- England will play a five-match Test series on their forthcoming tour to India.
- The first match will be played in Hyderabad from January 25.
India vs England: Cricket enthusiasts are gearing up for an enthralling battle as India and England are poised to lock horns in a five-match Test series. The first encounter will take place at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, from January 25. As the anticipation builds, fans are keen on knowing the historical spectacles of Red Ball cricket between these two cricketing giants.
Here are the the top five highest team totals in India vs England red-ball battles, showcasing the mastery of bat and ball that has unfolded over the years.
Top five scores in India vs England red-ball cricket
1. 759/7 (d) – India’s dominance in Chennai (December 2016)
In December 2016, Chennai witnessed a cricketing spectacle as India showcased their batting prowess. The hosts posted a monstrous score of 759/7, sending shivers down the English camp. KL Rahul played a stellar knock, falling just short of a double century with 199 runs.
However, the true hero of the match was batter Karun Nair, etching his name in the record books with an astonishing score of 303 runs. The mammoth total proved insurmountable for England, as India clinched victory by an innings and 75 runs.
2. 710/7 (d) – England’s masterclass in Birmingham (August 2011)
Birmingham became the canvas for England’s dominance as they notched up a colossal score of 710/7 against India. Alastair Cook‘s mammoth 294 and Eoin Morgan‘s noteworthy 103 played pivotal roles in establishing their side’s supremacy. The Indian batting lineup faltered, leading to an innings and 242 runs victory for England.
3. 664 – India’ command at The Oval (August 2007)
In August 2007, India showcased their batting prowess at The Oval, posting a formidable total of 664. Dinesh Karthik (93), Sachin Tendulkar (82), MS Dhoni (92) and a century from Anil Kumble (110) contributed to India’s commanding score. Despite their efforts, the match ended in a draw, highlighting the resilience of both teams in a battle that extended to the final day.
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4. 653/4d – England’s Lords triumph (July 1990)
In a historic encounter at Lord’s in 1990, England grilled a score of 653/4 against India. Graham Gooch‘s monumental 333, supported by Allan Lamb‘s 139 and Robin Smith‘s unbeaten 100, propelled the Three Lions to a massive total. The match concluded with England emerging victorious by 247 runs, a testament to their dominance at the iconic venue.
5. 652/7d – England’s mastery in Chennai (January 1985)
In the backdrop of historic showdowns, the city of Chennai bore witness to another iconic clash in January 1985, where England orchestrated a formidable score of 652/7d. Graeme Fowler‘s monumental innings of 201 and Mike Gatting‘s stellar display, amassing 207 runs, proved pivotal in England’s triumph, securing victory by nine wickets.
