India’s highly anticipated IND vs ENG Test series is set to begin on June 20, 2025, marking the start of the new cycle of the World Test Championship (2025-27). This tour holds significant importance as it will be India’s first major red-ball assignment since Rohit Sharma’s retirement, potentially ushering in a new era of Test cricket for the team.
With leadership transitions and emerging talents vying for spots, the squad selection could reshape India’s Test landscape.
A key point of discussion for the IND vs ENG squad is Virat Kohli’s participation. While reports suggest Kohli has expressed his desire to retire from Test cricket, the BCCI remains hopeful of convincing him to continue for this crucial series.
His experience and stability would be invaluable in England’s challenging conditions and he can continue batting at number 4, especially with a relatively youthful batting lineup.
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With Rohit Sharma’s future uncertain, Shubman Gill is poised to assume the captaincy from IND vs ENG series. His maturity and leadership qualities make him the natural choice. Gill is expected to open alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, forming an exciting young opening pair that combines aggression with skill.
The selectors aim to blend youth with experience on IND vs ENG test series. Promising players like Sai Sudharsan and Nitish Kumar Reddy could earn their maiden Test caps based on domestic performances. Rishabh Pant, once fully fit, will likely resume wicket-keeping duties, with Dhruv Jurel serving as a reliable backup.
India’s pace attack will be spearheaded by Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah, supported by Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, and Akash Deep. The spin department will feature Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, and Washington Sundar, offering a mix of control, spin, and variations.
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Probable India XI for IND vs ENG Series 2025:
Shubman Gill (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli*, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep
More than just a Test series, this IND vs ENG tour could mark the dawn of a new chapter in India’s red-ball cricket, blending youth, experience, and leadership for future success.
