India tour of England 2025: Top Fantasy XI for 1st Test | Expert Fantasy Tips

England and India clash in the first Test at Headingley on June 20, marking a thrilling start to their high-profile series

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Fantasy XI for 1st Test
SeriesDate & TimeLocation
India tour of England20 Jun 2025, Fri, 3:30 PM ISTHeadingley
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The exciting Test series between England and India will begin with the first match at Headingley in Leeds on Friday, June 20. The game will start at 3:30 PM IST. This match is part of a big rivalry between two of the strongest teams in cricket.

Team India is now being led by a new captain, Shubman Gill. The team includes some young players and also sees the return of star bowler Jasprit Bumrah. Many fans are looking forward to seeing Bumrah bowl against England’s top batter, Joe Root.

England, led by Ben Stokes, will try to use their home conditions to their advantage. With experienced players like Root, James Anderson, and Jonny Bairstow, England will be a tough team to beat.

Pitch Report
The pitch at Headingley, Leeds, is traditionally known for assisting seam and swing bowlers, especially during the early stages of a Test match. Overcast conditions often enhance the movement off the surface, making it a challenging venue for batters on Day 1.
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Weather reported28°C
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Pitch Conditionbowlers
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Predicted to winIndia
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Avg. 1st inning score320

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Probable Playing XI

Player Picks

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Joe RootC
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Joe Root has scored 13,006 runs in Test cricket from 139 matches at an average of 49.16, including 30 centuries and 60 half-centuries.
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Jasprit Bumrah has taken 159 wickets in 34 Test matches at an average of 21.72, including 9 five-wicket hauls.

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