India and England are all set to renew their legendary rivalry in red-ball cricket with the first Test starting June 20 at Headingley, Leeds. But this time, it’s a whole new ball game—Shubman Gill is leading India, Gautam Gambhir is calling the shots as head coach, and Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are officially out of the international scene. Yep, the legends have stepped down. That’s a big shift.
England, on the other hand, are sticking with their all-out aggressive Bazball approach, led by Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum. With both teams going through transitions, this series is more than just a contest—it’s a fantasy cricket goldmine.
Match Info: IND vs ENG 1st Test
- Date: June 20, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Venue: Headingley, Leeds
- Format: Test Match (ICC World Test Championship Cycle 2025–27)
- Live Streaming: Sony Sports Ten 1, Ten 5 | JioCinema | Hotstar
🇮🇳 India’s Predicted XI – Fresh Faces, Big Roles
- KL Rahul
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sai Sudharsan
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Rishabh Pant (WK, VC)
- Karun Nair
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Shardul Thakur
- Prasidh Krishna
- Mohammad Siraj
- Jasprit Bumrah
Must-Pick Fantasy Players from India
- Jasprit Bumrah: 205 wickets in 45 Tests—he’s lethal with the new ball and reverse swing.
- Rishabh Pant: Explosive batter, vice captain, and already has two centuries in England.
- KL Rahul: Three Test tons vs England, two of those in English conditions. Reliable overseas performer.
England’s Announced XI – Bazball Continues
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Ben Stokes (C)
- Jamie Smith (WK)
- Chris Woakes
- Brydon Carse
- Josh Tongue
- Shoaib Bashir
Must-Pick Fantasy Players from England
- Joe Root: 2846 runs vs India in 30 Tests. Averages 58. Just plug him in.
- Chris Woakes: Top value pick—gets you points with both bat and ball.
- Ben Stokes: Always in the action. Big knocks, wickets, and captain’s grit.
Dream11 Fantasy Tips: Picks That Could Win You Leagues
Top Batters
- KL Rahul: Has the technique and form to survive English conditions.
- Ben Duckett: Fits Bazball perfectly. Could rack up quick runs early.
Differential Pick
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: Explosive and fearless. Perfect for Grand League punts.
All-Rounders
- Ben Stokes: Delivers in every format—his all-round game is fantasy gold.
- Ravindra Jadeja: Consistency + points from fielding = must-have.
Bowlers to Watch
- Jasprit Bumrah: Strike bowler. Period.
- Chris Woakes: Loves bowling in English conditions—swings it both ways.
- Josh Tongue (GL pick): Cheap, low-ownership pacer who could surprise.
Captain & Vice-Captain Combos
Small League (Safe)
- C: Jasprit Bumrah
- VC: Joe Root
Grand League (Risky, High-Reward)
- C: Rishabh Pant
- VC: Ben Duckett
Sample Dream11 Teams
Small League (SL)
WK: Rishabh Pant
BAT: KL Rahul, Joe Root (C), Harry Brook, Ollie Pope
ALL: Ben Stokes, Ravindra Jadeja
BOWL: Jasprit Bumrah, Chris Woakes, Shoaib Bashir, Prasidh Krishna
Grand League (GL)
WK: Jamie Smith
BAT: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill
ALL: Ben Stokes, Shardul Thakur
BOWL: Josh Tongue, Mohammad Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah (C), Shoaib Bashir
Core Picks You Should Lock In
No matter the contest or platform, don’t mess with these five:
- Jasprit Bumrah
- KL Rahul
- Rishabh Pant
- Ben Stokes
- Ben Duckett
Tips for Other Fantasy Platforms
My11Circle: All-rounders score better – stack Jadeja, Stokes, Thakur
- C/VC: Pant (C), Stokes (VC)
MPL: Prioritize batters – Rahul, Gill, Duckett
- C/VC: Gill (C), Bumrah (VC)
Howzat: Bowlers shine more – go with Siraj, Woakes, Bashir
- C/VC: Woakes (C), Pant (VC)
Pitch & Weather: Fast Bowlers Will Feast
Headingley usually offers bounce and seam. With overcast skies and a green pitch expected, pacers like Bumrah, Woakes, and Siraj could dominate. Spin won’t play a huge role early on.
Fantasy Call: Go heavy on pace, light on spin, and pick batters with solid technique.
Final Word:
This series isn’t just a historic face-off—it’s a fantasy playground. With legends stepping aside and new heroes emerging, it’s the perfect time to get creative with your Dream11 teams. Play smart, pick bold, and may your fantasy scorecard light up!
FAQs – Fantasy Tips for India vs England 1st Test
Safe combo: Jasprit Bumrah (C), Joe Root (VC)
Grand League combo: Rishabh Pant (C), Ben Duckett (V
Jasprit Bumrah – Strike bowler, consistent wicket-taker
KL Rahul – Experienced opener in English conditions
Rishabh Pant – Big scorer and handy as a keeper
Joe Root – Most reliable batter vs India
Ben Stokes – All-rounder with high impact
Chris Woakes – Swing bowler and handy with the bat
The pitch offers early movement and seam. Prioritize:
Fast bowlers like Bumrah, Woakes, Siraj
Solid top-order batters like Rahul, Root
Avoid relying too much on spinners early in the Test.
Yashasvi Jaiswal – Aggressive and under-picked
Josh Tongue – Can take early wickets
Shardul Thakur – Bat-ball impact and low ownership
Load up on pace bowlers, especially early in the match. The pitch and weather both favour seam movement.
Dream11 – Most popular with balanced scoring
My11Circle – Better rewards for all-rounders
MPL & Howzat – Reward specific roles like bowling and strike rates
