IND vs ENG Test Schedule 2024, Full Fixtures: After completing the iconic Ashes 2023, which was retained by Australia, England has set its eyes on the upcoming Test tour of India in 2024. India will host England in early 2024 for a five-game test series.



With England promoting the famous 'Bazball' way of playing test cricket, it will be interesting to see how things pan out for the Englishmen when they face the mighty Indian spinners. 



Zak Crawley, England opener who scored 480 runs in the five-match Ashes 2023, reckons England is as good in spin as it is with playing pace deliveries and that the players will just have to adapt to situations.



Notably, this time the BCCI has shifted from traditional venues to lesser-known venues in the country. The five-match Test series between India and England will be held in Hyderabad, Rajkot, Ranchi, Dharmshala and Vishakhapatnam.



The IND vs ENG 1st test starts on January 25, 2024, in Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The two teams will head to Vishakhapatnam for the second Test of the tour on February 2nd followed by a game in Rajkot, which starts on February 15. The final two games of the England tour of India 2024 will be hosted in Ranchi and Dharmshala respectively.



Down below is everything you need to know about IND vs ENG Test Schedule 2024, Full Fixtures, Match Timings, Venues | England tour of India 2024.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG Test Schedule 2024 Full Fixtures</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date</td><td>Match Details</td><td>Venue</td></tr><tr><td>Jan 25 - Jan 29</td><td>IND vs ENG 1st Test 2024</td><td>Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 02 - Feb 06</td><td>IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2024</td><td>Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 15 - Feb 19</td><td>IND vs ENG 3rd Test 2024</td><td>Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 23 - Feb 27</td><td>IND vs ENG 4th Test 2024</td><td>JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi</td></tr><tr><td>Mar 07 - Mar 11</td><td>IND vs ENG 5th Test 2024</td><td>Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG Match Timings</h2>



The matches during the England tour to India 2024 will begin at 9:30 AM Indian Standard Time, which is 04:00 AM?GMT. No Day/Night games have been planned to play in this series by the BCCI.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">England tour of India 2024 Venues </h2>



Down below is the list of venues to be used for the IND vs ENG test series along with their total seating capacity. 



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Venue Name</td><td>City</td><td>Seating Capacity</td></tr><tr><td>Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium</td><td>Hyderabad</td><td>55,000</td></tr><tr><td>Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium</td><td>Visakhapatnam</td><td>25,000</td></tr><tr><td>Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium</td><td>Rajkot</td><td>28,000</td></tr><tr><td>JSCA International Stadium Complex</td><td>Ranchi</td><td>50,000</td></tr><tr><td>Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium</td><td>Dharmshala</td><td>23,000</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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IND vs ENG Test Schedule 2024, Full Fixtures, Match Timings, Venues | England tour of India 2024

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<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=IND+vs+ENG+2024" rel="nofollow">IND vs ENG 2024</a>: England to take a Personal Chef for the five-match test series against India:?<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=India" rel="nofollow">India </a>and <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=England" rel="nofollow">England </a>will be playing the five-match test series, which will start from January 25, 2024. This test series will be the part of ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle. As per the latest reports, England will take a personal chef to India tour due to the fear of illness.



England Team Management took this step as a few of the players fell ill during the Pakistan tour just before the first test match. Omar Meziane is expected to be the personal chef of the England Cricket Team and most interestingly, he is also part of Manchester United in English Football.



The Test Series between India and England will be very crucial for both teams for the <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/category/icc-wtc/" rel="nofollow">ICC WTC 2023-25 </a>cycle. India and England will try to win most of the matches as they have a great opportunity to get the top position in the WTC Points Table.?



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However, If the Indian Team Successfully win this series, they will strengthen their chance to get into another ICC World Test Championship Final. But, it is not going to be easy for the Indian Team to defend England, who is known for their aggressive cricket.



Ben Stokes will be leading the test side in this series and he hasn't lost a single test series after taking over the test captaincy in 2022. If we talk about past stats, England lost their last two test series in India by 4-0 and 3-1.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG 2024 Test Schedule:</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date &amp; Time</td><td>Match Details</td><td>Venue</td></tr><tr><td>Jan 25- Jan 29, 9:30 AM</td><td>IND vs ENG, 1st Test</td><td>Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 2- Feb 6, 9:30 AM</td><td>IND vs ENG, 2nd Test</td><td>Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 15- Feb 19, 9:30 AM</td><td>IND vs ENG, 3rd Test</td><td>Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot</td></tr><tr><td>Feb 23- Feb 27, 9:30 AM</td><td>IND vs ENG, 4th Test</td><td>JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi</td></tr><tr><td>Mar 7- Mar 11, 9:30 AM</td><td>IND vs ENG, 5th Test</td><td>HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG 2024, England Squad for the Test Series against India:</h2>



Ben Stokes (Captain),Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Rehan Ahmed, Ben Foakes, Jonny Bairstow, James Anderson, Shoaib Bashir, Gus Atkinson, Ollie Robinson, Tom Hartley, Jack Leach, Mark Wood.



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IND vs ENG 2024: England to take a Personal Chef for the five-match test series against India

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The much anticipated IND vs ENG Test series is just a few days away from now. The series will begin on 25th January in Hyderabad and the preparations have already started with both the teams looking for their permutations and combinations.&nbsp;



Both India and<a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.ecb.co.uk"> England</a> have announced the squad for the IND vs ENG series. The five games are expected to be exciting because both the teams over the years have played a sensational brand of cricket.?



India in their home conditions are extremely threatening while England with their Bazball approach has conquered a lot of things. However, their biggest challenge will be against the Rohit Sharma-led side, who haven?t lost a single Test series at home since the last one decade.?



Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-eng-indian-team-for-the-first-two-test-matches-against-england-announced-england-tour-of-india-2024/" data-type="post" data-id="125199">IND vs ENG: Indian Team for the first two test matches against England announced | England tour of India, 2024</a>



With IND vs ENG series just around the corner, it is learned as per the reports in Indian Express that BCCI is all set to prepare rank turners for the series. England batters over the years have struggled against spin and it won?t be good news for them.&nbsp;



Since the last few home series, India has produced pitches that have started turning from Day 1. This hasn?t allowed opponents to settle and has allowed&nbsp; Indian spinners to run through the batting lineup of the teams.&nbsp;



Both teams have some quality spinners in the ranks. It?s expected that both of them will play three spinners in the XI. The challenge will be equally tough for the Indian batters as well. The IND vs ENG series also will be crucial in the context of the ICC World Test Championship.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG: India and England squad for the five-Test series</h2>



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India recently announced the squad for the IND vs ENG Test series. BCCI, however, named the team for two games only. Tensile it is expected that they might make some changes after the two games.?



Here?s the India&nbsp; squad for the first two Tests:&nbsp;



Rohit Sharma (C ), S Gill, Y Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, S Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), KS Bharat (wk), Dhruv Jurel (wk), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Avesh Khan



England on the other hand has announced a strong Team for all five Tests. They have given opportunities to some young guys as well along with the regulars.&nbsp;



Here?s the England squad for the five-Test series



Ben Stokes (captain), Rehan Ahmed, James Anderson, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow (wicketkeeper), Shoaib Bashir, Harry Brook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ben Foakes, Tom Hartley, Jack Leach, Ollie Pope, Ollie Robinson, Joe Root, Mark Wood.

IND vs ENG: BCCI to prepare rank turners for the five-Tests against England - Reports?

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IND vs ENG Test series has kept many engaged even before the series hasn?t started. The wait is about to get over as the first match of the series is just four days away from now. Hyderabad Uppal?s stadium will host the first game on 25th January. Both the teams have started their preparations and it promises to be an enthralling series.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG: 2 players that India can try at No.3 in place of struggling Shubman Gill in Tests</h2>



Young India batter <a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/11808/shubman-gill" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/11808/shubman-gill">Shubman Gill </a>hasn?t been able to make a mark in Test cricket. His decision to move to No.3 hasn?t paid off as well. The batter has failed drastically and hasn?t been able to score runs. He struggled a lot in South Africa and it won?t be a surprise if he doesn?t start in the IND vs ENG series.?



As the IND vs ENG series is around the corner, let?s take a look at 2 players that India can try at No.3 in place of struggling Shubman Gill in Tests;?



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KL Rahul?



KL Rahul will be one of the prime candidates to bat at No.3 in IND vs ENG Tests if Shubman Gill doesn?t start. The batter has been slotted as a keeper in the team but team management reportedly has told BCCI that they won?t want the batter to keep wickets in India. The right-hander is likely to bat in the middle-order. However, it won?t be a surprise if the team makes him bat at No.3. Rahul has been terrific in the Test format and it won?t be a surprise if he takes that spot in place of Gill.&nbsp;



Dhruv Jurel?



Another player that might get an opportunity at No.3 in place of struggling Shubman Gill is young batter Dhruv Jurel. The keeper-batter has received his maiden call-up in the team and it won?t be a surprise if he starts straightway. He has been doing a terrific job in the domestic circuit. And his presence allows the team to bat a keeper in top three as well. Batting Jurel at 3, allows team to play extra batter as well.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG: India vs England Test series schedule</h2>



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Here?s the schedule for the IND vs ENG Test series:?



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>1st Test&nbsp;</td><td>India vs England&nbsp;</td><td>25th-29th January&nbsp;</td><td>Hyderabad&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>2nd Test</td><td>India vs England&nbsp;</td><td>2-6 February</td><td>Vizag</td></tr><tr><td>3rd Test&nbsp;</td><td>India vs England</td><td>15-19 February</td><td>Rajkot&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>4th Test&nbsp;</td><td>India vs England</td><td>23-27 February</td><td>Ranchi&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>5th&nbsp;</td><td>India vs England&nbsp;</td><td>7-11 March</td><td>Dharamsala</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

IND vs ENG: 2 players that India can try at No.3 in place of struggling Shubman Gill in Tests

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With just four days remaining for the IND vs ENG Test, the <a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.ecb.co.uk">England cricket team</a> has suffered a massive blow. Star batter Harry Brook has opted out of the five-match Test series in India due to personal reasons, giving the ECB a massive headache.?



Harry Brook trained with the England team in Abu Dhabi in the build-up to the IND vs ENG series and even arrived in India. However, due to family reasons, he had to rush back. The batter has been ruled out of the entire series, which will be played from 25th January to 11th March across five different venues in India.&nbsp;



It is suspected that Harry Brook got a family emergency and that?s why he had to travel back home. England and Wales Cricket Board released an official statement, confirming about the development and also urged fans to give privacy to the Brook family in the tough times.&nbsp;



Releasing the official statement, ECB stated:&nbsp;



?Harry Brook is set to return home with immediate effect for personal reasons from the England Men?s Test tour of India. He will not be returning to India. The Brook family respectfully requests privacy during this time. In light of this, the ECB and the family kindly request the media and the public to respect their wish for privacy and refrain from intruding on their private space.?



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The England and Wales Cricket Board are yet to announce the replacement of Harry Brook for the IND vs ENG series. However, they confirmed that they will be announcing a replacement in due course of time as the England tour to India progresses.&nbsp;



It will be a huge blow for England as Harry Brook has been their best batter in the Tests of late. The young sensational since the last few years has set the stage on fire and he has been one of the main reasons behind team?s success in the longest format of the game.&nbsp;



Harry Brook, who bats in the middle over, with his aggressive mindset has changed the course of the game many times for England. The batter has slammed 1181 runs in just 12 Tests so far at an average of 62.15. He also has 4 hundreds to his name.&nbsp;



Harry Brook?s attacking approach in the middle order could?ve been vital for England in the upcoming IND vs ENG series. His battle against Indian spinners could?ve proved out to be a turning point in the game. It remains to be seen now who will replace him in the team.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG: Revised England squad for the Tests against India&nbsp;</h2>



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IND vs ENG: Here?s Revised England squad for the Tests against India:?



Ben Stokes (captain), Rehan Ahmed, James Anderson, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow (wicketkeeper), Shoaib Bashir, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ben Foakes, Tom Hartley, Jack Leach, Ollie Pope, Ollie Robinson, Joe Root, Mark Wood.

IND vs ENG: England suffers a massive blow as star batters pulls out of the India Test series?

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IND vs ENG Test Series 2024: One of the most awaited Test series between the two strong rivals is just around the corner as England is touring India for a 5-match test series to be played from January 25 to March 11, 2024. This post will lead you to the much-anticipated IND vs ENG Schedule, Updated Full Squads, Venues, Timings, Streaming and Broadcasting Details.



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Many are calling this tour of England a real test for Bazball, and many are backing them. A few days back, England Cricket Team's head coach Brendon McCullum said "We have got a huge challenge against a very good Indian team in five Tests in India. I am excited about it because you want to test yourself against the best side, and I genuinely believe that India are the best in their own conditions."



The first match of the IND vs ENG Test series will take place in Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on January 25. The next four red-ball matches will take place in Visakhapatnam, Rajkot, Ranchi, and Dharamsala. The English team has landed in India on Saturday, January 20.



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Indian Cricket Team was asked by BCCI to reassemble at Hyderabad on January 20 for team meetings and practice sessions. Team India will be missing the services of Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane as it seems BCCI has decided to break ways with them and try new options.



As per recent reports, England's top-order batsman Harry Brook has returned home from the team's tour to India ahead of the first test, which is scheduled to start on January 25. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) stated in a press release that Brook returned to London on Sunday, January 20, for personal reasons. Brook will not return to India for the whole five-match series, and England's selectors have announced Dan Lawrence as his replacement.



Brook, a key component of the Bazball notion, will be tough to replace in both the squad and the starting lineup. Brook will most likely be replaced in the starting 11 by Ollie Pope.



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Below are all the details of the IND vs ENG Schedule, Updated Full Squads, Venues, Timings, Streaming and Broadcasting:



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="ind-vs-eng-test-schedule">IND vs ENG Test Schedule</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date</td><td>Match</td><td>Time (IST)</td><td>Venue</td></tr><tr><td>25th ? 29th January</td><td>IND vs ENG 1st Test</td><td>09:30 AM</td><td>Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad</td></tr><tr><td>2nd ? 6th February</td><td>IND vs ENG 2nd Test</td><td>09:30 AM</td><td>VDCA Cricket Stadium, Vizag</td></tr><tr><td>15th ? 19th February</td><td>IND vs ENG 3rd Test</td><td>09:30 AM</td><td>Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot</td></tr><tr><td>23rd ? 27th February</td><td>IND vs ENG 4th Test</td><td>09:30 AM</td><td>JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi</td></tr><tr><td>7th ? 11th March</td><td>IND vs ENG 5th Test</td><td>09:30 AM</td><td>HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="indias-squad-vs-england">India?s Squad vs England</h2>



Squad for TEST 1 and TEST 2:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/rohit-sharma-net-worth-biography-salary-cars-house-businesses/">Rohit Sharma</a>&nbsp;(c), Yashasvi Jaiswal,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/virat-kohli-net-worth-age-salary-houses-businesses-biography-cars/">Virat Kohli</a>, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul (wk), KS Bharat (wk), Shreyas Iyer, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ravindra-jadeja-player-profile-stats-net-worth-salary-lifestyle-and-more/">Ravindra Jadeja</a>, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Axar Patel, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (vc), Avesh Khan.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="englands-squad-vs-india">England?s Squad vs India</h2>



<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ben-stokes-player-profile-stats-net-worth-salary-lifestyle-and-more/">Ben Stokes</a>&nbsp;(c), James Anderson, Gus Atkinson, Rehan Ahmed, Shoaib Bashir,&nbsp;Dan Lawrence, Zak Crawley, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Jack Leach, Ben Foakes, Ollie Robinson, Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Mark Wood.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="live-streaming-and-broadcasting-details">Live Streaming and Broadcasting Details</h2>



Every game of the next England tour of India in 2024 will be shown live on the Sports18 channel. Fans may watch live action on the Jio Cinema app and website.



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IND vs ENG Schedule, Updated Full Squads, Venues, Timings, Streaming and Broadcasting Details | England Tour Of India 2024

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IND vs ENG Test: Head Coach Rahul Dravid dropped an update as KL Rahul won't be keeping wickets in the upcoming five-match India vs England Test series. Coach Dravid made it clear that Rahul will play as a pure batsman in the playing 11.



In a press conference, Rahul Dravid stated that the selection of KL Rahul was pre-determinately done as a batsman not as a keeper. He also mentioned that they have selected two other wicketkeeper batters to keep the wickets.



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<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Rahul Dravid on KL Rahul</h4>



?Rahul will not be playing as a wicket-keeper in this series and we are clear about that in the selection itself. We have picked two other wicket-keepers and obviously Rahul did a fantastic job for us in South Africa and really played a big part in helping us draw the series,? said Dravid.



He also mentioned that instead of KL Rahul, KS Bharat, or Dhruv Jurel will keep wickets. ?But considering five Test matches (against England) and playing in these conditions the selection will be between the two other keepers we have,? he explained.



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Bharat, who made his Test debut against Australia at home in the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has five red-ball matches under his belt and currently heads the race. His recent match-saving 116 not out against the England Lions in Ahmedabad strengthened his case quite a bit.



It is never going to be easy to be behind the wickets considering the nature of Indian pitches, which force wicketkeepers to stand close to stumps against spinners like Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin. However, since Bharat is a designated keeper, he is best suited for the role.



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Dravid on Pitch condition</h4>



The Indian pitches have always been a talking point whenever India host any red ball game. In addition, Rahul Dravid stated that he anticipates a turning track in Hyderabad. There are still two days until the game starts, but it seems that the length area for the spinners at each end was drier than the rest of the surface which indicates nothing but spin.



?It?s a hard one to say, so [we will] just have a look once it starts and figure it out. It looks a good one and may spin a little bit; how quickly and fast I am not sure, but it may spin a little bit as the game goes on,? he said.



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Dravid Confirms, Not KL Rahul, THIS Player Will Keep Wickets Against England | IND vs ENG 2024

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<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/category/icc-wtc/" rel="nofollow">ICC WTC Points Table </a>2023-25 Ahead of India vs England Test Series 2024 | ICC World Test Championship Standings:?<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=India" rel="nofollow">India </a>and <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=England" rel="nofollow">England </a>are going to play the five-match test series from January 25 in Hyderabad and this test series is very important for them. The Indian Team is at second spot in the ICC WTC Points Table 2023-25 whereas England is present at seventh position in the latest ICC World Test Championship Standings.



After winning the T20I series against <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=Afghanistan" rel="nofollow">Afghanistan</a>, the Indian Team will be looking to white-wash the five-test series against England and they can do this as all the matches will be played in Indian conditions. As of now, Team India has played only four games in the ICC WTC 2023-25 Cycle out of which they won two games and have 26 points with a PCT of 54.16%.



However, England didn't play any bilateral test series after the Ashes 2023, the series was tied by 2-2 and now, they have to play good cricket to make their chances stronger for the ICC WTC Final. England has played five games so far out of which, they won two games and they have only points and a PCT of 15.00%.



Australia, the Defending Champions of the ICC World Test Championship are present at first position in the ICC WTC Points Table 2023-25. Australia has played excellent cricket against Pakistan and won the three-match test series by 3-0 therefore they jumped to the top spot in the ICC World Test Championship Standings. However, they have played nine games out of which they won six and have 66 points with a PCT of 61.11%.



South Africa played their last test series against India and the series was tied by 1-1 hence they are present at third position in the latest ICC World Test Championship Standings with 12 points and PCT of 50.00%. New Zealand is in the fourth spot with 12 points and a PCT of 50.00 in the ICC WTC Points Table.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ICC WTC Points Table 2023-25 Ahead of IND vs ENG 1st Test 2024:</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Position</td><td>Teams</td><td>Matches</td><td>Won</td><td>Lost</td><td>Draw</td><td>N/R</td><td>Points</td><td>PCT</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>AUSTRALIA</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>66</td><td>61.11</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>INDIA</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>26</td><td>54.16</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>SOUTH AFRICA</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>50.00</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>NEW ZEALAND</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>50.00</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>BANGLADESH</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>50.00</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>PAKISTAN</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>22</td><td>36.66</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>ENGLAND</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>9</td><td>15.00</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>WEST INDIES</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>11.11</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>SRI LANKA</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Espncricinfo.com</figcaption></figure>







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ICC WTC Points Table 2023-25 Ahead of India vs England Test Series 2024 | ICC World Test Championship Standings

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<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=IND+vs+ENG">IND vs ENG</a> 1st Test 2024: Day 1 Stumps, England at 246/10 &amp; India at 119/1, Bazball flops against Ashwin and Jadeja:?India and England are playing the first test match of the five-match test series at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad. Team India dominated England on Day 1 of the first test match in Hyderabad, English batters failed to continue bazball in India against the spinners.



After Winning the toss, <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=England" rel="nofollow">England </a>batted first and they got all out by scoring 246 runs on the scoreboard in their first inning in 64.3 overs. Skipper Ben Stokes showed excellent temperament and played a responsible inning of 70 runs in 88 balls, however, other batters played small innings and somehow, England made 246 runs in their first inning against a strong bowling attack of India.



<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=India" rel="nofollow">Indian Bowlers </a>played good cricket on Day 1 in the first test match but they can perform better as England was at 155/7 in 48.3 overs therefore they can all out them under 200 but unfortunately, England scored 246 runs. While batting, Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal gave an excellent start to the team but skipper Rohit Sharma failed to covert it in the long inning.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG 1st Test Day 1 Match Summary:</h2>



England batted first and they played excellent cricket in the starting 10 overs following their bazball cricket but then, three wickets fell start and England got on back-foot and Indian spinners started dominating the game. However, Jonny Bairstow tried to put some pressure but he was able to score only 37 runs.



Although wickets were falling from the other end, Skipper Ben Stokes stood till last and helped his team to have decent runs on the scoreboard. In the end, England scored 246 runs in 64.3 overs and Skipper Ben Stokes played a fantastic inning of 70 runs. From Indian Bowling Department, Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin took three wickets each in the first inning.



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India started well as they scored 80 runs for the first wicket in their first inning as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Skipper Rohit Sharma played a bit aggressively. Rohit Sharma got out by scoring 24 runs in 27 balls whereas Yashasvi Jaiswal is still on the crease and he scored 76 runs in 70 balls. English Bowler Jack Leach took one wicket from England's side on Day 1.



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IND vs ENG 1st Test 2024: Day 1 Stumps, England at 246/10 &amp; India at 119/1, Bazball flops against Ashwin and Jadeja

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IND vs ENG: India captain Rohit Sharma is on the cusp of achieving a massive milestone in Test cricket. The senior opening batter is just 199 runs away from unlocking 4000 runs in the longest format of the game for the <a href="https://www.bcci.tv" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.bcci.tv">Indian cricket team</a>.?



Rohit Sharma currently has 3801 runs to his name from 55 Test matches. The batter has an average of over 45 in the format and also has slammed 10 centuries and 16 half-centuries in his career so far. Ever since he started opening in the format, he has been a different beast altogether.



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Rohit Sharma would be hoping to achieve the feat of 4000 runs in the second IND vs ENG Test. The match between the teams will be played from 3rd February in Vishakhapatnam. England lead the series 1-0 after their 28-run win in the first match.



Rohit Sharma looked in solid touch in both innings of the first IND vs ENG game but failed to convert the start he got. He scored 24 runs in the first innings and then followed it up with a 39-run knock on the second innings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.?



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If India has to fancy their chances of winning the second IND vs ENG game, Rohit Sharma will have to play a huge role for the team. Also with KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja ruled out of the second game, it will be an added responsibility for the skipper.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ENG: Rohit Sharma to open, Rajat Patidar to make debut; India likely playing 11 for second Test&nbsp;</h2>



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With KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja being ruled out of the second IND vs ENG game, it is expected that someone will get the debut cap. The reports have suggested that Rajat Patidar will be making his debut and it is expected that he will bat at No.3 with Shubman Gill at 4.?



Here?s India likely playing 11 for the second IND vs ENG Test&nbsp;



Rohit Sharma (c)? Yashasvi Jaiswal? Rajat Patidar Shubman Gill? Shreyas Iyer? KS Bharat (wk)? Axar Patel R Ashwin? Kuldeep Yadav? Jasprit Bumrah? Mohammed Siraj?

IND vs ENG: Rohit Sharma on the verge of achieving a huge milestone in the Test cricket

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The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  
The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    
Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Rohit Sharma (C)</h3>
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Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Babar Azam</h3>
Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. 
As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Virat Kohli</h3>
One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. 
As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Shreyas Iyer</h3>
Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  
As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Mohammad Rizwan</h3>
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New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)
Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  
As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. 
<h3 dir="ltr">6: Hardik Pandya</h3>
Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. 
As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.
<h3 dir="ltr">7: Shadab Khan</h3>
Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. 
As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.
<h3 dir="ltr">8: Kuldeep Yadav</h3>
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Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.
As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.
<h3 dir="ltr">9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</h3>
Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.
As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.
<h3 dir="ltr">10: Jasprit Bumrah</h3>
India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. 
As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.
<h3 dir="ltr">11: Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) 
Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. 
As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Picking India-Pakistan’s strongest combined Playing XI from current squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.
<h2>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</h2>
KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.
However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.
<h2>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</h2>
On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.
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Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.
Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.
<h2>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</h2>
Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.
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Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.
<h2>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</h2>
Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.
One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.
Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.
Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.

KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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India Cricket Team players are back to the domestic circuit after the BCCI took serious steps, forcing all the players to play for their state. This comes after the indiscipline was reported from the Indian camp during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
Following the guidelines by the BCCI, big Indian players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others are all set to take the field for their respective state teams in the upcoming two rounds of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25. 
Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, which will begin on 23rd January. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will be playing for Delhi and Bengaluru, respectively, in the third round of the tournament, which will begin on 30th January. 
With big stars all set to play in Ranji Trophy 2024-25, let's take a look at when Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant played in the domestic cricket last: 
<h2>When did Virat Kohli last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he scored 14 &amp; 43 in two innings of a match. This didn't help Delhi's cause as they went on to lose the game by by six wickets. 
<h2>When did RIshabh Pant last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rishabh Pant, who will be playing for Delhi in the upcoming match, last played for Delhi in the 2017/18 season's final. He was a leader of the team in that game and had a decent outing with the bat. He scored 21 &amp; 32 in that game, but that wasn't enough as Delhi went on to lose the game by nine wickets. 
<h2>When did Rohit Sharma last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rohit Sharma featured last time in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh in November 2015. He played a magnificent innings for his team as he slammed a magnificent 113-run knock at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. His innings helped the team draw the game. 
<h2>When did Shubman Gill last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Shubman Gill has been a regular feature in the Ranji Trophy. He last played for Punjab in the quarterfinals against Madhya Pradesh in 2022. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he managed scores of 9 &amp; 19 as MP beat Punjab by 10 wickets. He will be seen in action on 23rd January at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/what-s-going-on-with-india-s-pace-sensation-mayank-yadav-constantly-getting-in-out-of-the-team/#google_vignette">What's going on with India's pace sensation Mayank Yadav? Constantly getting in &amp; out of the team</a>

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: Check when big Indian players played the last domestic match

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IND vs ENG 1st Dream11 Prediction: The wait is over, and Indian fans will be able to see their team in action. Team India will lock horns with Englandi n the first of five T20Is. The clash will begin at 7 PM IST on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are equipped with world-class players that will spice up the challenge.
The fight will be between the top order on both sides. Suryakumar Yadav will have the responsibility to get the best out of Indian players. They are coming off a series win over South Africa and looked great. England will also try hard to get the winning momentum and prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Details
<ul>
<li>Series: England tour of India 2025</li>
<li>Match: India vs England, 1st T20I</li>
<li>Date: January 22 (Wednesday)</li>
<li>Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li>Timing: 7 PM IST</li>
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I Pitch Report
The surface at Eden Gardens is great for the batting side. It is a flat deck where one can chase down totals. The highest IPL chase was recorded at this venue in 2024. There will be some help for the slow bowlers as well, but shorter boundaries will be very hard to avoid if you are a bowling team.
IND vs ENG: Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts clear weather with some clouds on Wednesday evening with a 24° C temperature and a 12 km/h average wind speed.
IND vs ENG Head-to-Head T20I
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<li>Total Matches: 24</li>
<li>India: 13</li>
<li>England: 11</li>
<li>No Result: 0</li>
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I Live Streaming Details
Star Sports will broadcast the first T20I between India and England live on TV. Fans can also watch the first game live online on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website.
IND vs ENG Possible XIs 
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarty, Arshdeep Singh 
England: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
IND vs ENG: Dream11 Team
<ul>
<li>Wicket-keepers: Phil Salt (Vice Captain), Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler</li>
<li>Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ben Duckett</li>
<li>All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Jamie Overton</li>
<li>Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarty</li>
</ul>
**These predictions are made by our writers, which can go wrong. We ask you to compare the teams and pick the best set of players to do well.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-to-watch-out-for-in-the-first-ind-vs-eng-t20-at-the-eden-gardens/">3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens</a>

The first IND vs ENG T20I Dream11 Prediction gives you all the updates stats and tips.

The first IND vs ENG T20I will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday at 7 PM IST.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, Grand League Team, Probable XI, Dream11 Team, Pitch Preview & More

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off on February 19, with 15 exciting ODIs spread across three weeks. The tournament will feature eight top teams, divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Each group will play a round-robin format, where every team faces the other teams in their group. The top two teams from each group will then progress to the semi-finals.
Matches will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. Dubai hosting some of the biggest fixtures, including the highly anticipated Pakistan vs India match on February 23. The tournament will culminate with two semi-finals on March 4 and March 5, followed by the grand final on March 9. 

<h2>Dowload the ICC Champions trophy 2025 Schedule PDF</h2>

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
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<th>Date</th>
<th>Match Details</th>
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<td>Feb 19, Wed</td>
<td>Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 20, Thu</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 21, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 22, Sat</td>
<td>Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 23, Sun</td>
<td>Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 24, Mon</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 25, Tue</td>
<td>Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 26, Wed</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B</td>
</tr>
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<td>Feb 27, Thu</td>
<td>Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 28, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 01, Sat</td>
<td>South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 02, Sun</td>
<td>New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mar 04, Tue</td>
<td>1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)</td>
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<td>Mar 05, Wed</td>
<td>2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mar 09, Sun</td>
<td>Final</td>
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule PDF download. Download PDF with group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Get all the details for the February 19 - March 9 tournament!