Several Indian players missed the India ‘A’ matches due to the delay in the conclusion of IPL 2025. They now have just one chance for preparation - the intra-squad game. This match becomes crucial for the coaching staff, led by Gautam Gambhir, to assess key decisions, such as finalizing the batting order.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir has insisted on maintaining a high level of secrecy to prevent England from gaining any tactical insight. A similar approach was used during India’s preparations for the 2024–25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, where they held a closed-door session in Perth.
Despite India losing that series 3-1, the Gautam Gambhir-led team management remains committed to keeping their tactical plans under wraps, drawing inspirations from long-standing football strategies in Europe.
Jasprit Bumrah Set for Red-Ball Return After Six-Month Layoff
The fixture will also provide the bowling unit with valuable game time, particularly in maintaining long spells. A key focus will be on Jasprit Bumrah, who returns to red-ball cricket after a six-month break.
India to Face Ben Stokes-Led England at Headingley on June 20
India will take on England, led by Ben Stokes, at Headingley in Leeds on June 20. The series will mark the beginning of the fourth cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC). Ravichandran Ashwin, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli have retired from Test cricket.
“There are two ways of looking at this tour. One is we are without our three most experienced players or we got this phenomenal opportunity to do something special for the country," he told BCCI.tv, referring to the recent retirements of legendary spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, Rohit and Kohli.
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