IND vs ENG Test Series 2025: Schedule, Results, Head-to-Head

England’s summer of 2025 brought India back to its shores for what was supposed to be a five-Test battle for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy — a name that still feels fresh even as many ticket sites still call it the Pataudi Trophy. Through two completed matches and three more on the horizon, the series has already delivered an England comeback win, a historic Indian victory at Edgbaston, and enough injury subplots to fill a soap opera.

Tests in Series: 5 · Tour Period: June–June 2025 · Trophy: Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy · India Captain: Shubman Gill · 1st Test Venue: Headingley, Leeds

Did India ever win a Test series in England?

Yes — but not recently. India’s last Test series victory on English soil came in 2007, when Rahul Dravid’s side clinched a 1–0 win in a low-scoring, rain-affected three-match series. That triumph remains a landmark in Indian cricket, celebrated not just for the result but for how it happened: grinding out results on pitches that historically punished touring sides.

Since then, every England tour — in 2011, 2014, 2018, and 2021 — has ended without a series win for India. The closest call came in 2021, when India won the series opener at Trent Bridge before losing the final match at Old Trafford and finishing level. Entering the 2025 series, the 18-year gap gave the tour an extra layer of meaning.

The Pataudi Trophy — officially rebranded as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy for this cycle — was first awarded in 2007, making it the perfect bookend: India won the inaugural trophy, and has been chasing it ever since.

Key victories

• 2007: India won 1–0 in England — the only away series win to date
• 2011: Series drawn 0–0 (rain-hit)
• 2014: England won 3–1
• 2018: England won 4–1
• 2021: Series level 2–2

What made the 2007 win stand out was that it came without a dominant spin attack and against an England side that had been building toward its own golden era.

The implication: that 2007 result set a benchmark that India has struggled to match, not because the talent is lacking but because English conditions demand a specific kind of resilience.

Recent tours

The 2021 tour gave India real hope. Winning at Lord’s that year — by 151 runs — was a statement result. But losing at Old Trafford when a draw would have clinched the series left a familiar sting. The 2025 squad, now led by Shubman Gill and coached by Gautam Gambhir, arrived with that memory fresh and the 18-year drought as the defining subplot.

Who won most in IND vs ENG?

England holds the overall advantage in Test cricket against India, though the picture flips significantly when looking at matches played in England. Across all venues, England has won more contests than India in head-to-head Test matchups.

However, the more meaningful question for the 2025 tour is home versus away performance. England has been formidable at home, losing series at home only twice in the past decade. India, meanwhile, has won only one away series against England — and none since 2007.

Overall head-to-head

The historical ledger reflects the competitive balance between two of cricket’s oldest rivals. From 1932 to the present, India and England have contested over 130 Tests. England’s overall lead narrows considerably when neutral-venue matches are excluded, making the home-ground records the more useful comparison.

Home vs away

In England, the home side has dominated. India’s single series win in 2007 sits alongside several draws and narrow losses as the notable exceptions. The 2021 series, which ended 2–2, remains the only other time India has avoided defeat in England since 2007.

For India to flip this trend in 2025, winning at Lord’s and either Old Trafford or The Oval — likely at least two victories — would be required. The 2nd Test win at Edgbaston, their first-ever Test win at that venue, was a major step.

Who scored 700 runs in the test?

The research notes and verified facts reference a milestone for Shubman Gill crossing 2,000 Test runs during the series, not 700 in a single series. The 700-run milestone referenced in top questions appears to be a distinct query from search data that may relate to a specific player’s performance in the 2025 series — however, the verified facts available do not confirm a 700-run individual series tally for any player.

What is confirmed: Shubman Gill scored his 2,000th Test run during the series (Wikipedia tour records), Rishabh Pant reached 3,000 Test runs and surpassed MS Dhoni’s record for most centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper (7) (Wikipedia tour records), and Akash Deep took his first five-wicket and ten-wicket hauls in the 2nd Test (Wikipedia tour records).

If a player reaches 700 runs in the series — whether from the Indian or English side — that would be a rare achievement. The highest individual series aggregate in India-England Tests historically belongs to a handful of players who have mastered both conditions. As the remaining three Tests unfold, this remains a number to watch.

Shubman Gill achievement

As captain, Gill’s 2,000-run milestone carries extra weight. Leading India in England at a young age is rare; doing so while crossing a career runs threshold adds to the narrative. His opening partner combinations and batting position will be critical in the matches ahead as India looks to build series-winning totals.

Historical 700+ run series

Looking back at India-England series historically, achieving 700+ runs in a five-match series requires both fitness and form across all formats of the series. Players like Virender Sehwag and Rahul Dravid came close during previous tours, but no Indian player crossed 700 runs in a single England series in the modern era.

Is Bumrah playing the 2nd test?

Based on research notes referencing India’s squad situation, Jasprit Bumrah — India’s premier fast bowler — suffered an injury that was characterized as a significant setback for the side. Reports indicated he was initially considered for the 2nd Test but his availability remained uncertain.

What we know for certain from the match results: Bumrah did not play in the 2nd Test at Edgbaston, where India secured their historic 336-run victory. The match went ahead with Akash Deep taking centre stage instead, finishing with career-best bowling figures.

The question of whether Bumrah returns for the 3rd Test at Lord’s — or any subsequent match — remains open based on available information. His absence has created both a void in India’s attack and an opportunity for the next man up to make a case.

Injury status

Bumrah’s injury situation has been described as a “Bumrah Blow” in reporting around India’s squad. Fast bowlers carrying niggles into a five-Test series in England face a particular challenge: the conditions demand sustained physical output, and missing one match can affect rhythm and match fitness for the rest of the tour.

Impact on team

India’s pace attack without Bumrah relies heavily on Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, and whoever else makes the XI. The 2nd Test showed they can perform — but three more Tests against England, with the series on the line, is a different test entirely.

Who will replace Bumrah?

With Bumrah’s participation uncertain beyond the 2nd Test, the question of his replacement became one of the series’ most-watched storylines. The most direct candidates from India’s pace pool are players who have featured in squad discussions or were part of the touring party.

Based on India’s squad composition for the tour, options include additional seamers who traveled with the team or were on standby. The final choice would depend on match conditions — Lord’s traditionally offers something for both seamers and spinners, potentially giving India tactical flexibility.

Replacement options

• Akash Deep — Already stepped up in the 2nd Test with his first five-wicket haul; a strong candidate to lead the attack if Bumrah is out
• Mohammed Siraj — Experienced in English conditions; brings consistency if selected
• Additional squad seamers — Depending on BCCI selections and travel arrangements

Batting vs bowling balance

The replacement decision carries team-balance implications. India’s batting has been competitive — posting 587 in the 2nd Test innings — but losing Bumrah weakens the attack that can exploit English conditions. A straight like-for-like swap keeps the balance; going for an extra batsman changes the shape of the side.

For India to win the series 2–1 or better, the bowling will likely need to do more than just contain England. That makes the Bumrah replacement decision one of the quietest pivotal calls of the tour.

Series Schedule, Results, and Venues

Five venues, five Tests, six weeks. The complete picture of what has happened and what lies ahead.

The implication: England’s home record at these venues makes them clear favorites, but India’s 2nd Test result at Edgbaston proves they can win at historically difficult grounds.

The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Explained

The trophy contested between India and England has gone through a quiet rebrand. What was known as the Pataudi Trophy for nearly two decades — honoring Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, who captained India from 1961 to 1975 and played 46 Tests — is now called the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy (Gujarat Titans cricket site).

The new name pays tribute to two of the sport’s all-time greats: Sachin Tendulkar (India’s most celebrated batsman) and James Anderson (England’s record wicket-taker). The 3rd Test at Lord’s is specifically referred to as the Rothesay Test in official Lord’s communications (Lord’s official website), a naming convention that varies by match.

Despite the official rebranding, ticket sites and hospitality providers have continued using “Pataudi Trophy” in their marketing (Grandstand Tickets listing), creating some confusion for fans trying to understand what they’re watching.

The 2025 World Test Championship Angle

Every match in this series counts toward the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle — and India’s first assignment in this cycle couldn’t be tougher. The 2nd Test result gave India a clean sweep of 12 points from that match, while England received 0 (Wikipedia WTC records).

With the series level 1–1, the remaining three matches carry significant WTC implications. A strong finish for India could build early momentum in the cycle; the same applies in reverse for England. WTC points accumulate across a cycle, making every result matter beyond the immediate series narrative.

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