England emerged victorious in the first Test match against India, winning by 5 wickets in a thrilling encounter held at Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds.
India set the tone early in the match, posting a formidable 471 runs in their first innings. Centuries from Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal highlighted their dominant batting display.
In response, England showed resilience, scoring 465 runs in their first innings, staying well within reach of the visitors.
India’s second innings added 364 runs to the scoreboard, leaving England with a target of 371 to chase for victory.
As the final day began, England resumed their second innings at 21 without loss. With a brilliant display of aggressive batting, they chased down the target, scoring 373 for 5 wickets, and clinching a memorable win.
Ben Duckett starred in the innings with a magnificent 149 runs, guiding his team confidently through the chase. Remarkably, this Test match saw seven centuries across four innings, adding further excitement and historical significance.
This win marks England’s second-highest successful run chase in Test cricket history, making it a standout moment in their red-ball legacy.
