India, led by Shubman Gill, is all set to kick off its five-match Test series against England at the Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds, aiming to register its first series win on English soil since 2007.
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Headingley Weather Forecast for All Five Days
According to Accuweather, here’s what to expect for the match weather-wise:
- Day 1 (Friday): Hottest day of the match with temperatures peaking at 30°C.
- Day 2 (Saturday): Similar temperatures but stronger winds blowing at 17 km/h from the South.
- Day 3 (Sunday): Overcast skies with 91% cloud cover and wind gusts up to 54 km/h.
- Day 4 & Day 5: Cooler temperatures between 21–23°C, with a 25% chance of rain on both days.
Pitch Report and Ground Insights
Headingley is known for assisting seamers early in the match. Richard Robinson, the Head Groundsman, revealed that the pitch will offer seam and bounce on Day 1, and is expected to flatten out later in the game, favoring batsmen.
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Notably, in the McCullum era, teams opting to bowl first have enjoyed greater success, winning 9 out of 15 games.
India’s Historical Record at Headingley
India first played at Headingley in 1952, losing by seven wickets. Since then:
- Played: 7 Tests
- Wins: 2 (1986 under Kapil Dev, 2002 under Sourav Ganguly)
- Draws: 1
- Losses: 4
India’s most recent game at the venue came in 2021, resulting in an innings defeat under Virat Kohli’s captaincy.
India vs England 1st Test: Venue and Date
- Venue: Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds
- Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
Where to Watch the 1st Test Match Live?
- TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar