The much-awaited IND vs ENG 1st Test will start on June 20, 2025, at the Yorkshire Cricket Ground in Headingley, Leeds. This is the beginning of a five-match Test series between India and England, with a new-look Indian team skippered by Shubman Gill after Rohit Sharma retired from Test cricket.
Weather Forecast: Will Rain Interfere with IND vs ENG 1st Test?
Since it often happens in cricket in England, rain has the potential to be a game-changer in the IND vs ENG series opener. On the basis of AccuWeather, Day 2 and Day 3 (June 21) will see morning showers, which could lead to disruptions in play.
Light rain is also forecast on Day 3 and Day 4, and that can influence the game plan and momentum. Luckily, Day 1 and Day 5 could be dry and sunny, giving some hope for uninterrupted play.
Rain to Affect Team India’s Strategy
The constant rain threat and gloomy English weather are likely to have its impact on India’s playing XI. Shubman Gill-led team will prefer a four-pacer attack, making use of seam-friendly conditions. India will need to make strategic decisions regarding Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, or Kuldeep Yadav as their lone spin bowler.
IND vs ENG Head-to-Head Record in Test Matches
India and England have played against each other in 136 Test matches until now. England takes a higher lead in the head-to-head contest with 51 victories, followed by 35 wins by India. The other 50 matches were tied, showing the strong competitiveness between these two cricketing behemoths.
IND vs ENG 1st Test: Live Streaming and Broadcast Information
Audience who are interested in watching the IND vs ENG 1st Test live can watch on the following platforms:
Live Telecast in India: Sony Sports Network
Live Stream in India: JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar
Match Start Time: 3:30 PM IST (11:00 AM Local Time)
Team India for the IND vs ENG Test Series 2025
India Team:
Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana
Final Word: Rain May Prove to Be X-Factor in IND vs ENG 1st Test
As the IND vs ENG 1st Test commences at Headingley, everyone will be watching for the weather. With rain forecasted on more than one day, both captains will have to be strategically astute in managing interruptions and making the most of bowling-friendly conditions. The series holds promise, drama, and the mercurial beauty of English weather.
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