The 1st Test of the ongoing India tour of England 2025 will start on June 20. This is a five-match Test series and the home side, England are favorites to win as they are playing at home. On the other hand, India are looking to win their first Test in the United Kingdom since the Rahul Dravid-led side did it in 2007.
The Asian side is under the transition period with the retirements of former Test captains, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Shubman Gill has replaced Sharma as Test captain and this is Gill’s first assignment as Test captain. The Champions Trophy 2025 winner has not led the Men In Blue across formats but is the vice-captain of the ODI side.
England vs India: Pitch Report and Weather Condition
Match Timings
Pitch Report
Weather
Chance of Rain
3:30 PM IST
Batting friendly
75% Humid. Highest Temp – 29 Degrees
10%
England vs India: Who will win the toss?
Both teams will look to bowl first.
Scenario 1: India wins the toss and bowl first
England Total 1st innings
India Total 1st innings
England Total 2nd innings
India Total 2nd Innings
170-180
300-350
160-170
50-100
Scenario 2: England win the toss and elect to bowl first
India Total 1st innings
England Total 1st Innings
India Total 2nd innings
England Total 2nd Innings
180-200
300-320
240
120-130
England vs India: Match Prediction
England have the psychological advantage given their track record against India at this venue. India’s last win at this stadium came in 2002. Apart from this, they won here way back in 1986. The Asian side have lost four out of seven Tests at this venue.
FAQs
Who will win the match?
England will win this match.
What will be the weather prediction?
The weather will be a bit cold with 10% chances of rain interruption.
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