The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy 2025 was one for the history books. The five-Test series, which ended 2–2, featured thrilling cricket, stunning performances, and a long list of records shattered by both teams. Here’s every major milestone and record that defined this iconic contest:
🇮🇳 India’s Historic Feats
- Narrowest Test Win (by Runs): India’s 6-run victory at The Oval became their smallest-ever win by runs in Test history.
- Shubman Gill’s Captaincy Brilliance: Scored 754 runs, the most by a touring captain in a single Test series, surpassing Gavaskar’s long-standing record.
- Most Aggregate Runs in a 5-Test Series: A combined 7,187 runs were scored—the second-highest in any 5-match series.
- 21 Centuries in One Series: This series tied the all-time record for most centuries in a single Test series.
- Ravindra Jadeja’s All-Round Record:
- 1,000+ runs and 30+ wickets—only the second player ever to achieve this in one series.
- Five 50+ scores batting at number six or lower, matching Garry Sobers’ 1966 feat.
- Mohammed Siraj’s Bowling Brilliance:
- Equalled Bumrah’s record of 23 wickets in a Test series in England.
- Best figures by an Indian at The Oval: 9/190.
England’s Record Setters
- Joe Root’s Milestones:
- 24th home Test century.
- Most 50+ scores against India in Test history.
- Surpassed Dravid and Ponting to become the second-highest run-scorer in Tests.
- Historic Fourth-Innings Chase Attempt:
- Set a target of 374—India’s second-highest fourth innings lead abroad.
Series-Wide Records
- Most Players With 400+ Runs: Nine batters crossed the 400-run mark—the most ever in a single Test series.
- First Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy Series: This was the inaugural edition of the trophy, adding historical weight to the contest.
- All 5 Tests Went the Distance: Every match lasted the full five days—a rare feat in modern Test cricket.
Legacy and Impact
This India-England series not only reignited interest in long-form cricket but also created a template for future high-stakes bilateral Test rivalries. Whether it was Shubman Gill’s commanding leadership, Jadeja’s all-round genius, or Root’s timeless class—this was Test cricket at its finest. The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy has begun its legacy with a series that will be spoken of for decades to come.
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