BCCI Announces Team India Test Squad for England Tour 2025.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the India Test squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England, set to begin on June 20, 2025 at Headingley, Leeds.
The squad marks the beginning of a new chapter for Indian cricket in the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27, with Shubman Gill named as the new Test captain following Rohit Sharma’s retirement.
Shubman Gill to Lead, Rishabh Pant Named Vice-Captain
Shubman Gill, aged 25, will lead India’s red-ball side for the first time, while Rishabh Pant makes his return as vice-captain and first-choice wicketkeeper.
The selection signals a fresh leadership core focused on youth, fitness, and long-term consistency.
Full India Test Squad for England Tour 2025
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | Captain, Batter |
| Rishabh Pant | Vice-Captain, Wicketkeeper |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter |
| KL Rahul | Batter |
| Sai Sudharsan | Batter (Debut call-up) |
| Abhimanyu Easwaran | Batter |
| Karun Nair | Batter (Returns) |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | All-rounder |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| Dhruv Jurel | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Shardul Thakur | All-rounder |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Fast Bowler |
| Mohammed Siraj | Fast Bowler |
| Prasidh Krishna | Fast Bowler |
| Akash Deep | Fast Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Fast Bowler (First Test call-up) |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner |
Key Highlights of the Squad Selection
- Gill and Pant to lead a new generation of Indian red-ball cricket.
- Sai Sudharsan and Arshdeep Singh receive maiden Test call-ups.
- Karun Nair returns to the national fold after strong domestic performances.
- Blend of experienced stars (Jadeja, Bumrah, Rahul) with fresh faces ensures depth and future-proofing.
India vs England Test Series 2025 – Schedule
- 1st Test – June 20, 2025: Headingley, Leeds
- 2nd Test – Edgbaston, Birmingham
- 3rd Test – Lord’s, London
- 4th Test – Old Trafford, Manchester
- 5th Test – The Oval, London
A warm-up match against India A is scheduled in Beckenham before the series.
Beginning of a New World Test Championship Cycle
This England tour will kickstart India’s journey in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27. The last Test series between the two sides in 2021–22 ended in a 2–2 draw, setting the stage for a much-anticipated rematch.
Conclusion: Youthful, Balanced, and Bold
With Shubman Gill at the helm, and a squad mixing formidable experience with young promise, India looks well-prepared to take on England in their own backyard. The selection signals confidence in India’s domestic pipeline and a bold vision for the future of Test cricket.
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