The much anticipated match between IND vs ENG 1st Test 2025 is set to played on 20th June at Headingley Cricket Stadium, Leeds. This five match test series is a part of the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle and fans are excited to watch this test match as two big teams will face each other in this thrilling contest.
Preview:
The Match between India and England is all set to resume as the two cricketing giants face off in the 1st Test of the 5 Match series starting 20th June, 2025 at Headingley Stadium. The teams will be looking for the vital World Test Championship points and also the match promises high intensity cricket and strategic brilliance.
India comes into the series with a slightly restructured squad and missing big players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. However, the team had a strong mix of youth and experience players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill & Jasprit Bumrah who are expected to play key roles. The Spin bowling will be India main weapon and it will feature players like Ravindra Jadeja, Ashwin & Axar Patel.
England will play under the leadership of Ben Stokes who will look to dominate in home conditions. The batting lineup is packed with players like Crawley, Root, Brook & Bairstow and the bowling attack includes Woakes, Atkinson & Shoaib Bashir.
Match Details:
| Match | IND vs ENG – 1st Test |
| Date & Time | 20th June 2025, 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Headingley Stadium, Leeds |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar & Sony Sports Network |
Pitch Report:
The Pitch at Headingley, Leeds for IND vs ENG 1st Test 2025 is known for its pace friendly conditions especially on the first two days. The Fast bowlers are expected to get plenty of swing and seam movement early on which make batting challenging in the initial sessions. As the match progresses the surface tends to flatten out which offer better conditions to the batsmen on Day 3 and 4. it is a balanced pitch that tests both batting technique and bowling discipline.
Weather Report:
The weather forecast for Headingley, Leeds on 20th June, 2025 indicates mostly sunny conditions with a high of 21°C (70°F) and a low of 11°C (51°F). The day is expected to be dry which provides favorable conditions for cricket. The Winds will be light and humidity levels are anticipated to be moderate which ensure comfortable playing conditions for IND vs ENG 1st Test 2025.
India (Predicted Playing XI)
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- KL Rahul
- Shubman Gill
- Shreyas Iyer
- Sai Sudharsan
- KS Bharat
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Axar Patel
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Siraj
England (Predicted Playing XI)
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Ben Stokes
- Jonny Bairstow
- Chris Woakes
- Brydon Carse
- Gus Atkinson
- Shoaib Bashir
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | India Wins | England Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | 31 | 50 | 50 |
Match Prediction
India enters the series as the favorites because of their formidable spin attack and a balanced lineup. England aggressive batting and pace attack especially in home conditions could leads to significant challenges. The match is expected to be closely contested as India having a slight edge due to their recent form and depth in spin bowling.
Winner: India will Win this Match!
Dream11 Fantasy Team – IND vs ENG 1st Test 2025
Here is the fantasy team for the match IND vs ENG 1st Test 2025:
- Wicket-Keeper: KS Bharat (India), Jonny Bairstow (England)
- Batsmen: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Joe Root & Ben Duckett
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Rehan Ahmed
- Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Jack Leach
- Captain: Joe Root
- Vice-Captain: Shubman Gill
This combination balances experienced players with emerging talents and help you maximizing points.
Conclusion
IND vs ENG 1st Test 2025 at Headingley is set to be a thrilling encounter and will feature a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents. Both the teams having their strengths and challenges and the match promises to be a spectacle for cricket fans worldwide.
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