India To Lose IND vs ENG 2nd Test? This Record Suggests So

The second Test of the ongoing five-match series between India and England begins on July 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.

With England leading 1-0, the pressure is firmly on India and captain Shubman Gill to turn things around. However, past records suggest that the challenge won’t be easy.

India’s Poor Track Record at Edgbaston

Edgbaston has not been a happy hunting ground for India. The team has played eight Tests at this venue, losing seven, with the remaining match ending in a draw back in 1986. This dismal record makes England the clear favourites going into the second Test.

Batting Concerns at a Historically Tough Venue

Despite India’s reputation for batting depth, their performances at Edgbaston have been underwhelming.

They have crossed the 300-run mark only once in 16 innings, while their lowest total here is 92. In contrast, England posted a massive 710/7 declared in 2011 at the same venue, with Alastair Cook scoring 294, eventually winning by 242 runs.

India Must Address Key Issues

The first Test exposed several weaknesses in the Indian side. The team dropped more than eight catches across both innings, the lower order collapsed, and only Jasprit Bumrah stood out with the ball. If India wants to make a comeback in the series, they will need to drastically improve fielding, batting depth, and bowling support.

With history against them and performance under scrutiny, India will need a strong response in Birmingham to level the series and regain momentum.

What happened the last time India played a Test match in Edgbaston?

The last time India played a Test match against England at Edgbaston was from 1–5 July 2022. It was the rescheduled 5th Test of the 2021 series, which had been postponed due to COVID-19 cases in the Indian camp.

Match Summary – Edgbaston Test 2022:

Result: England won by 7 wickets

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

Series Levelled: The win helped England level the series 2-2

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