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.
 
 
2014 ENG v IND Tests

India under MS Dhoni toured for a Five Test series from July 9 – August 19, 2014. Alastair Cook led England who won the series 3-1.

England

  • Joe Root: 518 runs @ 103.60
  • Gary Ballance: 503 runs
  • James Anderson: 25 wickets
  • Moeen Ali: 19 wickets (emerged as surprise strike bowler)

India

  • Murali Vijay: 402 runs
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 19 wickets & 247 runs (India’s top all-rounder)
  • Ishant Sharma: Match-winning spell at Lord’s

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