India has only three historic Test series victories in England (1971, 1986, 2007). The record shows a long‑standing challenge for the touring side, with the last win occurring 18 years ago [1].
A five‑match series begins in Leeds on Friday, offering a chance to break the 18‑year drought. The 2025 tour starts at Headingley and will span five Tests, the first opportunity since 2007 for India to claim a series win on English soil [1].
The most recent England‑India Test encounter (2021‑22) ended in a 2‑2 draw. That series demonstrated competitive balance but did not produce a series victor for either side [1].
The article reporting these details was published on 20 June 2025. The timing indicates the information reflects the latest pre‑series analysis from Sportstar [1].