🔥 Next phase of India vs England Test Series 2025
The second match of the India vs England test series is going to be held in Edgbaston, Birmingham from 2 July. The first test match was played in Headingley in which England defeated Team India. Now when the series is in the hands of England 1-0, Team India has a chance to make a comeback and bring a draw in the series.
📍 Match Details (India vs England 2nd Test 2025)
📅 Date: 2 July – 6 July 2025
🏟 Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham
🕙 Start Time: 3:30 PM IST
📺 Live Telecast: Star Sports / Jio Cinema
🏟 Edgbaston Pitch Report – Spin vs Pace?
The Edgbaston pitch Is traditionally considered to be friendly towards pace bowlers. Seam and swing are dominant during the first two days, but spinners also play an important role in the final days of the match.
Pitch Insights:
First 2 days: Beneficial for seamers
From Day 3: Spin bowlers make a significant contribution
Toss will be important – batting first can give advantage
🌤 Weather Forecast – Will it rain and spoil the sport?
There are some chances of rain in Birmingham, especially around Day 2 and Day 4. England’s pacers may get more swing in the favorable conditions.
Jasprit Bumrah will not play the Edgbaston Test 2025 – a huge blow to India
A big news has shocked all Indian cricket fans – Jasprit Bumrah will no longer be available for the 2nd Test match between India and England which will be played at Edgbaston from 2 July. This match is an important stage of the India vs England Test Series 2025, and Bumrah not playing can be a big blow for the team.
🤕 What happened to Jasprit Bumrah?
According to sources, Jasprit Bumrah had to face the problem of minor back stiffness i.e. mild back pain after the first Test. Looking at his fitness, the Indian team management has decided to give him rest from the Edgbaston Test so that his injury does not become more serious.
The medical team has advised that he should be given full recovery time so that he can be ready for the upcoming matches of the series.
📉 How big a loss is Bumrah’s absence for India?
Bumrah role is like the backbone of the Indian bowling attack. His bounce, speed and accuracy prove to be very beneficial for India in the conditions of England. He also bowled with discipline in the Headingley Test and put pressure on England’s top order.
His absence means that India will have to give a chance to a new or less experienced bowler in his place. This can be both a risk and an opportunity.
- 📊 Bumrah’s Career Stats – A Glance
Test Matches: 37
Wickets: 172
Average: 21.3
5-wicket hauls: 8
These stats themselves tell what level of bowler he is. His experience and staying calm in pressure situations make him different. Team India has come with a very balanced squad, but it will not be easy to find a replacement for an experienced pacer like Bumrah.
🇮🇳 India Team Preview – Comeback pressure
India struggled in both bowling and batting departments in the first Test, especially in bowling. The top order did well in batting but the middle order and lower order gave a very disappointing performance
Due to the poor performance of the middle order and lower order, India had to face a insulting defeat despite playing well in the match. Not including Nitishkumar reddy in the playing XI was a surprising decision. Spin can play a big role in Edgbaston, so Kuldeep is expected to get a chance.
- ✅ Probable Playing XI – India:
1. Yashasvi Jaiswal
2. KL Rahul
3. S. Sudarshan
4. Shubman gill ©
5. Rishabh Pant (WK)
6. Karun nair
7. R. Jadeja
8. Shardul thakur / Nitishkumar Reddy
9. Mohammed Siraj
10. P. Krishna / Akash deep
11. Arshdeep Singh / j. Bumrah
- 🔑 Key Indian Players to Watch:
Yashasvi Jaiswal – India will have to give a good start in batting and will also have to improve their fielding.
Shubman Gill – Along with batting, captaincy will also have to be good.
Ravindra Jadeja – All-round performance is expected.
🏴☠️ England Team Preview – Bazball Continues!
England surprised India in the first Test in Babel style. Fast run rate, aggressive intent and strong bowling are part of their strategy.
- ✅ Probable Playing XI – England:
1. Zak Crawley
2. Ben Duckett
3. Ollie Pope
4. Joe Root
5. H. Brook
6. Ben Stokes ©
7. J. Smith (WK)
8. Chris Woakes
9. Jofra archar
10. J. Tongue
11. S. Basir
- 🔑 Key England Players to Watch:
Joe Root – consistent performer against India
Ben Stokes – Captain and game-changer
Ben Duckett – opening role will be crucial, the effect of bazbol will have to be shown from the top
📊 India vs England Head-to-Head at Edgbaston (Tests)
📊 India vs England Head-to-Head at Edgbaston (Tests)
• Matches: 8
• England Wins: 6
• India Wins: 0
• Drawn: 2
Fun Fact: India has never won a Test match at Edgbaston. Will history change in 2025?
🔁 Probable change in playing XI (India vs England 2nd Test)
Team India:
Arshdeep is expected to get a place in the team in place of Jasprit Bumrah.
Shardul Vs Nitish Kumar Reddy – Nitish Kumar may get a chance to strengthen the lower order batting.
Team England:
Jofra Archer’s team is sure to return.
🔍 India vs England 2nd Test 2025 – Match Prediction
If India wins the toss and bats first and scores 350+, then the match can go in their favour. But England’s aggressive batting and home advantage will give India a tough fight.
- 🔮 Prediction:
• The team winning the toss will get an early advantage.
• India needs strong middle-order performance.
• England’s bowling can prove to be deadly in home conditions.
📣 Final Thoughts – India vs England 2nd Test Will Be Do-Or-Die!
India vs England 2nd Test match will be a high-pressure battle in Edgbaston. Team India has this golden chance to come back in the series, while England would want to make a 2-0 lead with its aggressive cricket.
Whose side are you on? India or England? Do tell us your prediction in the comment section!
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