Live Commentary: England vs India Test Match - Scores, Start Time, Team Updates, and Guide to Follow First Test
Engage in a High-Stakes Face-Off: England takes on India in Five-Match Test Series!
buckle up for an electrifying showdown as two cricket giants collide in a five-match Test series! England and India, two powerhouses of the cricket world, are set to go head-to-head, starting Friday, June 19**.
India's loyal fanbase is known for their supportive presence on and off the field. This series promises a heated battle both on the pitch and in the stands.
Ben Stokes and his men are poised to secure a series win against India, aiming to boost their confidence for The Ashes later in the year.
Nonetheless, India, sporting a much-changed squad, seeks to prove their mettle on the world stage amidst the global spotlight.
England won the toss and chose to field first in this inaugural encounter.
England vs India: Key Details
Match Information
This test match is scheduled from Friday, June 20, to Tuesday, June 24.
Streaming Information
For the first time ever, overseas listeners on YouTube can tune into coverage of an England home Test series via talkSPORT Cricket YouTube channel. Unfortunately, those based in the UK are not able to stream the action in this manner.
About the Test Series
This contest is taking place at Headingley in Leeds, with play commencing each day at 11 am.
England vs India: Ones to Watch
England
- Zak Crawley arms England with a solid opening bat.
- Ben Duckett brings balance and experience to the middle order.
- Ollie Pope fortifies the batting line-up at number three.
- Joe Root, an accomplished batsman, leads the team.
- Harry Brook and Ben Stokes, star all-rounders, will be crucial in both batting and bowling.
- Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse join the pace attack.
India
- Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul anchor the opening batting partnership.
- Sai Sudharsan aims to make a strong case in the middle order.
- Shubman Gill, India's new captain, will be a pivotal figure, bolstering the young squad.
- Rishabh Pant and Karun Nair strengthen the lower middle order with their batting prowess and wicket-keeping acumen.
- Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur provide variety and fire to the bowling attack.
- Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna are the primary pace options.
Toss: England won the toss and elected to field.
Follow talkSPORT.com for regular updates and live scores or tune in to Sky Sports Main Event and Cricket for television coverage. Let the thrilling battle commence!
Behind the Scenes
Rob Key, England's Managing Director, is excited about the pairings and rivalries that await audiences in this series:
"I have witnessed the talent of the young Indian players emerging in white-ball cricket, and I believe that they can adapt to Test cricket more swiftly than anticipated.
"You don't need extensive red-ball experience to deliver promising performances in Test cricket. And the interesting stories will unfold as these rivalries evolve."
He further acknowledges the alluring presence of key players, such as Joe Root and Jasprit Bumrah, who anticipate captivating contests.
Brace for the excitement as the National Football League (NFL) season kicks off alongside the thrilling cricket Test Series between England and India.
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