India vs. England 2nd Test 2025: Shubman Gill’s Twin Tons and Akash Deep’s Ten Wickets Secure India’s Historic Victory at Edgbaston

Birmingham, July 2–6, (Sports Desk)

India delivered a commanding performance to defeat England by 534 runs in the second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Edgbaston, Birmingham, leveling the five-match series at 1-1. Shubman Gill, in his first Test win as captain, led from the front with a monumental 269 in the first innings and 161 in the second, setting a world-record target of 608. Akash Deep’s match-defining 10-wicket haul (6/99 and 4/65) dismantled England’s batting, ensuring India’s first-ever Test victory at Edgbaston. Despite valiant efforts from England’s Harry Brook (108) and Jamie Smith (104), India’s relentless bowling and strategic dominance sealed one of their biggest away wins in Test history.

Match Overview

• Date: July 2–6, 2025

• Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

• Toss: England won and elected to field

• Result: India won by 336 runs

• Series Status: Series level at 1-1

• Brief Scores:

  • India: 587 all out (150.6 overs, Shubman Gill 269, Rishabh Pant 65, Ravindra Jadeja 54; Josh Tongue 4/86) and 427/6 declared (94 overs, Shubman Gill 161, Ravindra Jadeja 69, Rishabh Pant 65; Josh Tongue 2/93)

  • England: 407 all out (108.3 overs, Harry Brook 108, Jamie Smith 104, Ollie Pope 66; Akash Deep 6/99, Mohammed Siraj 2/81) and 271 all out (

• Player of the Match: Shubman Gill (IND) for his 269 and 161

• Umpires: Richard Kettleborough (ENG), Nitin Menon (IND)

• Match Referee: David Boon (AUS)

India 1st Innings: Gill’s Epic 269 Sets the Tone

England’s decision to bowl first on a pace-friendly Edgbaston pitch backfired as India posted a colossal 587 all out in 150.6 overs. Shubman Gill’s 269 (370 balls, 28 fours, 6 sixes) was the cornerstone, marking the seventh-highest individual score in India’s Test history and breaking Virat Kohli’s record (254) for the highest score by an Indian captain. Gill’s marathon knock included a 200-run partnership with Rishabh Pant (65) and a 114-run stand with Ravindra Jadeja (54).

India started steadily with Yashasvi Jaiswal (87) and KL Rahul (44), reaching 161/3 before Jaiswal’s dismissal by Ben Stokes. Gill took charge, dominating England’s spinners—Shoaib Bashir (1/133) and Joe Root (1/60)—on a flat pitch, milking singles and dispatching loose balls with disdain. Pant’s aggressive 65 and Jadeja’s gritty 54 bolstered the total, but a late collapse (7/41) triggered by Josh Tongue (4/86) and Brydon Carse (3/80) prevented India from crossing 600. Mohammed Siraj’s 8 off 23 added crucial runs before Bashir claimed the final wicket.

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Fall of Wickets (India 1st Innings)

1. 75/1 (KL Rahul, 20.3 ov)

2. 145/2 (Sai Sudharsan, 35.1 ov)

3. 161/3 (Yashasvi Jaiswal, 45.1 ov)

4. 361/4 (Rishabh Pant, 89.4 ov)

5. 475/5 (Karun Nair, 118.2 ov)

6. 530/6 (Ravindra Jadeja, 132.6 ov)

7. 546/7 (Nitish Kumar Reddy, 137.5 ov)

8. 571/8 (Washington Sundar, 145.2 ov)

9. 579/9 (Akash Deep, 147.4 ov)

10. 587/10 (Mohammed Siraj, 150.6 ov)

England 1st Innings: Brook and Smith Fight, Akash Shines

England responded with 407 all out in 108.3 overs, trailing by 180 runs. Harry Brook’s 108 (134 balls, 12 fours, 2 sixes) and Jamie Smith’s 104 (126 balls, 10 fours, 1 six) led a spirited fightback, supported by Ollie Pope’s 66. However, Akash Deep’s fiery 6/99, including the dismissals of Zak Crawley (18), Joe Root (22), and Ben Stokes (15), exposed England’s vulnerabilities. Mohammed Siraj (2/81) and Prasidh Krishna (2/90) chipped in, with Siraj dismissing Pope and Brook in quick succession.

England started shakily at 50/3, losing Crawley, Root, and Duckett (25) to Akash’s swing and seam movement. Brook and Smith’s 150-run fifth-wicket stand revived hopes, but Akash’s return dismantled the lower order, with Chris Woakes (22) and Bashir (12*) offering late resistance. India’s bowlers capitalized on early movement, though dropped catches by Jaiswal and Rahul allowed England to cross 400.

Fall of Wickets (England 1st Innings)

1. 25/1 (Zak Crawley, 8.2 ov)

2. 45/2 (Joe Root, 14.5 ov)

3. 50/3 (Ben Duckett, 16.3 ov)

4. 115/4 (Ben Stokes, 30.1 ov)

5. 265/5 (Ollie Pope, 68.4 ov)

6. 305/6 (Harry Brook, 78.6 ov)

7. 350/7 (Chris Woakes, 92.3 ov)

8. 375/8 (Brydon Carse, 98.5 ov)

9. 395/9 (Josh Tongue, 104.2 ov)

10. 407/10 (Jamie Smith, 108.3 ov)

India 2nd Innings: Gill’s 161 and Late Declaration

India’s second innings yielded 427/6 declared in 94 overs, setting England a daunting 608-run target. Gill’s 161 (210 balls, 15 fours, 4 sixes) was the highlight, supported by Jadeja’s 69 and Pant’s 65. The innings began cautiously, with Jaiswal (22) falling early to Woakes. Gill and Pant’s 120-run stand accelerated the scoring, though England’s spinners struggled, with Bashir (0/110) ineffective on a pitch offering minimal turn.

The declaration came later than expected—at the drinks break on day four—prompting debates about Gill’s tactics. Washington Sundar’s 28 and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s 20 added valuable runs, but Josh Tongue (2/93) and Chris Woakes (2/85) kept India in check. Gill’s aggressive approach against bouncers and his mastery over England’s spinners ensured a massive lead, though some felt the declaration delayed England’s inevitable challenge.

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Fall of Wickets (India 2nd Innings)

1. 45/1 (Yashasvi Jaiswal, 12.3 ov)

2. 165/2 (KL Rahul, 38.2 ov)

3. 245/3 (Sai Sudharsan, 56.4 ov)

4. 325/4 (Rishabh Pant, 72.1 ov)

5. 385/5 (Shubman Gill, 86.3 ov)

6. 410/6 (Washington Sundar, 91.2 ov)

England 2nd Innings: Akash and Sundar Seal Victory

Chasing 608, England collapsed to 271 all out in 68.1 overs, handing India a 336-run victory—their largest away win by runs in Test history.

Key Performances

• Shubman Gill (IND): Scored 269 and 161, amassing 430 runs in the match, the highest by an Indian captain in a single Test. His third series century and eighth overall showcased his leadership and batting prowess.

• Akash Deep (IND): Took 10 wickets (6/99 and 4/65), including key dismissals of Root, Duckett, and Stokes, earning praise for his swing and seam movement.

• Harry Brook (ENG): Scored 108, anchoring England’s first innings with a 150-run stand alongside Jamie Smith (104).

• Ravindra Jadeja (IND): Contributed 54 and 69 with the bat and bowled tightly, taking crucial wickets in both innings.

• Josh Tongue (ENG): Claimed 4/86 and 2/93, leading England’s bowling but unable to curb India’s mammoth totals.

Statistical Highlights

• Gill’s Record: His 269 is the seventh-highest Test score by an Indian, surpassing Kohli’s 254 as the highest by an Indian captain. His 430 runs in the match rank among the highest in Test history.

• India’s Victory Margin: The 534-run win is India’s largest away victory by runs, surpassing their 318-run win in Antigua (2019).

• Akash Deep’s Haul: His 10 wickets mark him as the first Indian pacer since Kapil Dev (1986) to achieve a 10-wicket haul in England.

• England’s Collapse: Their second innings total of 73 is their lowest against India since 1974 (42 all out).

• World-Record Target: India’s 608 is the highest target set in Test history, eclipsing England’s 605 vs. South Africa in 1939.

Strategic Insights

• India’s Batting Dominance: Gill’s twin tons and partnerships with Pant and Jadeja exploited England’s ineffective spin attack. The delayed declaration maximized the lead but sparked debate about its timing.

• Akash Deep’s Impact: His ability to swing the ball both ways exposed England’s top order, compensating for Jasprit Bumrah’s absence.

• England’s Struggles: Their spinners (Bashir and Root) averaged 44.45 at Edgbaston, one of the least spinner-friendly venues, while dropped catches and poor shot selection in the second innings cost them dearly.

• Bazball Tested: England’s aggressive approach faltered against India’s disciplined bowling, raising questions about adapting to a 608-run chase.

Squads

• India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Karun Nair, Rishabh Pant (vc, wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep

• England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir

Series Context

• 1st Test (Leeds, June 20–24): England won by 5 wickets, chasing 371, with Ben Duckett’s 149 and India’s six dropped catches proving costly.

• 2nd Test: India’s 336-run victory levels the series at 1-1.

• Next Match: 3rd Test, Lord’s, July 10–14, 2025, 10:00 AM local (3:30 PM IST).

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