India seized control on Day 1 of the 1st Test against England at Headingley, piling up 359/3. Century-makers Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal led the charge, as England’s bowling attack struggled to make breakthroughs. Rishabh Pant’s aggressive 65* set up a daunting platform for the visitors.
KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant powered India to set a 371-run target for England in the Headingley Test. Pant made history with twin centuries as England finished Day 4 at 21/0, facing a stern challenge on a tricky final day. Josh Tongue starred with the ball, grabbing 7 wickets.
Harshit Rana became the first Indian to debut as a concussion substitute, replacing injured all-rounder Shivam Dube during the fourth T20I against England. England’s Jos Buttler questioned the move, but ICC rules supported India’s call, highlighting growing scrutiny over substitution protocols.
India and England clash in the 2nd ODI at Cuttack, with Virat Kohli returning to India’s lineup. India banks on their spin strategy with Jadeja and Axar Patel, while England struggles with a lack of specialist spinners. Ravi Jadeja's all-round skills and Ben Duckett's aggressive batting are crucial components for their respective teams.
England sets a cautious opening against India in the second ODI in Cuttack, with Harry Brook and Ben Duckett leading the score at 28/0 after the initial powerplay. India's bowlers, including Bumrah and Shami, aim to break the partnership as England counters strategically. The match is significant for India to seal the series, with key plays expected from Kohli and Archer.
Harshit Rana, a promising cricketer from India, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first player to debut in an international T20 match as a concussion substitute. This occurred during a gripping match between India and England in Pune, where the decision sparked both praise and controversy. Rana's impressive performance was pivotal in securing India's victory.