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.
 
 
1932 ENG v IND Tests

This was India’s first official Test match, marking their entry into international cricket. CK Nayudu captained India – he became a national hero despite the loss. Douglas Jardine led England.

The only Test took place at Lords from  June 25–28, 1932. England won by 158 runs. Mohammad Nissar and Amar Singh impressed with pace bowling for the Indians. Harold Larwood bowled with genuine pace and unsettled the Indian batsmen.

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