Who Will Win England vs India 2nd Test 2025 Match Prediction – 2nd July
After a thrilling contest at Headingley, the five-match Test series between England and India moves to Birmingham for the second game starting Wednesday, 2nd July 2025, at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium. The England vs India prediction heavily favors the hosts after their incredible comeback win in Leeds, but India will be desperate to bounce back and level the series. England lead 1-0, and a win here will put them in a dominant position, while India need to regroup quickly after squandering a golden chance in the first Test despite five of their batters scoring centuries.
Match Details
| Match | England vs India, 2nd Test |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, 2nd July 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
England – Team Preview
England have retained the same XI from Leeds, signaling confidence in their squad. Ben Duckett was the standout with the bat, playing a rapid, attacking knock that set the tone. Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Ben Stokes all contributed with composure and aggression.
On the bowling front, Josh Tongue and Stokes shared eight wickets in the first innings, while Chris Woakes returns to familiar territory at his home ground. England’s aggressive style under Stokes and McCullum continues to redefine their Test game. The balance of spin and pace gives them an edge at Edgbaston.
Strengths: Explosive batting, strong lower-order, home advantage
Concerns: Over-reliance on aggressive starts
India – Team Preview
Despite scoring over 650 runs across two innings, India lost the first Test, making history for the wrong reasons. Rishabh Pant became only the 12th player in Test history to score hundreds in both innings and still end up on the losing side.
The top four – Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, and Pant – are in terrific form. The issue was the lower order collapse and ineffective bowling in the final innings.
India may bring in Kuldeep Yadav to exploit the dry Edgbaston pitch and Jasprit Bumrah is expected to return to the XI. However, lack of tail-end resistance and inconsistent bowling could be a concern.
Strengths: Top-order form, strong batting depth
Concerns: Tail-end collapse, inconsistent bowling
England vs India Squad
England Squad: Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Jofra Archer, Sam James Cook, Jamie Overton
India Squad: Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Akash Deep, Dhruv Jurel, Harshit Rana
Dream11 Prediction for Today England vs India 2nd Test
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant (C) | Wicketkeeper |
| Ben Duckett | Batter |
| Joe Root | Batter |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter |
| Shubman Gill | Batter |
| Ben Stokes (VC) | All-rounder |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder |
| Chris Woakes | Bowler |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler |
| Josh Tongue | Bowler |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks:
- Captain: Rishabh Pant – in red-hot form with twin centuries in Leeds.
- Vice-Captain: Ben Stokes – impact with both bat and ball.
Players to Avoid:
- Sai Sudharsan: May not get a game if Gill and Rahul continue.
- Jacob Bethell: Unlikely to play in this Test.
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Favourite Team – England
England’s fearless approach, deep batting, home conditions, and the psychological edge from the first Test win give them the upper hand in this match. With Edgbaston traditionally favoring English bowlers and batters, they’ll look to dominate once again.
Test History – England
England are the most experienced Test nation, having played 1085 Tests with 402 wins, 328 losses, and 355 draws. Their aggressive modern approach has revived interest in Test cricket.
Test History – India
India have played 590 Test matches, winning 181, losing 185, and drawing 223. With a balanced squad, India remain a major force in world Test cricket, especially with a maturing batting lineup and potent bowling.
Head-to-Head – England vs India Test Stats
| Matches | England Wins | India Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 | 52 | 35 | 50 |
- At Edgbaston, England have dominated India with 6 wins in 7 Tests.
- India last won at Edgbaston in 1986.
Pitch Report – Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Surface: Traditionally favors seamers early, good bounce.
- Spinners will come into play from Day 3.
- Batting becomes easier once the ball softens.
Weather Report – Birmingham
- Day 1 & 2: Cloudy with light drizzle (10–20% chance of rain)
- Temp: 20–24°C
- Humidity: 70+% – helpful for swing bowlers
- Play Impact: Minimal rain interruption expected
Score Prediction
- If England Bat First: 390+
- If India Bat First: 295–315
Toss Prediction
- Toss Winner: England
- Decision: Bat First
Match Prediction
Winner: England Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
FAQ – ENG vs IND 2nd Test
Q1. Who will win the 2nd Test between England and India?
England are favorites due to their home record, current form, and dominant win in the first Test.
Q2. Where is the England vs India 2nd Test being played?
Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham.
Q3. Which TV channel will broadcast the match?
Star Sports and JioHotstar (India).
Q4. Who are the top fantasy picks for this match?
Rishabh Pant, Ben Duckett, Ben Stokes, Joe Root.
Q5. What is India’s Test record in England?
India have won only 9 Tests out of 68 played in England.
Q6. Who holds the edge in head-to-head?
England lead the rivalry with 52 wins to India’s 35.
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