🇮🇳 India vs England 5th Test Match 2025 – Full Report & Live Highlights
Date: July 31 – August 4, 2025
Venue: Kennington Oval, London
Series: Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025
Match Status: Live (Day 1)
🏏 Match Overview
The highly anticipated fifth and final Test match between India and England has begun at The Oval, concluding a thrilling series that currently stands 2-1 in England’s favor. India must win this match to level the series 2-2, while England look to seal the series at home.
🎯 Toss & Team Strategy
England won the toss and opted to bowl first on a green-top wicket under overcast skies, a decision heavily influenced by weather and pitch conditions. With swing expected early on, England’s bowlers were ready to attack.
🧑🤝🧑 Playing XI
✅ India:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- KL Rahul
- Sai Sudharsan
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Karun Nair
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Dhruv Jurel (wk)
- Washington Sundar
- Akash Deep
- Prasidh Krishna
- Mohammed Siraj
✅ England:
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Ollie Pope (c)
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Jacob Bethell
- Jamie Smith (wk)
- Chris Woakes
- Gus Atkinson
- Jamie Overton
- Josh Tongue
🔴 Live Score Update (Day 1, Session 1)
India are batting first and have lost two early wickets:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (2) – LBW by Atkinson
- KL Rahul (14) – Caught behind off Woakes
Currently at the crease: Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, trying to steady the innings under pressure.
🌦️ Weather Report
The London sky remains overcast with intermittent showers. Bowlers are expected to dominate Day 1, but Day 2 and 3 could offer better batting conditions.
🧠 Key Takeaways from Pre-Match Build-Up
- India are missing Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah, who are out due to fitness issues.
- Shubman Gill, India’s stand-in captain, has taken charge confidently in the absence of senior players.
- England’s lineup features young talents like Jacob Bethell and Jamie Smith, pointing to a transitional phase post the Bazball peak.
📊 Series Summary Before 5th Test
| Match | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | Edgbaston | England won by 7 wickets |
| 2nd Test | Lord's | India won by 5 wickets |
| 3rd Test | Headingley | Match Drawn |
| 4th Test | Old Trafford | England won by 6 wickets |
📺 How to Watch Live?
In India:
- Streaming: JioCinema, SonyLIV
- TV Channels: Sony Sports Network
In UK:
- Sky Sports Cricket
- BBC Radio for live commentary
- Digital stream on NOW and Sky Go
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As the final Test match unfolds, fans can expect a gripping finish to the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy. With emerging stars and big names on both sides, the Oval Test is not just a battle for the series but a stage for the future of Test cricket.