India’s upcoming Test tour of England promises to be an emotionally charged yet milestone-laden affair. While fans continue to come to terms with the Test retirements of legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the series offers several reasons for excitement as a new chapter in Indian cricket begins.

With individual landmarks in sight for multiple players, the only way forward is to play fearlessly, and etch their names in history. The five-match Test series will run from June to August 2025, with games scheduled at iconic venues: Headingley in Leeds, Edgbaston in Birmingham, Lord’s and The Oval in London, and Old Trafford in Manchester.

Leading the side into a new era is Shubman Gill, who needs just 107 more runs to reach the 2,000-run mark in Tests. Having scored 1,893 runs at an average of 35.05 in 32 matches, with five centuries and seven fifties, Gill has shown flashes of brilliance. However, his record in England remains a concern, with only 88 runs in six innings. This tour will test his mettle and leadership.