Cricket fans, get ready for a blockbuster showdown as India take on England in the 2nd Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Edgbaston, Birmingham, from July 2 to 6, 2025.

With India trailing 0–1 after a five-wicket defeat in Leeds, Shubman Gill’s side is determined to bounce back against Ben Stokes’ aggressive England team. This isn’t just a series clash—it’s a pivotal World Test Championship battle.

Match Details

• Dates: July 2–6, 2025
• Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
• Toss Time: 3:00 PM IST
• Match Timings: 3:30 PM – 10:30 PM IST
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar (Free in India)
• TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
  • Sony Sports 2 & 5 (English)
  • Sony Sports 3 (Hindi)

India’s Confirmed Playing XI

India makes strategic changes, resting pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and bringing in two all-rounders to strengthen depth.

• Yashasvi Jaiswal – Looking to back up his Leeds century
• KL Rahul – Reliable top-order presence after gritty 137
• Sai Sudharsan – Promising debutant at No. 3
• Shubman Gill (C) – Leading from the front with twin tons
• Rishabh Pant (VC & WK) – Twin centuries in superb form
• Nitish Kumar Reddy – All-rounder replacing Shardul Thakur
• Ravindra Jadeja – Crucial on Edgbaston’s dry surface
• Washington Sundar – Off-spinner adds balance
• Akash Deep – Replaces Bumrah; brings control
• Prasidh Krishna – Raw pace and bounce
• Mohammed Siraj – Leads the attack without Bumrah

Key Tactical Shift:
India opts for a two-spinner combo (Jadeja + Sundar) to exploit Edgbaston’s dry pitch. The return of Reddy adds middle-order stability and bowling support.

Key Battles to Watch

• Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Chris Woakes – Fire vs discipline
• Rishabh Pant vs Ben Stokes – Flair meets strategy
• Mohammed Siraj vs Ben Duckett – Revenge for Duckett’s 149
• Ravindra Jadeja vs Joe Root – Spin master vs master batter

Pitch & Weather Conditions

• Grass: 11mm on Day 1 – favors seam early
• Later Days: Expect batting ease and spin assist
• Weather: 10–25% chance of rain throughout the match
• Toss Factor: Teams batting second have won last 4 Tests here

India’s Key Challenges

• Bumrah’s Absence: Big void in the pace attack
• Fielding Errors: 6 drops in Leeds (3 by Jaiswal) cost dearly
• Lower Order Woes: Scores of 41 and 31 in last match underline fragility

England’s Strengths

• Unchanged XI: Confidence in form and balance
• Bazball Aggression: Ben Duckett (149) and Ollie Pope (106) impressed
• Bowling Variety: Woakes & Tongue with pace; Bashir for spin
• Edgbaston Dominance: India have never won here in 8 Tests

Match Prediction

If India bats first and posts 400+, they can control the game and force a draw or a win. But with England’s momentum, home advantage, and Edgbaston record, Stokes’ men remain favorites.

• India’s Win Chance: 40%
• England’s Edge: 60%
• Likely Result: A high-scoring, drama-filled thriller

Why This Test Matters

• WTC Stakes: India must avoid slipping further
• Redemption: Can Gill’s squad bounce back from Leeds?
• Global Fanfare: Massive viewership in India, UK, and USA
• Edgbaston History: A win here would be historic for India

Final Thoughts

This Edgbaston Test promises elite-level cricket, strategy, and edge-of-the-seat moments. With India looking to break their Edgbaston curse and England pushing for a 2–0 lead, fans are in for a five-day spectacle.

Watch Live:

• Streaming on JioHotstar
• Telecast on Sony Sports Network

Have your say:
Who will win the 2nd Test? Will India bounce back, or will England seal the series?
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