The year 2025 has been full of tears for cricket fans, who waited for their favourite teams to win a title for years. They reached close to the win for several years, but destiny wasn’t favouring them. However, in 2025, not one, but multiple teams ended their title droughts in cricket series and tournaments.
The Indian team surely has reached the next level of dominance in the Test format, but there is one thing which none of the captains have been able to do lately, i.e., win the series over England in England. With various new captains coming down over the past few years, only three have been able to do the same. Will Shubman Gill be able to join the Elite list?
For the England tour, new Indian captain Shubman Gill will lead the side, with Rishabh Pant named as vice-captain and backed by key players like KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Ravindra Jadeja, the team looks strong. With a mix of youth and experience, India will aim to put up a tough fight against England in the Test series.
For the upcoming India-England Test series, Joe Root will be a key player for England. Having scored 2,846 runs in 30 Tests against India, including 10 centuries, he has consistently troubled the Indian bowlers. His wicket will be crucial, and getting him out early could decide how well India performs in the series.
The Indian Test team will be entering a new phase under the captaincy of Shubman Gill, which starts from 20 June with the England tour. Although it is challenging for the team to win in England, here are a few reasons why the Indian team could grab a historic series win.