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.
 
 
1946 ENG vs IND Tests

The Nawab of Pataudi (Snr) skippered the Indian team on a 3 Test tour of England from 22 June – 17 August 1946.

This was the first test tour after World War 2 ended in England. Wally Hammond led England to a 1-0 series win. The Top Performers were:

England

  • Alec Bedser (Debut series): 11 wickets in 2nd Test
  • Washbrook & Hutton: Centuries in 1st Test
  • Edrich: Scored a crucial 98 in the 2nd Test
  • Doug Wright: Consistent with the ball

India

  • Vijay Merchant: Top scorer for India
  • Lala Amarnath: Batting and bowling all-rounder, took 5 wickets in 1st Test.
  • Vinoo Mankad: Contributed in both departments

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DateMatchTeam 1  Team 2Venue
Jun 221946 ENG v INDEnglandvIndiaLords
Jul 201946 ENG v INDEnglandvIndiaOld Trafford
Aug 171946 ENG v INDEnglandvIndiaThe Oval
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