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ENG vs IND: Captain Gill reveals why he will bat at Kohli's no. 4 position

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.

England vs India head-to-head, series result, IND-ENG Test cricket history

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.

ENG vs IND: Bumrah a threat, but India is more than one player - Stokes

As both teams prepare for a new era in their Test rivalry, Stokes' remarks reflect a healthy respect for India's depth while underlining England's confidence in their own evolving squad.

Rishabh Pant reveals India batting order ahead of ENG vs IND 1st Test

India vice-captain Rishabh Pant on Wednesday confirmed that Shubman Gill will bat at No. 4 in the Test series against England, while he will follow the skipper at the No. 5 slot. The retirement of Virat Kohli had made it mandatory for India to find a new batter at No. 4, and Gill is now going to bat at the pivotal position. "I think there is still discussion going on about who is going to play 3. But 4, 5 are definitely fixed. I think Shubman is going to bat at 4 and I am going to stick to No. 5 as of now, and rest we are going to keep on discussing that," he said. Pant also said he maintains a wonderful relationship with Gill on and off the field. "I think me and Shubman have a really good camaraderie off the field. If you're good friends off the field, it eventually comes on the field as well. That is something I've always believed," he noted. "Me and him, we gel really well together. We keep on having conversations and the kind of comfort zone we have with each other, I think t

Virat and Sharma are massive losses, but India have depth: Brydon Carse

England pacer Brydon Carse is expecting the transitioning Indian team to put up a strong fight in the five-match Test series despite the recent retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, thanks to their "huge depth". Kohli and Rohit announced their retirement from Test cricket last month, after which, the BCCI appointed Shubman Gill as the new skipper keeping the future in mind. "Look, obviously, you know, Virat and Sharma are massive losses for their batting line-up. They've been experienced players over a number of years and, you know, world-class batters. "But the depth that Indian cricket have and the quality and players coming through, you know, they will, without a doubt, put up a very strong 11 and we're ready for whatever challenge that brings," Carse said here on Wednesday. The series begins here from Friday. Carse, the strapping fast bowler with a quick arm action, said their bowling attack will look to take advantage of a bit of inexperience in the Indian line-up depen

In England you got to play a little side-on: Pant reveals shift in stance

India vice-captain Rishabh Pant on Wednesday said that he has effected a slight change to his stance from open in white ball formats to more side on in Test cricket to meet the demands of the swing-friendly England conditions. Pant, who is going to bat at No. 5 in the five-Test series beginning on Friday, will have to play a larger role for India with the bat, particularly in the absence of retired stars such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. "I think mostly it's (changes) mental, a little bit of technical too. It is like in one-day and T20s you have to open up your stance because of the kind of shots you want to play, Pant said in a press conference here. Pant has a good record as a batter in England, making 556 runs from 9 Tests at an average of 32.70 with two hundreds and as many fifties. "At the same time coming to England you got to play a little side-on and that really helps. That's the basic technical thing which I have shifted, other than that it's just the mindset thing,"

IND vs ENG: Bumrah explains why he didn't take India's Test captaincy

Bumrah said that while his body is in good shape post a hectic IPL, he has been training carefully to adjust to the rigours of Test cricket

Harbhajan wants India to play both Kuldeep and Jadeja against England

Speaking ahead of the series, Harbhajan said India should focus on selecting bowlers who can take wickets in any conditions

Rahul to Gill: Indian players eyeing multiple records during ENG Tests

India's most experienced batter now, KL Rahul, is 435 runs short of the 9,000-run milestone in international cricket

I wanted to replicate what Sundar did for the national team: Sai Sudharsan

Sai Sudharsan said he had played against Washington Sundar in age-group matches and admired the pace at which he moved up the ladder

IND vs ENG Test Series: Can KL Rahul fill the shoes of Rohit and Virat?

Rahul's numbers against England tell a mixed story. He has scored 955 runs in 13 Tests against them at an average of 39.79, which includes three centuries and two fifties

Gautam Gambhir set to rejoin Indian camp in England on Monday: Report

With Indian Test cricket entering uncharted territory, Gambhir's leadership will be instrumental in mentoring a young side led by Shubman Gill

Kuldeep Yadav expects help for spinners from pitch during IND vs ENG series

Kuldeep admitted that Ashwin's retirement has been deeply felt in the dressing room, but it has also allowed him to build a closer working relationship with Ravindra Jadeja

Pataudi's name to continue as part of IND vs ENG Tests in a different form

Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy may eventually become the primary symbol of India-England Tests in England

ICC WTC 2025-27 cycle: Full list of all teams' home and away matches

Australia will play the most number of matches in the latest WTC cycle, while Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will play the least number of matches

It's really important for all of us to get this game time: Prasidh Krishna

Prasidh, who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2025 as the tournament's top wicket-taker, is carrying confidence from his performances with the Gujarat Titans to England

Why Gautam Gambhir flew back to India ahead of series opener vs England?

India head coach departs England camp due to sudden personal emergency; squad continues preparation under assistants: Reports

Lack of time with red ball ahead of ENG series is concerning: Morne Morkel

India's bowling coach said it will be challenging to adjust quickly to English conditions as the team prepares for the series opener

England's Adil Rashid rises to number two spot in T20I bowling rankings

Rashid was consistent across England's 3-0 series victory over the West Indies

India hone their fielding skills with coach T Dilip at Beckenham | Watch

With India entering a transitional phase, fielding has become a key component of their pre-series routine in recent times