The Indian team is all set to travel to England for a five-match Test series starting next month. The first Test will begin on June 20, but before that, the BCCI needs to announce the squad. However, the England tour has never been easy for Team India. If the challenge proves tough this time as well, it would come as no surprise. Historically, whenever India and England have played Test matches, England has often had the upper hand. Let’s take a closer look.
India vs England Head-to-Head Record
The cricketing relationship between India and England is very old. Even before India gained independence, the two teams were playing Test series against each other. The first Test match between India and England was played in 1932. Since then, the Indian team has toured England and England has toured India regularly, and this tradition continues to this day. So far, India and England have played a total of 136 Test matches against each other. Out of these, India has won 35 matches, while England has won 51. The remaining 50 Tests have ended in draws.
Absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Will Add Pressure
Looking at the record, England has the upper hand in the India vs England series. This time, since the series is being played in England, it is expected that the English team will play aggressively. Moreover, two of India’s senior and star players, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, will not be part of the squad this time, which could increase the pressure on the team. So, if India faces more difficulties, it would not be surprising.
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An Inexperienced Team is Expected to Tour England
Although the Indian squad for this series has not been announced yet, it is believed that Shubman Gill could be the new captain. The BCCI is expected to announce the squad soon. However, it is almost certain that the squad will not be very experienced. So if England manages to dominate the series again, it should not come as a shock.