Predicting India's Test squad for the England series

India's red ball journey returns with a tough international test as they prepare for a five-Test series in England beginning June 20, 2025. The tour heralds the start of a new World Test Championship cycle and a new era in Indian cricket.

With Rohit Sharma's retirement from Test cricket, a change in leadership and squad dynamics is expected. To deal with English conditions, the selections are likely to combine proven performances with emerging talent.

The series not only provides an opportunity to settle scores from the drawn 2021-22 tour, but it also lays a solid framework for the future.

Here is India's predicted Test squad for the England series.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill are projected to open, having demonstrated temperament and skill appropriate for swing-friendly conditions. KL Rahul adds versatility, batting anywhere in the top order and serving as a backup wicketkeeper if necessary. Virat Kohli, the batting unit's backbone, continues to be crucial in keeping the middle order intact.

Rishabh Pant is expected to retain wicketkeeping responsibilities despite his poor IPL form, while Dhruv Jurel, who impressed in the recent home series, could be the second keeper. Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar form a strong spin-bowling all-round combo, offering India depth in both batting and bowling. Kuldeep Yadav brings a wrist-spin option, and even Axar Patel might be considered.

On the pace bowling front, the pace attack will be spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah, with Mohammad Shami and Mohammed Siraj forming a potent trio. Arshdeep Singh, known for his control and swing, could be a valuable addition in English conditions. Nitish Reddy, a rising all-rounder, adds versatility and can be considered in order to provide balance.

Two prospective backups in the batting reserves are Sai Sudharsan, a rising left-handed opener, and Test triple-centurion Karun Nair, who had an explosive domestic season. Both are being prepared for long-format jobs and have solid domestic records.

Predicted India squad for England Test series:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Dhruv Jurel, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Reddy, Karun Nair, Sai Sudharsan, Arshdeep Singh, Washington Sundar.

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