According to graphics by the broadcasters, Sai Sudharsan is set to bat at the number 3 position after Gill confirmed that he would drop to number 4-a slot left vacant after Virat Kohli's retirement.
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Woakes, who missed the previous two Tests due to an ankle injury, replaces Sam Cook, while Brydon Carse comes in for Gus Atkinson, who is sidelined with a hamstring issue.
While England have laid out their eleven, Shubman Gill-led India continue to keep their Playing 11 combination under wraps ahead of the toss at 3 PM IST on June 20.
Reflecting on the transition in Indian Test leadership, Kirsten praised Gill's cricketing intellect and temperament, saying 'I think Shubman is going to be a great leader.'
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In a video released by the BCCI on social media, several players shared their thoughts on playing in England.
Leeds wicket was covered with green grass two days before the start of the first Test. The surface remained under covers for most of the day, hinting at a cautious approach toward pitch preparation
Bumrah said adapting from the high-speed T20 format to the grind of Test cricket demands careful workload planning
Buttler, who played under Gill at the Titans during IPL 2025, spoke highly of the young captain's temperament
Kaul, who played three ODIs and as many T20Is for India before retiring from international cricket last November
The decision to rename the Pataudi Trophy to the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy was taken by the England and Wales Cricket Board
Set to be inaugurated with the upcoming five-match Test series beginning on Friday, 20 June at Headingley, the new trophy replaces the Pataudi Trophy and Anthony De Mello Trophy.
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From rumours of a rift to words of praise, the former vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane calls for India's young guns to rise in England
Tendulkar's advice to Indian Batters: adapt or pay the price. The master blaster also urges flexibility, respect for conditions ahead of England Tests
Leeds has been unusually warm this June, and legend Sachin Tendulkar suggested that India can only think of playing two specialist spinners if conditions remain like this
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Speaking on the team's batting order in the wake of Virat Kohli's retirement in the pre-match press conference, Gill said the No. 3 position remains undecided.
IND vs ENG cricket rivalry began in 1932, when India played its first-ever Test match at Lord's. Led by C.K. Nayudu, India faced an experienced England side captained by Douglas Jardine.