India and England square off in the second Test of their five-match series, which forms a crucial part of the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. The match begins on July 2, 2025, at the historic Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. In the first Test at Headingley, England stunned India with a remarkable five-wicket win after chasing down a daunting 371-run target. Ben Duckett was named Player of the Match for his superb second-innings knock of 149 off 170 balls, following his composed 62 in the first innings. With that win, England took a 1–0 lead in the series and retained their psychological edge over India at home.
Live Streaming Info
Fans can watch Ind vs Eng on Sony Sports Network and JioCinema (India), Sky Sports Cricket (UK), Willow TV (US), Fox Sports (Australia), and Ten Sports (Pakistan). Match starts: 10:00 AM IST | 9:30 AM PST | 4:30 AM BST | 3:30 AM GMT.
Team Analysis
England enter the second Test with momentum, strategy, and historical advantage at Edgbaston, where they have never lost to India. Ben Stokes continues to lead the side with confidence and tactical clarity. The return of Chris Woakes on his home ground adds depth to the pace attack, and Mark Wood’s express pace remains a weapon of disruption. Joe Root provides stability and occasional spin, while Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett bring positive intent to the middle order. England’s batting thrives on fluidity under the Bazball model—minimizing pressure by maximizing intent, regardless of match situation.
Their greatest strength, however, lies in clarity of roles. Every player, from wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow to seamers like Josh Tongue or Carse, knows his job. England’s fielding unit is sharp, and their bowlers hunt in packs. Stokes’s use of attacking fields, rotating bowlers aggressively, and throwing in short-ball bursts at key moments keeps opponents on edge. This is not just about form, but a system that amplifies confidence. And when Edgbaston’s early seam movement is involved, England’s mastery at home becomes a paradox—aggressive yet calculated, traditional in movement yet modern in mentality.
India, on the other hand, are facing questions both tactical and mental. Led by Shubman Gill, India have now failed to win the opening Test of a series in their last five attempts, and the pattern of slow starts has begun to haunt them. The top order showed flashes of brilliance—Yashasvi Jaiswal continues to impress, and Rishabh Pant’s twin centuries at Headingley were a rare beacon. The absence of Jasprit Bumrah in the second Test due to rest weakens their pace spearhead role, and Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, and Prasidh Krishna will need to punch above weight.
The spin attack looks uncertain too, with Jadeja holding one end but no clear wrist-spinner to exploit day-four turn. India’s tactical decisions are also under scrutiny—bowling choices, field settings, and DRS usage faltered in Leeds. Fielding errors, particularly missed chances behind the stumps and at slip, contributed to the defeat. India’s task is made harder by the fact that Edgbaston is historically unfriendly to touring teams, especially subcontinent sides.
Match Insights and Conclusion
The second Test will be played at Edgbaston, Birmingham—a ground that offers plenty of seam movement on Day 1 and 2, before flattening slightly and then cracking late on. With cloud cover expected on the first morning, batting will not be easy upfront. The team that wins the toss is likely to bowl first and look to exploit early movement. England, riding high on confidence and playing at a venue where they have a near-perfect record against India, go in as favourites.
India’s chances will depend heavily on their ability to handle the moving ball and put runs on the board in the first innings. Key players include Ben Duckett, Joe Root, and Chris Woakes for England, while India will rely on Pant, Jaiswal, and Siraj to carry the fight. This Test promises another exciting chapter in the Bazball era—and for India, a chance to break their opening-Test curse.
