IND Vs ENG, Head-To-Head Record Ahead Of 2nd Test
Rohit congratulating Pope after his 196 run knock [AP Photo]
In an unexpected turn of events, the Ben Stokes led England team took a surprising 1-0 lead in the 5-match Test series, when they defeated India in Hyderabad last week.
The Indian team were in a comfortable position on Day 2, when they had a commanding 190 run lead. However, a brilliant counter-attacking 196 from Ollie Pope in the second innings, turned the tides for the visitors as the home team failed to chase down 231.
Tom Hartley was the man for the big occasion in the second innings, as he picked up a 7-wicket haul and rattled the famed Indian batting lineup to win the first Test match for his side.
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With the second Test match starting on February 2 in Visakhapatnam, The Indian side will be eager to bounce back and level the series. However, before the game commences, let us look at the updated head to head records between the two teams in Test cricket.
IND Vs ENG: Head to head record in Tests (Overall)
| Teams | Matches | Won | Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 132 | 31 | 50 |
| England | 132 | 51 | 50 |
The England team have a superior record over India in overall Test matches. The Three Lions have won 51 Tests out of the 132 played, while the Indian side have only won 31 contests. 50 Test matches have been drawn out of 132.
IND Vs ENG: Head to head records in Tests (In India)
| Teams | Matches | Won |
|---|---|---|
| India | 65 | 22 |
| England | 65 | 15 |
In Test matches being played in India, the two teams have squared off 64 times against each, and India have won 22 contests. However, England's record is not to bad, considering that they too have won 15 matches, the most recent being the Hyderabad Test match.
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