On 25 June 1932, India started its journey in international Cricket as a Test-playing nation, making its debut against England at Lord's. The series is fought over two trophies: 

Anthony de Mello Trophy:
This trophy was awarded for the Test series played between India and England when the series is held in India.
 
Pataudi Trophy:
This trophy was awarded when the Test series between India and England is played in England.
 
In June 2025, the ECB and BCCI decided to award the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy to the winning team.
 
 
1952 ENG v IND Tests

Vijay Hazare led India on a 4 Test tour to England from 5 June – 19 August 1952. Len Hutton led England as they won the series 3-0. The Key Performers were:

England

  • Len Hutton: 150 at Lord’s; led from the front
  • Fred Trueman: 13 wickets in the series; blistering pace
  • Alec Bedser & Jim Laker: Dominated Indian batsmen with swing and spin
  • Trevor Bailey & Tom Graveney: Solid middle-order contributors

India

  • Pankaj Roy: 111 at Leeds – historic century
  • Vijay Hazare: Scored useful runs but lacked support
  • Polly Umrigar: Showed glimpses of promise
  • Vinoo Mankad: All-rounder but was ineffective with the ball

Event Videos  

Share with
What are these?
Muhammad Arslan Abbas
Muhammad Arslan Abbas
(International Debut: 2025)
New Zealand
Asif Khan Afridi
Asif Khan Afridi
(International Debut: 2025)
Pakistan
Doshi, Nayan Dilip
Doshi, Nayan Dilip
(Born on this day 48 yrs ago)
06/10/1978
King, Reon Dane
King, Reon Dane
(Born on this day 51 yrs ago)
06/10/1975 West Indies
Abel, Queentor
Abel, Queentor
(Born on this day 29 yrs ago)
06/10/1997
around the world
more...
CricketCrowd Articles
more...