India’s tour of England in 2025 has delivered a landmark moment in Test cricket history. The 336-run win at Edgbaston not only marked India’s largest away Test victory but also heralded the successful debut of Shubman Gill as captain on foreign soil. With Akash Deep’s 10-wicket haul, a century partnership up top, and a complete team effort, this Test etched several statistical milestones into cricket folklore.
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India’s Biggest Away Win: Gill Joins Elite Captaincy Club
India’s 336-run triumph over England has now become the largest victory margin for India away from home in Test cricket. Previously, their biggest was a 318-run win over West Indies in North Sound in 2019 under Virat Kohli.
India’s Biggest Away Wins (By Runs)
| Margin | Opponent | Venue | Season | Captain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 336 runs | England | Edgbaston | 2025 | Shubman Gill |
| 318 runs | West Indies | North Sound | 2019 | Virat Kohli |
| 304 runs | Sri Lanka | Galle | 2017 | Virat Kohli |
| 295 runs | Australia | Perth | 2024 | Jasprit Bumrah |
| 279 runs | England | Headingley | 1986 | Kapil Dev |
At 25 years and 301 days, Shubman Gill became the youngest Indian captain to win an overseas Test, surpassing the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.
Historic First Win for Asia at Edgbaston
Asian teams had waited 19 Tests for a maiden win at Edgbaston — a venue that haunted them for decades. That wait finally ended with Gill’s side breaking the curse.
Longest Waits for Asian Teams to Win at an Away Venue
| Venue | City | Tests Taken | First Winner | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgbaston | Birmingham | 19 | India | 2025 |
| Lord’s | London | 17 | Pakistan | 1982 |
| Kensington Oval | Bridgetown | 17 | Sri Lanka | 2018 |
| The Gabba | Brisbane | 16 | India | 2020/21 |
Akash Deep’s Dream Spell: 10 Wickets to Rewrite History
With match figures of 10/187, Akash Deep became the best-performing Indian bowler in a Test in England, surpassing Chetan Sharma’s record at the same venue from 1986.
Best Match Figures for India in England
| Player | Figures | Venue | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akash Deep | 10/187 | Edgbaston | 2025 |
| Chetan Sharma | 10/188 | Edgbaston | 1986 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 9/110 | Nottingham | 2021 |
He also became the first Indian seamer to take 10 wickets in a match away from home since Ishant Sharma in 2011.
Seamers Dominate: Siraj-Akash Combo Equals Record
India’s new-ball pair of Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj combined for 17 wickets, equalling the most by any Indian opening pair in a Test.
Top New-Ball Performances by Indian Duos
| Duo | Wickets | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akash Deep & M. Siraj | 17 | England | Edgbaston | 2025 |
| Pathan & Zaheer Khan | 17 | Zimbabwe | Harare | 2005 |
| Ishant Sharma & U. Yadav | 17 | Bangladesh | Kolkata | 2019 |
The Indian pace battery picked 15 of their 18 wickets using the new ball, averaging 16.67 per dismissal, while England’s pacers managed just six wickets at 55.50.
Keeper Battle: Jamie Smith vs Rishabh Pant Lights Up Series
While Rishabh Pant continued to thrive, England’s Jamie Smith stole the show with a stunning 184 and 88*, making him the third-highest run-scorer in a Test by a designated keeper.
Most Runs by Wicketkeepers in a Test Match
| Player | Runs | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andy Flower | 341 | South Africa | Harare | 2001 |
| Andy Flower | 287 | India | Nagpur | 2000 |
| Jamie Smith | 272 | India | Edgbaston | 2025 |
With 698 combined runs from Pant and Smith, this series has seen the most keeper runs in a Test series in England ever.
Bazball Broken? England’s Defensive Stats and Duck Disaster
England batters left or defended 54.7% of deliveries in their final innings — the highest under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum’s aggressive ‘Bazball’ era. Additionally, seven England batters bagged ducks, the joint-most in a Test for them — but none were dismissed for a pair.
What’s Next?
India will head to Lord’s for the third Test starting July 10 at 3:30 PM IST. Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is set to return after a scheduled rest, while England will welcome back Jofra Archer, who is set to play his first Test in four years.
FAQs
What was the result of the England vs India 2nd Test?
India defeated England by 336 runs — their biggest away Test victory ever.
Who captained India in the 2nd Test against England?
Shubman Gill, who became the youngest Indian captain to win an overseas Test.
How many wickets did Akash Deep take?
Akash Deep took 10 wickets for 187 runs — the best figures for India in a Test in England.
How significant was the win at Edgbaston for Asian teams?
It was the first win by any Asian team at Edgbaston in 19 Test attempts.
When is the 3rd Test of the England vs India series?
The 3rd Test begins at Lord’s on July 10, from 3:30 PM IST.
