Cricket fans around the world got exactly what they were promised — and perhaps even more. The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy between England and India wasn’t just a Test series; it was an epic saga of grit, skill, and unrelenting drama.
From the very first ball to the final nail-biting moment, both teams fought like warriors, matching each other blow for blow. And when the dust settled after five high-intensity matches, the scoreboard fittingly read 2–2. Neither side truly dominated the other, though, truth be told, India did win more sessions across the series.
The Oval – Where Nerves Turned to Steel
The series decider at The Oval was the stuff of cricketing folklore. England, chasing a daunting 374 for victory, looked well on course to seal the series 3–1. With Harry Brook and Joe Root both crafting sublime centuries, the home crowd could smell glory.
But cricket is a game of moments, and one moment changed it all. Brook, set and cruising, played a rash shot that shattered England’s momentum. And that’s when India pounced.
Enter Mohammed Siraj — the indefatigable warrior with fire in his eyes. Refusing to bow down, Siraj produced a spell of relentless pace, precision, and passion, tearing through England’s lower order. In the end, his efforts delivered a thrilling six-run win for Shubman Gill’s young Indian side on Day 5.
Monty Panesar Weighs In
Days after the dust settled, The Hindustan Times caught up with former England spin hero Monty Panesar — the man who famously helped England win a Test series in India back in 2012.
Panesar praised the high skill and mental toughness on display from both sides, calling the series “a true advert for Test cricket.” Yet, he pointed out that India might regret not sealing the series after being in control for much of the 25 days of play.
He also heaped praise on Siraj’s workhorse mentality, likening his never-give-up approach to the greats of the game. And when asked about Joe Root’s future, Panesar didn’t rule out the possibility of Root challenging Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time Test runs record — a chase that would be historic in its own right.
The Verdict
The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy 2025 was everything Test cricket should be — intense, unpredictable, and brimming with individual brilliance. From Brook’s elegance to Siraj’s fury, from Root’s class to Gill’s leadership, this was a battle that will be remembered for years.
The scoreboard says 2–2, but the real winner here… was cricket itself.
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