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Straits Times
3 hours ago
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- Straits Times
Sun is out as England and India get highly-anticipated test series under way
Sun is out as England and India get highly-anticipated test series under way LEEDS, England - England won the toss and put India in to bat as the titans of test cricket get their five-match series under way at Headingley on Thursday, with both teams at very different stages of their journey. Leeds was a vibrant scene ahead of the start of the series opener, with colourful India supporters especially keen to see how their team do without three recently-retired stalwarts of the game: Ravichandran Ashwin, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. India have not played a test on English soil without former skipper Kohli at the helm since 2011, with Shubman Gill, at 25, becoming his country's fifth-youngest captain. Gill's counterpart, Ben Stokes, got the upper hand early on, winning the toss and putting the tourists in to bat first. History played its part in Stokes' thinking - teams bowling first have won each of the previous six tests at Headingley. This series begins a potentially era-defining period for Stokes and England coach Brendon McCullum, having enjoyed plenty of highs and lows over the past few years, with the Ashes series in Australia next up in the test format, starting in November. While England's batting lineup for the India opener has plenty of experience in it, their bowling attack is missing some big-hitters through injury. Seamers Josh Tongue and Brydon Carse amassing eight test appearances between them so far. The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy will be awarded in all future test series between the two sides, replacing the Pataudi Trophy in England and the Anthony De Mello Trophy in India. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Time of India
4 hours ago
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- Time of India
India vs England: Ahead of first Test at Headingley, R Ashwin's wife Prithi feels 'mixed emotions'
R Ashwin (L) with his family. (Instagram) India's Test cricket team is undergoing a transition as they prepare to face England in a five-match series at Headingley, Leeds, marking the first time since 2011 that the team will play without celebrated stalwarts Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane, and Ravichandran Ashwin . Under the new leadership of Shubman Gill, this series represents the beginning of India's fresh cycle in the ICC World Test Championship. The last time India played without these veterans was during the 2011 Oval Test against England, when MS Dhoni led the team. This significant change comes after the retirements of key players, with Rohit and Kohli announcing their departures last month and Ashwin concluding his Test career during the tour of Australia in 2024. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The emotional impact of this transition was captured in a heartfelt social media post by Prithi Narayanan, Ravichandran Ashwin's wife, on the morning of the first Test. Shubman's Big Test Begins! India's Probable XI & Stokes' Mind Games | ENG vs IND 1st Test Preview "Test match day for India and I woke up with many many mixed feelings :) have to find a different way to love it and unlearn the only way I knew to," Prithi wrote in an Instagram Story. While Pujara and Rahane have not officially retired, they are no longer being considered for national team selection. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like ¡Todo a tu favor con Orange! Orange Undo These players were instrumental in India's rise to the No.1 Test rankings and their notable victories in overseas conditions. R Ashwin's wife Prithi posted on Instagram. The new Indian Test team features a mix of young talent and experienced players. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, and Dhruv Jurel represent the new generation, while the pace attack is led by the established duo of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. The leadership structure has also been revamped, with Rishabh Pant serving as vice-captain under Gill's captaincy. This new formation emphasises aggressive cricket and adaptation to modern Test match requirements. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Hindustan Times
10 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Team India's predicted XI vs England, H2H stats, most runs, most wickets: All you need to know ahead of 1st Test
The five-Test series between England and India, starting June 20 at Headingley, marks a defining moment for both teams, but more so for India, who step into the longest format without three of their era-defining greats: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ravichandran Ashwin. Their sudden retirement announcements have forced a hard reset, with Shubman Gill now leading a side full of youthful promise. Gautam Gambhir remains at the helm of the generational transition, as India look to build their next red-ball core. Gill, 25, becomes the country's youngest Test captain since Sachin Tendulkar and will be under scrutiny as he tries to stitch together a cohesive unit from a group full of exciting potential but short on experience in English conditions. England, meanwhile, are continuing their Bazball experiment under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum. They've named a batting-heavy XI for the opener, which could be both a show of confidence and a gamble against an Indian attack led by Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. The last time these two sides met in England was during the unfinished 2021–22 series, which India led 2-1 before the fifth Test was postponed. England bounced back to draw the series 2-2 with a record chase at Edgbaston in 2022. India haven't won a Test series in England since 2007, and with an unproven top-order and several selection headaches, such as Karun Nair's return, Sai Sudharsan's possible debut, and the makeup of the bowling attack, this opener at Headingley will be a litmus test of Gill's leadership and Gambhir's tactical nous. Openers: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul Middle-order: Karun Nair, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (wk) All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav Team India has faced England on 136 occasions in the longest format, clinching victories in 35 Tests, while losing 51. Their last Test series ended in a 4-1 win for India at home, though. In England, both teams have squared off in 67 Tests, with England winning 36 Tests. India have won 9. In the previous Test series on English soil, however, India performed impressively, taking a 2-1 lead after four matches before the final Test was postponed to next year due to Covid-19 concerns. England eventually won the fifth Test at Edgbaston to draw 2-2. In their last 10 Tests, India hold a superior record with six wins and a draw. Joe Root holds the record for most runs in Test matches between the two countries, with 2846 runs to his name. Sachin Tendulkar is the highest among Indians and the second-highest overall, with 2535 runs. James Anderson, meanwhile, leads the wicket-taking list by a fair margin in Tests between India and England, with 149 dismissals to his name. India's Ravichandran Ashwin is second with 114 wickets. Interestingly, none of the cricketers in the squads across both teams feature in the top 5 in the highest wicket-takers lists.
Time of India
20 hours ago
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- Time of India
'I didn't get a call from my mother, father or wife': R Ashwin recalls emotional 500th wicket moment and sudden Rajkot Test exit
Retired India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up about the emotional turmoil surrounding his 500th Test wicket, revealing that he left the match midway due to his mother's sudden illness, with full support from captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. Ashwin reached the historic milestone during the third Test against England at Rajkot in February 2024, dismissing Zak Crawley in the first innings to become only the second Indian bowler after Anil Kumble to reach 500 Test wickets. However, celebrations were short-lived as he was informed of a medical emergency in his family shortly after the day's play. Speaking during the launch of the third episode of ' player documentary series, Ashwin recalled the moment of confusion and concern. Poll How do you feel about Ravichandran Ashwin's decision to leave the match for his family emergency? It was the right decision. It should have been handled differently. "I had taken 500 wickets at that time in Tests. But I didn't get a call from my mother, father or wife. I thought I'll finish all the press conferences… I was replying to messages, but there was no call or message from my family," Ashwin said. "I was very surprised. Or maybe I thought they are allowing me to take my space. I tried calling as well and there was no response." 'Wait until August to see what kind of style it's going to be': Shubman Gill ahead of Headingley Test The off-spinner revealed that his wife finally contacted him at the hotel and informed him of the situation. Ashwin was ready to leave immediately but faced logistical hurdles. "There was no flight immediately, and I was in Rajkot. The match was in the balance. Ben Duckett had scored a fantastic century. But Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid immediately asked me to go," he said. "When the captain and coach are so supportive, I felt like I wanted to come back. I play for people who value me." Ashwin missed the remainder of the England first innings but rejoined the squad in time to bowl in the second innings. He eventually retired with 537 Test wickets in 106 matches, including 37 five-wicket hauls, cementing his legacy as one of India's greatest bowlers.
News18
a day ago
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- News18
India Vs England Live Streaming, 1st Test: When And Where To Watch IND-ENG Coverage On TV And Online
Last Updated: IND vs ENG 1st Test Cricket Live Streaming Details: India's England tour that will see them play five Tests starts in Leeds from Friday. An exciting new chapter in Indian Test history officially unfolds with the beginning of the marquee five-Test series versus England from Friday. Following the retirements of greats Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin and Rohit Sharma, the inexperienced Shubman Gill-led touring party face their hosts in the opening Test in Headingley which will also kickstart their campaign in the new cycle of the ICC World Test Championship. The Indian team requires senior pros KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah to step up against the might of England's Bazball and put their weight behind new skipper Gill, who will be under pressure to live up to the expectations, not just as a captain but a batter too. About the Author Location : Leeds (UK) First Published: June 19, 2025, 12:19 IST
