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Introduction
In a historic performance, Shubman Gill-led Team India has rewritten the record books in the ongoing five-match Test series against England. The Indian batters have been in sensational form, amassing 3,809 runs, smashing 422 fours and 48 sixes, and setting a new benchmark in Test cricket. This Cricinfo report dives deep into India’s record-breaking achievements, individual brilliance, and how they surpassed legendary milestones.
India’s Record-Breaking Run Feat -Cricinfo
India’s batting lineup has been unstoppable in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy (2025), scoring a staggering 3,809 runs in just five matches. This is now the second-highest team total in a Test series, trailing only behind Australia’s 3,877 runs in the 1989 Ashes (a six-match series).
Key Highlights: Cricinfo
- Six Indian batters scored 12 centuries in the series.
- Five players crossed the 400-run mark – a rare feat in Test cricket.
- India’s 3,809 runs are the highest in a five-match series, surpassing previous records.
Breaking Australia’s 1989 Record
Australia’s 1989 Ashes performance was considered one of the greatest in Test history, with 3,877 runs in six matches. However, India came agonizingly close, falling just 68 runs short despite playing one fewer match.
Highest Team Totals in a Bilateral Test Series:
| Team | Total Runs | Matches | Opposition | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 3,877 | 6 | England | 1989 | England |
| India | 3,809 | 5 | England | 2025 | England |
| England | 3,757 | 5 | Australia | 1928-29 | Australia |
| Australia | 3,641 | 6 | England | 1993 | England |
Most Boundaries in a Test Series – A New World Record
India didn’t just stop at runs; they also shattered the world record for most boundaries in a Test series.
Boundary Records:
- Total Boundaries: 470 (422 fours + 48 sixes)
- Previous Record: Australia’s 460 (451 fours + 9 sixes) in the 1993 Ashes.
Top Boundary-Hitters for India:
- Shubman Gill: 85 fours, 12 sixes
- KL Rahul: 69 fours
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: 63 fours, 4 sixes
- Ravindra Jadeja: 53 fours, 6 sixes
- Rishabh Pant: 49 fours, 17 sixes
This aggressive batting display showcases India’s dominance in modern Test cricket.
Top Performers: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja, Pant, and Jaiswal Shine
The series saw five Indian batters crossing the 400-run mark, a testament to India’s batting depth.
India’s Top Run-Scorers in the Series:
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs | Best Score | 100/50 | 4s/6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 5 | 10 | 754 | 269 | 4/0 | 85/12 |
| KL Rahul | 5 | 10 | 532 | 137 | 2/2 | 69/0 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 5 | 10 | 516 | 107* | 1/5 | 53/6 |
| Rishabh Pant | 4 | 7 | 479 | 134 | 2/3 | 49/17 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 5 | 10 | 411 | 101 | 2/2 | 63/4 |
Shubman Gill was the standout performer, leading from the front with four centuries, including a monstrous 269.
Shubman Gill Surpasses Graham Gooch’s Historic Record
One of the most remarkable achievements of the series was Shubman Gill breaking Graham Gooch’s 35-year-old record for the most runs in an India-England Test series.
- Gill’s Series Total: 754 runs (10 innings)
- Previous Record: Graham Gooch’s 752 runs (1990, in just 3 Tests!)
This feat cements Gill’s place among the all-time greats in Test cricket.
Conclusion
Team India’s historic performance in England has set new benchmarks in Test cricket. From record-breaking run totals to most boundaries in a series, the Shubman Gill-led side has redefined dominance. With young stars like Jaiswal and Pant stepping up alongside veterans like Rahul and Jadeja, the future of Indian Test cricket looks brighter than ever.
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