup in Bengaluru, was 120. Tendulkar was a dangerous opponent for England because of his skill, versatility in the English environment, and consistency over a 20-year period.
James Anderson (England)
Indian hitters have long been troubled by James Anderson, England’s top wicket-taker in Test cricket. Anderson, who is renowned for his skill with swing bowling, has had a number of standout performances against India thanks to his ability to take advantage of England’s seam-friendly conditions. It was widely expected that he would face Indian captain Virat Kohli in the Test series in 2014 and 2018. Despite Anderson’s dominance and many dismissals of Kohli in 2014, Kohli reversed the trend in 2018 with an outstanding series. In this rivalry, Anderson is one of the most feared bowlers because of his deadly deliveries and reliability.
Virat Kohli (India)
The India-England rivalry has benefited greatly from the talents of one of cricket’s most important players, Virat Kohli. In the 2014 Test series in England, Kohli had a difficult time, managing just 134 runs in 10 innings. But he made a spectacular return in 2018, scoring 593 runs at 59.30 average, including two hundreds. His undefeated 122 in the 2017 ODI series final is just another impressive showing. Because of his tenacity, leadership abilities, and aggressive style of play, Kohli has been essential to India’s current success over England.
Joe Root (England)
With over 3500 runs against India, Joe Root has been a thorn in India’s path. Arguably the best batter to play for England, Root has some memorable knocks against India. That he has 10 Test centuries and 3 ODI centuries against India says a lot about his superior skillset. In Test cricket, he is even ahead of Sachin Tendulkar in terms of runs and centuries between the two countries.
MS Dhoni (India)
One of India’s finest captains, MS Dhoni, added a new level of intensity to the India-England rivalry with his calm and strategic demeanour. India defeated England in a number of memorable games under Dhoni’s leadership, including the 2013 Champions Trophy final. Known for his ability to finish, Dhoni scored multiple game-winning runs in both ODIs and T20Is against England. Among the many instances of his skill is his undefeated 75 in the 2011 Cardiff ODI, where he led India to a competitive score. In crucial matches against England, Dhoni’s tactical skill and capacity for handling pressure have frequently tipped the scales in India’s favour.
Highest run scorers in India vs England
Most Test Runs
| Player | Country | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | 100 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Root | England | 30 | 2846 | 218 | 58.08 | 10 | 11 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 32 | 2535 | 193 | 51.73 | 7 | 13 |
| Sunil Gavaskar | India | 38 | 2483 | 221 | 38.2 | 4 | 16 |
| Alastair Cook | England | 30 | 2431 | 294 | 47.66 | 7 | 9 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 28 | 1991 | 235 | 42.36 | 5 | 9 |
Most ODI Runs
| Player | Country | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | 100 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Dhoni | India | 48 | 1546 | 134 | 46.84 | 1 | 10 |
| Yuvraj Singh | India | 37 | 1523 | 150 | 50.76 | 4 | 7 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 37 | 1455 | 120 | 44.09 | 2 | 10 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 36 | 1340 | 122 | 41.87 | 3 | 9 |
| Suresh Raina | India | 37 | 1207 | 100 | 41.62 | 1 | 11 |
Most T20I Runs
| Player | Country | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100/50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | India | 21 | 648 | 80* | 38.11 | 135 | 5 |
| Jos Buttler | England | 22 | 498 | 83* | 33.2 | 145.61 | 4 |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 16 | 467 | 100* | 35.92 | 139.82 | 1/3 |
| Jason Roy | England | 15 | 356 | 67 | 23.73 | 131.85 | 1 |
| Eoin Morgan | England | 16 | 347 | 71 | 26.69 | 141.63 | 2 |
Leading wicket-takers in IND vs ENG
Most Test Wickets
| Player | Country | Mat | Wkts | Best | Avg | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Anderson | England | 39 | 149 | 5/20 | 25.47 | 55.82 | 7 | 6 |
| R Ashwin | India | 24 | 114 | 6/55 | 27.72 | 55.99 | 3 | 8 |
| BS Chandrasekhar | India | 23 | 95 | 8/79 | 27.27 | 65.25 | 3 | 8 |
| Anil Kumble | India | 19 | 92 | 7/115 | 30.59 | 69.93 | 4 | 4 |
| Bishan Singh Bedi | India | 22 | 85 | 6/71 | 29.87 | 84.38 | 5 | 4 |
Most ODI Wickets
| Player | Country | Mat | Wkts | Best | Avg | SR | 4W/5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Anderson | England | 31 | 40 | 4/18 | 33.52 | 38.9 | 2/0 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | India | 26 | 39 | 4/28 | 24.41 | 30.69 | 2/0 |
| Andrew Flintoff | England | 30 | 37 | 5/56 | 28.89 | 38.16 | 0/1 |
| Harbhajan Singh | India | 23 | 36 | 5/31 | 25.33 | 36.16 | 0/2 |
| Javagal Srinath | India | 21 | 35 | 5/41 | 23.68 | 32.4 | 0/1 |
Most T20I Wickets
| Player | Country | Mat | Wkts | Best | Econ | 4W/5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Jordan | England | 16 | 24 | 4/27 | 9.28 | 1/0 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | India | 11 | 16 | 6/25 | 8.04 | 0/1 |
| Hardik Pandya | India | 15 | 14 | 4/33 | 8.09 | 2/0 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | 5 | 9 | 3/14 | 5.34 | 0/0 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | India | 10 | 9 | 3/15 | 6.8 | 0/0 |
| Adil Rashid | England | 13 | 9 | 1/14 | 7.4 | 0/0 |
Most Centuries in IND vs ENG
| Player | Country | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Root | England | 60 | 3746 | 218 | 52.76 | 60.25 | 13 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 69 | 3990 | 193 | 48.65 | 61.51 | 9 |
| Alastair Cook | England | 57 | 3253 | 294 | 42.24 | 50.51 | 8 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 88 | 4064 | 235 | 41.89 | 69.05 | 8 |
| Kevin Pietersen | England | 48 | 2890 | 202* | 51.6 | 72.1 | 7 |
India vs England Tour 2025
The India men’s cricket team is set to tour England from June to August 2025 for a five-match Test series, marking the start of the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle. This highly anticipated series follows a thrilling 4-1 victory for India over England in their 2024 home series. With both teams undergoing transitions—India adjusting to the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, and England building on their “Bazball” approach under Brendon McCullum—this tour promises intense competition. Below are the full schedule and head-to-head statistics for the India vs England Test series 2025.
IND vs ENG Full Schedule
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the fixtures on August 22, 2024. All matches start at 11:00 AM local time (3:30 PM IST). A warm-up match precedes the series, providing India an opportunity to acclimatise to English conditions.
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm-up Match: India A vs India | June 13–16, 2025 | Kent County Cricket Ground, Beckenham | 3:30 PM |
| 1st Test: England vs India | June 20–24, 2025 | Headingley, Leeds | 3:30 PM |
| 2nd Test: England vs India | July 2–6, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 3:30 PM |
| 3rd Test: England vs India | July 10–14, 2025 | Lord’s, London | 3:30 PM |
| 4th Test: England vs India | July 23–27, 2025 | Old Trafford, Manchester | 3:30 PM |
| 5th Test: England vs India | July 31–August 4, 2025 | The Oval, London | 3:30 PM |
- India A will also play two four-day matches against England Lions on May 30 and June 6, 2025, as preparation for the Test series.
- The series is part of India’s packed 2025 schedule, which includes the Champions Trophy, Asia Cup, and other bilateral series.
- Tickets are available through official ECB channels, with high demand expected at iconic venues like Lord’s and The Oval.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The IND vs ENG Test series will begin on June 20 in Leeds.
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India will play five Test matches against England. Before the series, India senior team will play a four-day warm-up match against India A.
