By: NaveenGaming | July 6, 2025
“A win for the ages, a captain’s coming of age, and a pacer’s rise from the shadows — India’s crushing 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston wasn’t just a win; it was a roaring declaration that this team can conquer anything.”
🏏 The Long Wait Ends at Edgbaston
For decades, Edgbaston had been India’s fortress of pain. From 1967 to 2024, eight attempts and no wins. But that changed on July 6, 2025, when Shubman Gill’s men demolished England by 336 runs — India’s biggest ever Test win on foreign soil.
With the series tied at 1-1, India did more than just win a match — they rewrote history.
🧢 The Rise of Captain Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill isn’t just leading with the bat — he’s leading with belief. Here's what made this performance special:
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Centuries in both innings including a double century in the first.
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Tactical sharpness, field placements, and calculated bowling changes.
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Youngest Indian captain to win a Test overseas at just 25 years and 301 days.
“Sometimes you need to lead by example. If a good ball gets me out, it's okay — I won’t throw it away,” Gill said post-match. That mindset was on full display.
🌟 Akash Deep — From Sasaram to Stardom
If there’s a fairy tale in this win, it's written by Akash Deep.
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10 wickets in the match — 4 in the first, 6 in the second.
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Clean bowled Joe Root, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook.
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Sharp seam movement, clever angles, and a big heart.
From playing tennis-ball cricket in Bihar to becoming the Player of the Match at Edgbaston, Akash Deep’s rise is inspiring.
"He used the angles well… zoning in on that crack — very skillful," praised Ben Stokes.
🔥 Match Summary
India 1st Innings
Gill’s double ton powered India to a massive first-innings total. The middle order supported him with gritty knocks.
England 1st Innings
Akash Deep and Siraj were on fire. England crumbled under pressure and never looked in control.
India 2nd Innings
Gill followed up with another century before a timely declaration.
England 2nd Innings
Jamie Smith tried his best with 88, but Akash Deep and Jadeja ensured there was no miracle.
The final wicket fell to Akash Deep — Carse lofted one high to Gill at cover. The captain caught it, roared with joy, and ran off with a stump in hand. Iconic.
📊 Key Stats & Records
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Margin of Victory: 336 runs (India’s biggest away Test win).
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Akash Deep: 10/187 – best match figures by an Indian in England.
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Shubman Gill: Youngest Indian Test-winning captain overseas.
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Jamie Smith: 272 runs – third-highest match aggregate by a wicketkeeper in Tests.
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Sixes Hit in Match: 30 – most ever in a Test in England.
💬 Voices from the Field
Shubman Gill:
"All the things we spoke about after the first game, we were spot on. Our fielding, bowling, planning — everything clicked. Bumrah or no Bumrah, we can take 20 wickets anywhere."
Ben Stokes:
"We tried everything. But once they had us at 80/5, it was always going to be hard. Shubman was brilliant with the bat. Akash Deep was outstanding."
📈 India Breaks the Edgbaston Curse
India had played 8 Tests at Edgbaston since 1967 and lost 7 of them. This was their first-ever victory at the venue — and it came with authority. This win also adds to their growing list of overseas conquests:
Biggest Away Wins by India (By Runs):
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336 vs England – Edgbaston, 2025
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318 vs West Indies – North Sound, 2016
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304 vs Sri Lanka – Galle, 2017
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295 vs Australia – Perth, 2024
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279 vs England – Leeds, 1986
💪 Without Bumrah, With Grit
India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah missed this Test — yet the team delivered a complete performance. From Prasidh Krishna’s holding role to Jadeja’s clever turn and Sundar’s timely breakthroughs, everyone contributed.
Now with Bumrah returning for Lord’s, India’s pace attack is about to get even more dangerous.
🏰 All Roads Lead to Lord’s
With the series locked at 1-1, the third Test at Lord’s promises drama, tension, and high-quality cricket. England may bring back Jofra Archer. India will bring back Bumrah. And the stage will be set at the most iconic venue in world cricket.
💭 Final Word: India’s Message is Loud and Clear
This wasn’t just a match. It was a moment.
A young captain stepping into greatness.
A fast bowler showing raw hunger.
A team proving it can win — anywhere.
India didn’t just win at Edgbaston. They owned it.
And the message is simple:
The new era of Indian Test cricket is here. And it’s fearless.
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