Despite Shubman Gill’s century and early Indian dominance, Ben Duckett’s 149 powers England to a record 5-wicket win in the first Test of the IND vs ENG series.
Leeds [UK], June 25 — IND vs ENG LIVE Score: Shubman Gill’s captaincy debut for India in Test cricket began with remarkable promise but ended in a sobering defeat as England chased down 371 in just 82 overs to clinch a five-wicket win in the first Test at Headingley. Powered by Ben Duckett’s breathtaking 149, the hosts now lead 1-0 in the five-match IND vs ENG Test series.
Full Report:
India started the match on a dominant note, posting 359/3 on Day 1, with captain Shubman Gill leading from the front with a commanding 147. Contributions poured in from Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant (who scored across both innings), pushing India to a seemingly strong total of 471. However, a middle-order collapse on Day 2 prevented them from posting a massive lead.
England responded robustly with 465 in their first innings. In reply, India’s second innings crumbled on Day 4, losing their last few wickets quickly. What was once a target of over 430 got reduced to 371 — a figure England would chase down with assertive confidence on Day 5.
At the post-match presentation, Gill accepted India’s shortcomings.
“A brilliant Test, we had our chances. Dropped catches, lower order not contributing cost us,” he said, reflecting on the missed opportunities.
India’s batting faltered late in the second innings, and Gill admitted that this cost them the match.
“Yesterday, we were thinking of giving them 430, but our last wickets fell for 25,” he lamented.
“Even today, I thought we had our chances after the brilliant first wicket. Didn’t go to hand.”
Despite a strong showing with the ball in the morning session on Day 5, India’s bowling lacked bite as the Dukes ball aged.
“The first session, we bowled spot-on. Didn’t give away runs, but it’s hard to stop runs once it gets old,” Gill explained.
“Have to keep taking wickets when the ball got soft.”
He praised Ravindra Jadeja for his consistent effort.
“Jadeja bowled brilliantly, created chances,” he noted.
Gill also spoke about the importance of learning from mistakes, acknowledging the youth of the squad.
“We spoke about the first-innings collapse. Happens, we have to rectify that going forward. Chances don’t come easy on wickets like this, but we have a young team. Learning one. Hope to improve that.”
Regarding Jasprit Bumrah’s workload and future Test management, Gill stated:
“It’s decided game-by-game. Once we’re close to the next game after a long break, we’ll see.”
Match Summary – IND vs ENG 1st Test, Headingley:
Fielding lapses and second-innings batting collapse cost India dearly.
England (465 & 373/5) defeated India (471 & 364) by 5 wickets.
England take a 1-0 lead in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series.
Ben Duckett’s 149 and Joe Root’s calm 53* key to England’s record chase.
Shubman Gill’s captaincy debut marked by century (147) and bold leadership.
