The first test of England vs India Series 2025 In Headingley, Leeds, delivered a classic for ages. The two teams accumulating races and five centuries marked by India, the scene was planned for a last dramatic day. England has set an intimidating target of 371, presented the composure and the flair to script a memorable victory with five titles, strengthening their reputation as Masters of the Run Chase in Headingley.
The victory commissioned from England over India with their “Bazball” shine
The continuation of England of 371 was the tenth highest prosecution in the history of the test and the highest in England in Headingley. Of the departure day 5 to 21/0, openers Ben Duckett (149) And Zak Crawley (65) Assessed a commanding partnership of 188 points, drugging the attack of the praised rhythm of India and giving the tone in pursuit. Despite some hiccups in the middle, Joe Root (53 *) And Jamie Smith (44 *) calmly guided England at home with 14 letters to save, sealing a five-track victory and a 1-0 lead in the Anderson-Tendulkar trophy.
India quisors have struggled to make breakthroughs, and their terrain misfortunes – by dedressing up to 10 catches – are proven. The match itself was historic: for the third time only in test cricket, the four rounds exceeded 350 points, stressing the quality of the striker and the resilience of the two parties.
Top 5 highest racing hunters in Headingley
Headingley has long been a theater for the epic drama of the fourth,. Here are the five best successful racing prosecutions in this emblematic place:
- Australia – 404/3 against England (1948)
The legendary Don Bradman“Invincibles” hunted 404, with Arthur Morris Marking 182 and Bradman himself an undefeated 173, establishing a world record at the time.
- England – 373/5 against India (2025)
The recent prosecution of England against India is now their highest in Headingley and the second higher in the general classification. Duckett’s 149 and the finish made up of Root propelled them to victory in a match that we will remember for its implacable pace and nerve.
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- England – 362/9 vs Australia (2019)
Ben Stokes“Miraculous Invaining 135 led England to a victory at a counter in the ashes, saving them from almost brain defeat in a biting finish.
- Antilles – 322/5 vs England (2017)
Shai HopeTwin centuries have seen the West Indies hunt 322, marking the first time that a striker scored two hundred in a first class match in Headingley.
- England – 315/4 vs Australia (2001)
Mark Butcher“Sublime 173 * anchored the pursuit of England against Australia, sealing a famous victory with four titles.
These proceedings are not only numbers – they are stories of grain, audacity and the lasting attraction of test cricket in Headingley, where improbable so often becomes reality. The last triumph of England adds another exciting chapter to the inheritance of this floor.
| Team | Score | Result | Opposition | Start date |
| Australia | 404/3 | Won | V England | 22-Jul-1948 |
| England | 373/5 | Won | In India | June 24-2025 |
| England | 362/9 | Won | in Australia | August 22, 2019 |
| West Indies | 322/5 | Won | V England | 25-August 2017 |
| England | 315/4 | Won | in Australia | 16-August-2001 |
The last triumph of England against India, chasing 371, is now just outside this top five, but is their most successful pursuit in Headingley, more cement of the reputation of the field as theater for epic prosecution.
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