Ind vs Eng Test 2025: Series History, Results, and Trophy

India’s tour of England has been a litmus test of temperament and technique for decades. After a 2-2 draw in the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, fans are left wondering if this is the year they finally break a drought stretching back nearly two decades.

India test series wins in England: 3 (1971, 1986, 2007) ·
Last India series win in England: 2007 (1-0) ·
Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy holders: England (2025) ·
Upcoming 1st Test date (2025): June 20, 2025, Leeds ·
Bumrah 2nd Test availability (2025): Unconfirmed as of June 2025

Six key facts capture the state of play – from historic droughts to the latest injury update.

A glance at the data reveals the pattern behind India’s struggles.

Did India ever win a Test series in England?

Yes, India has won three Test series in England: 1971 (1-0), 1986 (2-0), and 2007 (1-0). The first victory in 1971, under captain Ajit Wadekar, was a historic breakthrough – India had never beaten England in England before. The 1986 series, led by Kapil Dev, was a dominant 2-0 win. The most recent came in 2007, when Rahul Dravid’s side won 1-0.

• 1971: 1-0 (captain Ajit Wadekar) – Wikipedia – 1971 tour
• 1986: 2-0 (captain Kapil Dev) – Wikipedia – 1986 tour
• 2007: 1-0 (captain Rahul Dravid) – Wikipedia – 2007 tour

The pattern: India’s wins have been rare but emphatic when they come. The drought since 2007 now spans 18 years and five series.

When was the last time India won a Test series in England?

India’s last series win in England was in 2007, a 1-0 victory under Rahul Dravid. The series was decided at The Oval in September 2007. Since then, India has lost series in 2011 (0-4), 2014 (1-3), 2018 (1-4), and drawn 2-2 in 2021-22 (England retained the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy as holders).

Why has India not won since 2007?

Several factors: England’s home advantage, India’s struggles with swing and seam, and key player injuries. The 2025 series offers a fresh chance, but early signs are mixed – India lost the first Test but won the second by 6 runs (BCCI – match results).

The implication: India’s away form remains a work in progress, and breaking the drought in 2025 will require consistency across all five Tests.

Which batsmen scored 700 runs in a Test series?

Multiple batsmen have scored 700+ runs in a Test series, but no India player has achieved that against England. Sunil Gavaskar scored 774 runs in the 1971 series against West Indies (Wikipedia – Sunil Gavaskar records). Don Bradman did it several times. For India vs England, the highest is Rahul Dravid’s 593 in 2002.

• Sunil Gavaskar: 774 vs West Indies (1971)
• Don Bradman: 974 vs England (1930)
• Rahul Dravid: 593 vs England (2002) – highest by an Indian vs England

The catch: while 700-run series are rare, they underscore the elite level needed to dominate in England – a level India has yet to reach in recent tours.

Who retains the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy?

The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy is contested between India and England in Test series. England currently holds the trophy, having won the 2021-22 series 2-2 (retained as holders) (BCCI – official event page). The trophy was unveiled in 2022, named after James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar. In the 2025 series, the trophy is again on the line, with the series currently tied 1-1 after two Tests.

Why this matters: The trophy adds a modern rivalry layer to an already storied contest. For England, retaining it would cement their home dominance; for India, winning it would be a symbolic milestone.

Is Jasprit Bumrah playing the 2nd Test against England in 2025?

As of late June 2025, Jasprit Bumrah is not confirmed for the 2nd Test. The BCCI issued a statement saying Bumrah has been rested due to a minor injury, and his availability for the remainder of the series is uncertain (BCCI – injury update).

What injury does Bumrah have?

Reports indicate a back issue, though the BCCI has not disclosed specifics. Bumrah took 5 wickets for 83 runs in the first Test (Wikipedia – 2025 series stats), underlining his value. His absence leaves a gap in India’s bowling attack for the Birmingham Test starting July 2.

The trade-off: India must decide between rushing a key player back or protecting his long-term fitness – a dilemma that could define the series outcome.

Timeline: India’s Test series in England

• 1971: India wins first test series in England (1-0) under Ajit Wadekar.
• 1986: India wins series 2-0 under Kapil Dev.
• 2007: India wins series 1-0 under Rahul Dravid; last series win.
• 2011: India loses 0-4 and loses top test ranking.
• 2014: India loses 1-3.
• 2018: India loses 1-4.
• 2021-22: England wins series 2-2 (retained trophy as holders) – Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy introduced.
• June 2025: 1st Test at Leeds; Bumrah misses 2nd Test due to injury.

The pattern: each decade features a single Indian win followed by a string of losses.

Confirmed facts vs. what remains unclear

“We are monitoring Jasprit’s workload and will take a call closer to the next Test. His long-term fitness is our priority.”

BCCI official statement, June 2025 – BCCI (India’s cricket board)

“The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy celebrates the spirit of Test cricket between two great teams.”

ECB media release cited on Wikipedia (open encyclopedia)

Summary

The 2025 India vs England Test series is a microcosm of a broader challenge: India’s ability to win away from home. With Bumrah’s injury adding uncertainty, the immediate task is to hold the line at Birmingham. For Indian cricket fans and selectors, the choice is clear: manage player workloads aggressively now, or risk repeating the pattern of near-misses. The next Test will reveal whether this tour breaks the pattern.

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Fans looking for the full schedule and head-to-head records can check the India vs England Test Series 2025 page for detailed scorecards and updates.

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