India vs England Test Series: 5 promising talents to watch out for

Shubman Gill

Taking over from Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill begins his tenure as India’s youngest Test captain with high expectations. He has played three Tests in England, scoring 88 runs at an average of 14.66, but his current form is encouraging. Fresh off a successful IPL campaign, Gill also made headlines with a strong showing in the intra-squad game at Beckenham.

Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh is set to make his Test debut after a strong run in T20Is and the IPL tournament. The 26-year-old left-arm pacer brings valuable experience in English conditions, having played for Kent in the County Championship, where he claimed 13 wickets in five matches after a 17-wicket haul in IPL 2023. Now, he faces a true ‘Test’ as he leads India’s pace attack against England.

Yashasvi Jaiswal

India’s star opener, Yashasvi Jaiswal, will play a key role in the upcoming World Test Championship. Known for his aggressive style in T20S and ODIs, Jaiswal will need to fine-tune his approach to suit the demands of the red-ball format. While he has excelled in T20S and ODIs, his Test outings in the West Indies and Australia showed his potential. Jaiswal will be eager to continue that strong overseas form against England.

Sai Sudharsan

Sai Sudharsan, who clinched the Orange Cap in IPL 2025, has been rewarded with a place in the national squad after consistently strong performances in domestic cricket. In red-hot form, Sai is expected to make a big impact on the England tour and is seen as a potential top scorer.

Dhruv Jurel

Dhruv Jurel might take on wicketkeeping duties in India’s tour of England. Over the past year, he has made a mark with steady domestic performances and a strong IPL 2025 campaign, where he scored 333 runs for the Rajasthan Royals. He also impressed in India A's unofficial Tests against England Lions, with scores of 94, 53*, 52 and 28.