Indian Team For England Tour Announced! Shubhman Gill to Lead The Squad, Jasprit Bumrah Returns

The BCCI has officially announced the Indian men's Test squad for the much-anticipated England tour, with Shubman Gill taking over as captain. Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been named vice-captain, marking a strong comeback to red-ball cricket.

Indian Team For England Tour Announced! Shubman Gill to Lead The Squad, Jasprit Bumrah Returns

Shubman Gill-led #TeamIndia are READY for an action-packed Test series 💪

A look at the squad for India Men’s Tour of England 🙌#ENGvIND | @ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/y2cnQoWIpq

— BCCI (@BCCI) May 24, 2025

The squad is a balanced mix of seasoned players and promising youngsters. Key inclusions include Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, and Abhimanyu Easwaran in the batting lineup. All-round strength is boosted by Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar.

The pace attack will be spearheaded by the returning Jasprit Bumrah, alongside Mohammad Siraj, Shardul Thakur, and Arshdeep Singh. Kuldeep Yadav adds spin variety, while Dhruv Jurel will serve as backup wicketkeeper.

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Another highlight is the inclusion of Sai Sudharsan and Nitish Kumar Reddy, who have impressed in domestic circuits and IPL outings. Their selection shows the selectors’ intent to infuse fresh talent into the longest format. The bowling unit, bolstered by Bumrah’s much-awaited return, is expected to pose a serious challenge to English batters on their home turf. Kuldeep Yadav’s presence adds a much-needed spin option, especially if conditions begin to favour turn as the series progresses.

This squad reflects a blend of aggression, youth, and experience, setting the stage for a competitive and closely watched Test series. The upcoming England tour could very well shape India’s red-ball roadmap and give rise to the next generation of Test greats.

The squad’s selection hints at a strategic overhaul and signals India’s readiness for a challenging series against England. Fans can expect an intense showdown as Team India aims to make a mark on English soil.