Cricket, the sport that unites millions of fans across the globe, has seen countless historic rivalries and unforgettable encounters. One of the most iconic and longstanding rivalries is between the India National Cricket Team and the England Cricket Team. Their battles on the field, spanning decades, have delivered some of the most thrilling moments in cricket history.
In this blog post, we’ll explore the India vs England timeline, covering their encounters across Test matches, ODIs, and T20s. From their first meeting to the present day, we’ll trace the evolution of one of cricket’s greatest rivalries, highlighting key milestones, record-breaking performances, and unforgettable matches.
A Brief History of India vs England Rivalry
| Statistic | Test (1932-2022) | ODI (1974-2023) | T20I (2007-2022) |
| Span | 1932-2022 | 1974-2023 | 2007-2022 |
| Matches Played | 131 | 107 | 23 |
| Wins (India) | 31 | 58 | 12 |
| Wins (England) | 50 | 44 | 11 |
| Losses (India) | 50 | 44 | 11 |
| Losses (England) | 31 | 58 | 12 |
| Draws | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| Ties | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| No Result | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Win/Loss Ratio (India) | 0.62 | 1.318 | 1.09 |
| Win/Loss Ratio (England) | 1.612 | 0.758 | 0.916 |
| Win Percentage (India) | 23.66% | 54.20% | 52.17% |
| Win Percentage (England) | 38.16% | 41.12% | 47.82% |
| Loss Percentage (India) | 38.16% | 41.12% | 47.82% |
| Loss Percentage (England) | 23.66% | 54.20% | 52.17% |
| Draw Percentage | 38.16% | 0% | 0% |
| Overall % (India) | 38.27% | 56.73% | 52.17% |
| Overall % (England) | 61.72% | 43.26% | 47.82% |
The India and England cricket rivalry dates back to the early 20th century when India was still under British rule. Since India’s first official Test match in 1932, England has been one of the team’s most prominent opponents. Over the years, the rivalry has evolved, with both teams contributing to cricket’s rich history, battling not only for victories but also for a place in cricketing folklore.
Timeline of India vs England Matches
1. India vs England Test Matches Timeline
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Test matches between India and England have produced some of the most dramatic moments in cricket history. Whether it’s a thrilling chase, a historic bowling spell, or a memorable century, these encounters are etched in the minds of cricket fans worldwide.
| Series/Tournament | Season | Winner | Margin | Matches Played |
| India in England Test Match | 1932 | England | 1-0 | 1 |
| England in India Test Series | 1933/34 | England | 2-0 | 3 |
| India in England Test Series | 1936 | England | 2-0 | 3 |
| India in England Test Series | 1946 | England | 1-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 1951/52 | Drawn | 1-1 | 5 |
| India in England Test Series | 1952 | England | 3-0 | 4 |
| India in England Test Series | 1959 | England | 5-0 | 5 |
| England in India Test Series | 1961/62 | India | 2-0 | 5 |
| England in India Test Series | 1963/64 | Drawn | 0-0 | 5 |
| India in England Test Series | 1967 | England | 3-0 | 3 |
| India in England Test Series | 1971 | India | 1-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 1972/73 | India | 2-1 | 5 |
| India in England Test Series | 1974 | England | 3-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 1976/77 | England | 3-1 | 5 |
| India in England Test Series | 1979 | England | 1-0 | 4 |
| Golden Jubilee Test (England in India) | 1979/80 | England | – | – |
| England in India Test Series | 1981/82 | India | 1-0 | 6 |
| India in England Test Series | 1982 | England | 1-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 1984/85 | England | 2-1 | 5 |
| India in England Test Series | 1986 | India | 2-0 | 3 |
| India in England Test Series | 1990 | England | 1-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 1992/93 | India | 3-0 | 3 |
| India in England Test Series | 1996 | England | 1-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 2001/02 | India | 1-0 | 3 |
| India in England Test Series | 2002 | Drawn | 1-1 | 4 |
| England in India Test Series | 2005/06 | Drawn | 1-1 | 3 |
| Pataudi Trophy (India in England) | 2007 | India | 1-0 | 3 |
| England in India Test Series | 2008/09 | India | 1-0 | 2 |
| Pataudi Trophy (India in England) | 2011 | England | 4-0 | 4 |
| England in India Test Series | 2012/13 | England | 2-1 | 4 |
| Pataudi Trophy (India in England) | 2014 | England | 3-1 | 5 |
| England in India Test Series | 2016/17 | India | 4-0 | 5 |
| Pataudi Trophy (India in England) | 2018 | England | 4-1 | 5 |
| Anthony de Mello Trophy (England in India) | 2020/21 | India | 3-1 | 4 |
| Pataudi Trophy (India in England) | 2021-2022 | Drawn | 2-2 | 5 |
| Anthony de Mello Trophy (England in India) | 2023/24 | India | 4-1 | 5 |
2. India vs England ODI Matches Timeline
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The One Day International (ODI) format brought a new dimension to the rivalry. From iconic World Cup encounters to thrilling bilateral series, ODIs between India and England have been full of excitement and drama.
| Date | Winner | Margin | Place |
| Oct 29, 2023 | India | 100 runs | Lucknow |
| Jul 17, 2022 | India | 5 wickets | Manchester |
| Jul 14, 2022 | England | 100 runs | Lord’s |
| Jul 12, 2022 | India | 10 wickets | The Oval |
| Mar 28, 2021 | India | 7 runs | Pune |
| Mar 26, 2021 | England | 6 wickets | Pune |
| Mar 23, 2021 | India | 66 runs | Pune |
| Jun 30, 2019 | England | 31 runs | Birmingham |
| Jul 17, 2018 | England | 8 wickets | Leeds |
| Jul 14, 2018 | England | 86 runs | Lord’s |
| Jul 12, 2018 | India | 8 wickets | Nottingham |
| Jan 22, 2017 | England | 5 runs | Eden Gardens |
| Jan 19, 2017 | India | 15 runs | Cuttack |
| Jan 15, 2017 | India | 3 wickets | Pune |
| Jan 30, 2015 | England | 3 wickets | Perth |
| Jan 20, 2015 | England | 9 wickets | Brisbane |
| Sep 5, 2014 | England | 41 runs | Leeds |
| Sep 2, 2014 | India | 9 wickets | Birmingham |
| Aug 30, 2014 | India | 6 wickets | Nottingham |
| Aug 27, 2014 | India | 133 runs | Cardiff |
| Jun 23, 2013 | India | 5 runs | Birmingham |
| Jan 27, 2013 | England | 7 wickets | Dharamsala |
| Jan 23, 2013 | India | 5 wickets | Mohali |
| Jan 19, 2013 | India | 7 wickets | Ranchi |
| Jan 15, 2013 | India | 127 runs | Kochi |
| Jan 11, 2013 | England | 9 runs | Rajkot |
| Oct 25, 2011 | India | 95 runs | Eden Gardens |
| Oct 23, 2011 | India | 6 wickets | Wankhede |
| Oct 20, 2011 | India | 5 wickets | Mohali |
| Oct 17, 2011 | India | 8 wickets | Delhi |
| Oct 14, 2011 | India | 126 runs | Hyderabad |
| Sep 16, 2011 | England | 6 wickets | Cardiff |
| Sep 11, 2011 | tied | – | Lord’s |
| Sep 9, 2011 | England | 3 wickets | The Oval |
| Sep 6, 2011 | England | 7 wickets | Southampton |
| Sep 3, 2011 | no result | – | Chester-le-Street |
| Feb 27, 2011 | tied | – | Bengaluru |
| Nov 26, 2008 | India | 6 wickets | Cuttack |
| Nov 23, 2008 | India | 19 runs | Bengaluru |
| Nov 20, 2008 | India | 16 runs | Kanpur |
| Nov 17, 2008 | India | 54 runs | Indore |
| Nov 14, 2008 | India | 158 runs | Rajkot |
| Sep 8, 2007 | England | 7 wickets | Lord’s |
| Sep 5, 2007 | India | 2 wickets | The Oval |
| Sep 2, 2007 | India | 38 runs | Leeds |
| Aug 30, 2007 | England | 3 wickets | Manchester |
| Aug 27, 2007 | England | 42 runs | Birmingham |
| Aug 24, 2007 | India | 9 runs | Bristol |
| Aug 21, 2007 | England | 104 runs | Southampton |
| Oct 15, 2006 | India | 4 wickets | Jaipur |
| Apr 15, 2006 | India | 7 wickets | Indore |
| Apr 12, 2006 | England | 5 wickets | Jamshedpur |
| Apr 6, 2006 | India | 4 wickets | Kochi |
| Apr 3, 2006 | India | 49 runs | Margao |
| Mar 31, 2006 | India | 4 wickets | Faridabad |
| Mar 28, 2006 | India | 39 runs | Delhi |
| Sep 5, 2004 | India | 23 runs | Lord’s |
| Sep 3, 2004 | England | 70 runs | The Oval |
| Sep 1, 2004 | England | 7 wickets | Nottingham |
| Feb 26, 2003 | India | 82 runs | Durban |
| Sep 22, 2002 | India | 8 wickets | Colombo (RPS) |
| Jul 13, 2002 | India | 2 wickets | Lord’s |
| Jul 9, 2002 | England | 64 runs | The Oval |
| Jul 4, 2002 | no result | – | Chester-le-Street |
| Jun 29, 2002 | India | 6 wickets | Lord’s |
| Feb 3, 2002 | England | 5 runs | Wankhede |
| Jan 31, 2002 | England | 2 runs | Delhi |
| Jan 28, 2002 | India | 8 wickets | Kanpur |
| Jan 25, 2002 | India | 4 wickets | Chennai |
| Jan 22, 2002 | England | 16 runs | Cuttack |
| Jan 19, 2002 | India | 22 runs | Eden Gardens |
| May 29-30, 1999 | India | 63 runs | Birmingham |
| Apr 11, 1999 | India | 9 runs | Sharjah |
| Apr 9, 1999 | India | 20 runs | Sharjah |
| Dec 11, 1997 | England | 7 runs | Sharjah |
| May 26-27, 1996 | England | 4 wickets | Manchester |
| May 25, 1996 | England | 6 wickets | Leeds |
| May 23-24, 1996 | no result | – | The Oval |
| Mar 5, 1993 | India | 4 wickets | Gwalior |
| Mar 4, 1993 | India | 3 wickets | Gwalior |
| Mar 1, 1993 | England | 6 wickets | Jamshedpur |
| Feb 26, 1993 | England | 48 runs | Bengaluru |
| Jan 21, 1993 | India | 5 wickets | Chandigarh |
| Jan 18, 1993 | England | 4 wickets | Jaipur |
| Feb 22, 1992 | England | 9 runs | Perth |
| Jul 20, 1990 | India | 5 wickets | Nottingham |
| Jul 18, 1990 | India | 6 wickets | Leeds |
| Oct 25, 1989 | India | 6 wickets | Kanpur |
| Nov 5, 1987 | England | 35 runs | Wankhede |
| Apr 2, 1987 | India | 3 wickets | Sharjah |
| May 26, 1986 | England | 5 wickets | Manchester |
| May 24, 1986 | India | 9 wickets | The Oval |
| Feb 26, 1985 | India | 86 runs | Sydney |
| Jan 27, 1985 | England | 7 runs | Chandigarh |
| Jan 23, 1985 | India | 3 wickets | Nagpur |
3. India vs England T20 Matches Timeline
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The rise of T20 cricket has further intensified the India-England rivalry. Whether in global tournaments or bilateral series, their T20 encounters are always high-octane, featuring some of the best talent in the game.
| Series/Tournament | Season | Winner | Margin |
| India in England T20I Match | 2011 | England | 1-0 (1) |
| England in India T20I Match | 2011/12 | England | 1-0 (1) |
| England in India T20I Series | 2012/13 | Drawn | 1-1 (2) |
| India in England T20I Match | 2014 | England | 1-0 (1) |
| England in India T20I Series | 2016/17 | India | 2-1 (3) |
| India in England T20I Series | 2018 | India | 2-1 (3) |
| England in India T20I Series | 2020/21 | India | 3-2 (5) |
| India in England T20I Series | 2022 | India | 2-1 (3) |
Key Moments in the India vs England Rivalry
Iconic Test Match Moments
- India’s First Test Win in England (1952): India’s victory at Old Trafford was a landmark moment in the country’s cricketing history.
- 2014 Tour – England’s Resilience: England won the series 3-1, but the battle on the field was an intense one, with both teams showcasing grit and skill.
Memorable ODI Moments
- 1983 World Cup: India’s stunning victory over England at Headingley paved the way for India’s first-ever World Cup win.
- 2011 World Cup: The clash at Bangalore where both teams fought hard but India prevailed to eventually lift the trophy.
T20 Thrillers
- 2007 T20 World Cup: The tournament saw India and England face off in a historic encounter, where India’s victory set the tone for their future T20 supremacy.
India vs England Statistical Comparison
Overall Head-to-Head Record
- Test Matches: India and England have met in over 100 Test matches, with both sides enjoying memorable victories. As of the latest statistics, England holds a slight edge in the head-to-head count, but India’s performance in recent series has been impressive.
- ODIs: India and England have faced off in numerous One Day International matches, including high-stakes World Cup games. The rivalry is competitive, with both teams regularly exchanging victories.
- T20s: The T20I rivalry is relatively new but no less exciting. With the rise of T20 leagues and global tournaments, India and England have become two of the most dominant forces in this format.
Conclusion: The Future of the Rivalry
The India-England cricket rivalry is far from over. With both teams continuing to produce world-class players, the coming years promise even more high-intensity encounters. Whether it’s in Test cricket, ODIs, or T20s, fans can always expect a thrilling contest when these two nations face off.
As we look to the future, one thing is certain: the history of the India vs England rivalry will continue to add new chapters, each more exciting than the last
Stay tuned for more updates on the India National Cricket Team vs England Cricket Team as we continue to bring you the latest stats, match reports, and highlights from their ongoing rivalry!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When did India and England first play a Test match?
India and England first met in a Test match in 1932, during India’s debut Test series at Lord’s, London.
What is the head-to-head record between India and England in Test matches?
As of 2022, the two teams have played 131 Test matches, with England winning 50 and India winning 31. The rest were either drawn or tied.
Which team has the better win percentage in ODIs?
India has a higher win percentage in ODIs (54.20%) compared to England (41.12%) as of 2023.
Has there been any memorable World Cup encounter between India and England?
Yes, India and England have faced off in high-stakes World Cup games, including India’s iconic win over England in the 1983 World Cup at Headingley, which marked India’s first-ever World Cup triumph.
How many T20I matches have India and England played?
India and England have played 23 T20I matches as of 2022, with India winning 12 and England winning 11.
Which team has won the most recent Test series between India and England?
India won the 2023/24 Test series in India, securing a 4-1 victory in the “Anthony de Mello Trophy.”
What are some of the most iconic moments in the India vs England rivalry?
Key moments include India’s first Test win in England in 1952, India’s 1983 World Cup win over England, and their thrilling T20 encounters in the 2007 and 2021 series.
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