The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has named a 14-member squad for the first Test of the five-match series against India, set to begin on June 20, 2025, at Headingley in Leeds. Check out the full squad for the India Tour of England 1st Test here.
India Tour Of England: ENG Announce 14-Member Squad For 1st Test Against IND - See Who Made Cut
India Tour of England: ENG have named their 14-player squad for the first Test against India, set to begin on June 20, 2025, at Headingley. Jamie Overton makes a comeback, stepping in for the injured Gus Atkinson. Leading the side is Ben Stokes, with seasoned campaigners such as Joe Root and Zak Crawley included in the lineup
Ben Stokes will retain the captaincy, leading a batting lineup anchored by seasoned players Joe Root, Zak Crawley, and Ollie Pope. Alongside them, promising youngsters Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, and Jamie Smith have been included, as England aim to blend experience with emerging talent.
The pace attack features experienced bowlers Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue, supported by Sam Cook and Brydon Carse to provide depth in bowling options.
India’s upcoming tour of England includes a five-match Test series, forming part of the 2025-27 World Test Championship. The first Test at Headingley is set to kick off what promises to be a fiercely competitive summer.
India Tour Of England: ENG Squad For 1st Test
England Squad
Ben Stokes (C), Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith (wkt), Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes
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