India vs England Test series news

Rishabh Pant’s injury on Day 1 of the India vs England 4th Test 2025 has sparked major concern for Team India. The wicketkeeper-batter retired hurt after being struck on the right foot by a Chris Woakes delivery while attempting a reverse sweep. Pant was batting on 37 and appeared in visible pain, prompting an immediate scan. The BCCI confirmed the injury update, stating Pant’s availability for Day 2 remains uncertain. His absence could significantly impact India’s chances in this crucial Test. With Dhruv Jurel, KL Rahul, or Ishan Kishan as potential replacements, all eyes remain on the final medical report.

Jasprit Bumrah is fit and available for India’s 2nd Test against England at Edgbaston, but team management is undecided on playing him due to a pre-planned workload strategy. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed Bumrah may only play three of the five Tests to avoid injury recurrence. Despite a strong performance in the first Test (5/83), Bumrah might be rested to prioritize long-term fitness. Young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy could debut if Bumrah is benched. The final decision will consider pitch conditions and overall series strategy, with India trailing 0-1 and looking to level the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Ben Stokes declared England has no fear of Jasprit Bumrah ahead of the 1st Test, emphasizing team effort over individual brilliance in the upcoming India vs England series.

With Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retiring from Test cricket, India is set for a major overhaul ahead of the five-match series against England starting June 20 at Headingley. Kevin Pietersen predicts KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal will open, with Shubman Gill batting at No. 3 or 4 and leading the side for the first time in Tests. He also named Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair in the top five. Kuldeep Yadav backed Gill’s leadership, citing his experience under senior players. India's intra-squad match showed promising performances from both batters and seamers as they prepare for the 2025-27 WTC cycle.

The JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi is renowned for offering assistance to spinners.

Kohli, who initially withdrew from the first two Tests citing "personal reasons," continues to remain unavailable.