As we eagerly await the 2025 Test series between England and India, we’re diving into the rich history of these two cricketing giants.
The upcoming clash in England promises to be a thrilling contest, with India set to tour for what’s expected to be another fiercely contested battle.
Every two years, England and India take turns hosting each other for Test matches. While India’s Tests are typically played from November to January during the cooler months, the English summer offers the perfect backdrop for the matches when India tours. In India, the prestigious Anthony de Mello Trophy is at stake, while England defends the coveted Pataudi Trophy when the two teams meet on home soil.
The rivalry between these teams has always been intense, with each series delivering drama and unforgettable moments. In this article, we’ll also guide you on how to secure the best seats with VIP tickets for the 2025 Test series in the UK, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action when these cricketing titans go head-to-head.
Test Match History: England vs. India (Last 10 Years)
2014: India in England (Pataudi Trophy)
In 2014, India toured England for a five-match Test series. They started strong, securing a victory in the second Test at Lord’s. However, England dominated the rest of the series, winning three consecutive matches to claim the series 3-1.
Highlights:
James Anderson shone with 25 wickets across five matches.
Joe Root amassed 518 runs, showcasing his batting prowess.
India struggled with their batting throughout the series.
Winner: England
2016/17: England in India (Anthony de Mello Trophy)
India exacted revenge during England’s visit for a Test series in 2016/17. With Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja leading the spin attack, England's batting faltered. Virat Kohli’s stellar performance, including a career-high 235 runs in the Mumbai Test, further solidified India’s dominance.
Outcome: India won 4-0, leveraging their home-ground advantage.
Winner: India
2018: India in England (Pataudi Trophy)
India returned to England in 2018 for another five-match series. Despite Virat Kohli’s exceptional batting—scoring two centuries and finishing as the series’ top scorer—India fell short. England triumphed 4-1, with James Anderson and Stuart Broad exploiting India’s batting vulnerabilities.
Winner: England
2020/21: England in India (Anthony de Mello Trophy)
Rescheduled due to COVID-19, England toured India in early 2021 for the ICC World Test Championship. England claimed a strong win in the first Test by 227 runs. However, India quickly took charge, winning the remaining matches convincingly, including a ten-wicket victory in the third Test and an innings win in the fourth.
Final Series Score: India 3-1
Winner: India
2021: India in England (Pataudi Trophy)
India and England faced off again in the summer of 2021 for a five-match series.
Key Results:
The first Test ended in a draw due to rain.
India won the second Test by 151 runs.
England rebounded with a win in the third Test, dominating by an innings and 76 runs.
India took the fourth Test with a 157-run victory, leading the series 2-1.
However, COVID-19 disrupted the fifth Test, forcing its cancellation. A rescheduled one-off match in July 2022 saw England win by seven wickets, resulting in a 2-2 draw for the series.
Winner: Draw (2-2)
2023/2024: England in India (Anthony de Mello Trophy)
England started strong, clinching the first Test by 28 runs, raising their hopes for the series. However, India roared back in the second Test with a commanding 106-run victory, led by Ravichandran Ashwin and Jasprit Bumrah’s stellar bowling performances. Yashasvi Jaiswal shone with a career-best 209 runs, further solidifying India’s dominance.
Winner: India
Who Has Won the Most Test Matches Between England and India?
Over the past decade, the rivalry between England and India has been fiercely competitive. England has won two series, while India has claimed victory in three, with one ending in a draw. Although the competition remains close, India has edged ahead in recent years, solidifying their dominance, especially on home turf.
