| Updated: July 3, 2025 |
Welcome to the second chapter of this exciting India tour of England 2025.india vs england 2nd test. The venue is Edgbaston, and the stage is set for a fierce battle between two giants of Test cricket. With England trailing 0-1 in the series and India high on confidence, the second Test has already turned into a canvas of skill, grit, and raw temperament.
And at the heart of this cricketing theater is Shubman Gill, India’s young captain who’s stealing the spotlight with his bat. Let’s dive deep into what’s unfolded so far at Edgbaston, with updates till Lunch on Day 2.
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🎯 Toss & Team News: Bumrah Rested, Big Chance for Young Guns
England’s captain Ben Stokes won the toss and had no hesitation in bowling first on a good-looking Edgbaston pitch. India, surprisingly, decided to rest Jasprit Bumrah, managing his workload, and included Washington Sundar and Akash Deep.
🧢 India Playing XI:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- KL Rahul
- Karun Nair
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Rishabh Pant (WK)
- Nitish Reddy
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Washington Sundar
- Akash Deep
- Mohammed Siraj
- Prasidh Krishna
🏴 England Playing XI:
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Ben Stokes (C)
- Jamie Smith (WK)
- Chris Woakes
- Brydon Carse
- Josh Tongue
- Shoaib Bashir
🏏 Day 1 Recap : Gill and Jaiswal Lay a Solid Platform
Day 1 belonged entirely to India’s batters. After being asked to bat first under overcast conditions, the Indian openers stepped up.
✅ Yashasvi Jaiswal: Classy & Confident
The left-hander looked in sublime touch, timing the ball sweetly and playing with total control. He scored a fluent 87 off 107 balls before being dismissed by Ben Stokes. His innings set the tone for the day.
✅ KL Rahul & Karun Nair: Missed Opportunity
Rahul managed just 2 runs while Karun Nair played a watchful 31-run knock. Both fell just when they looked set.
✅ Shubman Gill: Leading from the Front
Gill walked in at No. 4 and completely changed the game. Calm, composed, and technically masterful – his unbeaten 114 by stumps* was a statement of leadership and class. He soaked up pressure and stitched partnerships that blunted the English bowling attack.
✅ Rishabh Pant: Brief Fireworks
Pant scored 25 off 41 balls, showing glimpses of aggression, but fell to Shoaib Bashir, giving England some breathing room late in the day.
India ended Day 1 at 310/5, thanks to a brilliant 114* from Gill and 41 from Ravindra Jadeja*, building a platform for a big first-innings total.
🌞 Day 2 Morning: Gill Marches On, Jadeja Misses Ton
India started Day 2 with Shubman Gill and Ravindra Jadeja at the crease. The duo continued to frustrate the English bowlers with their smart strokeplay and mature shot selection.
💥 Jadeja – The Rock
Jadeja brought up his 23rd Test fifty, showing his usual grit. He played the perfect supporting role to Gill and added 150+ runs for the 6th wicket. Unfortunately, he fell 11 runs short of a deserved century, scoring 89 before being dismissed by Josh Tongue.
🔥 Gill – A Master at Work
Gill continued where he left off. He reached 150+ in style, becoming the first Indian Test captain to score 150 in England since Azharuddin. At lunch, he remained unbeaten at 168 off 288 balls, anchoring India’s charge toward a massive total.
📈 India’s Score at Lunch – Day 2
| Team | Score | Wickets | Overs | Top Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 419 | 6 | 110 | Shubman Gill – 168* |
India added 109 runs in the morning session and lost only one wicket (Jadeja). The platform is now set for a 500+ total.
🧠 Captaincy Brilliance: Shubman Gill Showing
Maturity
When Rohit Sharma stepped aside and Jasprit Bumrah was rested, all eyes turned to Gill. And the young skipper has embraced the challenge.
- Tactful partnerships
- Strike rotation
- Control over the English bowlers
Gill’s leadership has been calm and composed. He’s showing not just his class with the bat, but a mature head as captain.
🇮🇳 Full Indian Batting Scorecard So Far:
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 87 | 107 | 12 | 1 | c Jamie Smith b Stokes |
| KL Rahul | 2 | 26 | 0 | 0 | b Woakes |
| Karun Nair | 31 | 78 | 4 | 0 | b Carse |
| Shubman Gill* | 168* | 288 | 19 | 1 | Not out |
| Rishabh Pant (wk) | 25 | 41 | 3 | 0 | c Duckett b Bashir |
| Nitish Reddy | 12 | 33 | 2 | 0 | b Woakes |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 89 | 172 | 11 | 0 | b Tongue |
| Washington Sundar | 1* | 11 | 0 | 0 | Not out |
🏴 England’s Bowling Analysis:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Woakes | 23 | 78 | 2 |
| Josh Tongue | 20 | 90 | 1 |
| Brydon Carse | 22 | 83 | 1 |
| Shoaib Bashir | 18 | 71 | 1 |
| Ben Stokes | 12 | 42 | 1 |
Despite their effort, England’s bowlers have looked flat, especially as the pitch offered little assistance.
🧵 Talking Points So Far
🔹 Shubman Gill’s Statement Knock
From a young prodigy to a match-winner, Gill’s 168* is not just about runs—it’s about timing, responsibility, and vision.
🔹 Jadeja’s Class in Crisis
When the middle order stumbled, Jadeja stood tall. His 89 ensured India didn’t collapse and complemented Gill beautifully.
🔹 England’s Missed Chances
Dropped catches, flat bowling, and inconsistent lines hurt England on a pitch where early breakthroughs were crucial.
🔹 The Pitch Factor
Edgbaston’s surface has been dry and slow, making strokeplay comfortable. As the match progresses, cracks could appear.
🎯 What’s Next?
With the second new ball available after Lunch, England will aim to clean up India’s tail quickly. But with Washington Sundar still at the crease and Akash Deep to follow, India will look to bat England out of the match by scoring 500+.
🔚 Final Thoughts – India on Top
So far, the Edgbaston Test has been a story of batting domination by India. Shubman Gill’s remarkable century and Jadeja’s resilient knock have pushed India into a commanding position.
From the way things are going, India look set to push for a big first-innings lead. England, on the other hand, need quick wickets and a better batting effort than what they showed in the first Test.
