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Shubman Gill-led India will face Ben Stokes' England in the fifth and last Test of the five-match series for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy from July 31 at The Oval, London. Once again, the focus will be on the workload management of Jasprit Bumrah which will influence India's lineup. Kuldeep Yadav is also likely to finally get a chance to play in the series. With an aim to secure a win at Oval and draw the series, India are likely to make key changes to their playing XI in the fifth Test. Here's India's predicted Playing XI for the 5th Test against England:

Former Australian Captain Ricky Ponting backs Sai Sudharsan for the No.3 spot in the Indian test team despite the setbacks in the 2nd innings of 4th test at Old Trafford. 

Shubman Gill-led India will face Ben Stokes' England in the second Test of the five-match series for the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy from July 2 to 6 in Edgbaston, Birmingham. After losing the first Test in Leeds by five wickets, India will look to bounce back in the series and they are likely to make key changes to their playing XI in the second Test. The absence of Jasprit Bumrah, who is likely to be rested due to workload management, will influence India's lineup. Kuldeep Yadav is also likely to play in the second Test against England. Here's India's predicted Playing XI for the 2nd Test against England:  

Shubman Gill-led India will face Ben Stokes' England in the second Test of the five-match series for the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy from July 2 to 6 in Edgbaston, Birmingham. After losing the first Test in Leeds by five wickets, India will look to bounce back in the series and they are likely to make key changes to their playing XI in the second Test. The absence of Jasprit Bumrah, who is likely to be rested due to workload management, will influence India's lineup. Here's India's predicted Playing XI for the 2nd Test against England:

Sai Sudharsan’s viral eye-tracking visualisation video during his Test debut vs England highlights the rising importance of mental preparation in modern cricket.

Sai Sudharsan got his Test cap from Cheteshwar Pujara before the start of the play on the opening day of the five-match series for the newly-minted Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

As India gears up for the much-anticipated Test series against England in June 2025, the spotlight is not just on the challenge of playing in swinging English conditions but also on a new generation of cricketers ready to prove their mettle. With senior stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retired, this tour brings a golden opportunity for rising talents and comeback hopefuls. Here's a look at 7 players to watch closely during the series:

Sai Sudharsan, who has already made three ODI appearances with 127 runs and two fifties and a T20I appearance for India, will be looking forward to making his Test debut for India during the five-Test England tour starting from June 20. 

The Shubman Gill-led India will play a five-match Test series in England, starting June 20, 2025. During the all-important series, India will have to find an ideal batter for No. 4 spot as a replacement of batting stalwart Virat Kohli, who retired from Test cricket on May 12. Based on recent performances, domestic records, and suitability to English conditions, India have many talented batters, who could replace Kohli at No. 4 spot in the playing XI. Here are four players who could replace Kohli at No. 4 spot in the Indian Test team:

Sai Sudarshan showed one of the classical forms in IPL 2025. Look at his awards he achieved while playing for Gujarat Titans. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally ended their title drought, clinching the IPL 2025 championship in a thrilling finale. After years of heartbreak and near misses, Virat Kohli’s side lifted their maiden IPL trophy, sparking celebrations across Bengaluru and among fans worldwide. Scroll down to check full list of IPL 2025 award winners

Sai Sudharsan, who opened the innings for GT in a big run chase, scored 80 off 49 with the help of 10 boundaries and one six before getting out to Richard Gleeson.  

Mumbai Indians held their nerves to beat Gujarat Titans by 20 runs in the IPL 2025 Eliminator at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium at Mullanpur, New Chandigarh. 

Kuldeep Yadav confronted an umpire after an LBW appeal was denied in DC’s match against GT. Despite KL Rahul’s century, GT won by 10 wickets, securing a playoff spot.   

After KL Rahul’s majestic 112 not out off 65 balls carried DC to 199-3, Sudharsan and Gill made the chase a literal stroll in the park and did not even seem to break a sweat by completing the chase in 19 overs through their risk-free and conventional shots. 

DC VS GT (Delhi Capitals Vs Gujarat Titans ) IPL 2025 Match 60 Highlights: Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill powered Gujarat Titans to a commanding 10-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in the 60th match of the IPL 2025 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on Sunday. After their dominating win, Gujarat Titans qualified for the IPL 2025 playoffs. 

Ahead of the five-Test match series against England, stars Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have retired from the longest format of the game. The retirement of Virat and Rohit have opened the doors  for many new players, who could make their debut on England tour, beginning on June 20 in Headingley. Here's the list of 4 Indian players who might make their Test debut in England:

India's batting stalwart Virat Kohli on Monday, May 12 announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 36-year-old Kohli retired from Tests having scored 9230 runs from his 123 matches, with 30 Test centuries and 31 fifties and many other memorable innings across a glorious career. The timing of Kohli’s retirement means that India will have to find an ideal batter for No.4 spot, not just for the five-Test series against England next month, but for the future as well. Here are four players who could replace Kohli at No. 4 spot in the Indian cricket team: 

With Rohit stepping down, the spotlight turns to who will partner Yashasvi Jaiswal at the top of the order. Here are five potential candidates:  

Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan on Friday broke batting legend Sachin Tendulkar's record to become the fastest Indian batter to score 2000 T20 runs. Sudharsan achieved the milestone during the IPL 2025 match between Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 2. Here's list of India batters, who have scored fastest 2000 runs in T20 cricket: