England vs India Test Match Prediction: Who Will Win 5th Test Match?

Win Probability

England	Draw	India
37%	36%	27%

 

England to Win- (1.57)

• England won 56 Test matches against India.
• England leads the series by 2 wins.
• ENG have home ground advantage.

England vs India Betting Odds

	Puntit	1Win	BC.Game
ENG to Win	1.6	1.57	1.52
IND to Win	2.1	2.36	2.55
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The fifth and final Test between England and India at The Oval promises to be an explosive finish to a fiercely contested series. With both teams loaded with firepower and tactical depth, the stage is set for a blockbuster showdown. The pitch will have its say early—fresh, green, and full of life for the seamers. Expect the new ball to zip around with swing and bounce, keeping openers on edge and bowlers licking their lips. But as the sun settles in and the surface flattens, the batters will find rhythm, turning the match into a tug-of-war between ball and blade.

England will look to capitalise on home conditions, riding on their aggressive “Bazball” approach, while India brings in grit, class, and an attack that can dismantle any lineup on its day. Expect gritty partnerships, tactical masterstrokes, and individual brilliance across five days of hard-fought cricket. The series is on a knife’s edge. This isn’t just a decider; it’s a battle for pride, momentum, and Test supremacy. Strap in for a thrilling finale where every session could turn the tables.

England vs India Preview

England:

England has decided to bring in Mark Wood to replace Ollie Robinson, adding more pace and experience to the attack. Mark Wood, with his raw pace, is essential for breaking partnerships and intimidating the middle order.

Jamie Overton joins the squad as a new pace option and may play if England chooses to implement a four-pronged fast attack. England aims to maintain balance by blending raw speed, swing, and overall depth.

Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett delivered an outstanding performance in the 4th Test at Old Trafford. Crawley scored 84 runs off 113 balls, while Duckett was even more aggressive, making 94 runs off 100 balls. Together, they formed a dynamic opening partnership of 166 runs, leaving them just 133 runs behind India’s first-innings total of 358.

Ben Stokes starred with both bat and ball, scoring 141 off 198 balls and capturing 5 for 72, becoming just the fourth England player to register a century and five-wicket haul in the same Test.

India:

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will miss the match due to a fractured foot sustained during the 4th Test at Old Trafford. Narayan Jagadeesan has been named as Pant’s replacement in the squad, and Dhruv Jurel is expected to keep wicket in the playing XI. Jurel previously donned the gloves as a substitute in the third and fourth Tests.

Head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed that Bumrah has not been ruled out yet, pending the results of final fitness assessments.

Ravindra Jadeja recorded five scores above fifty (89, 69*, 72, 61*, 107*) and saved the 4th Test.

Shubman Gill (103 off 238 balls) and KL Rahul (90 off 230 balls) stabilised the innings after early losses, putting on a 174-run partnership by stumps on Day 4.

On Day 5, Gill, Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar batted through over five sessions. The highlight was their unbroken 198-run partnership, refusing to surrender. India ended with an impressive 425/4, securing a much-needed draw, despite their 300+ run first-innings deficit.

England vs India Match Details.

Match: ENG vs IND, 5th Test, India tour of England, 2025 Date and Time: Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Monday, August 04, 3:30 P.M., 2025 Venue: Kennington Oval, London Live Streaming: TV- Star Sports Network Mobile- Hotstar

England vs India Head-to-Head Record ODI (Overall)

Team	Matches Played	Won	Lost	Tie
ENW	140	53	36	51
INDW	140	36	53	51

England vs India Recent form:

• ENG : – W, L, W, W
• IND: – L, W, L, L

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The Kennington Oval traditionally offers a flat, batter-friendly surface in the early stages, with decent carry and bounce that allow scoring to be freely achieved on Days 1–2. However, as the match progresses, the square tends to dry out and develop cracks, creating uneven bounce and gradual spin assistance from Day 3 onward, especially in the fourth and fifth outings of the match.

Historically, teams batting first excel here, with an average first-innings score ranging from 350 to 400, indicating the early ease of scoring. Seam bowlers still play a significant role initially—especially under overcast conditions or when reverse swing comes into play later in the innings.

London’s weather is expected to be mostly cloudy, with temperatures ranging from 17°C to 26°C. A brief shower might occur around 4 PM, but no significant disruptions are anticipated. Winds will be blowing at 15 to 20 km/h, and humidity levels will be between 60% and 75%. The cool, overcast mornings may benefit seam bowlers, while the afternoons will favour batters.
Dew Chances- Medium.

Kennington Oval, London records

Total Matches	112
Wins by Teams Batting First	42
Wins by Teams Batting Second	30
Average Score in First Innings	338
Highest Team Total	903/7(335.2) by ENG vs AUS
Lowest Team Total	44/10(26) by AUS vs ENG

England vs India Playing XI

England Playing XI:
Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue.

India Playing XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Prasidh Krishna.

England vs India Key Players to Bet On

Team	Player	Recent Best Performance
ENG	Harry Brook	181(265)(4×20, 6×1) vs IND, Test
	Brydon Carse	176-4 vs IND, Test
IND	Shubman Gill	430(549)(4×43, 6×11) vs ENG, Test
	Rishabh Pant	252(318)(4×27, 6×9) vs ENG, Test

ENG vs IND Betting Tips

• Toss – IND
• Match – IND

Betting Tips	Odds
Will there be a Tie	14.5
Team to win the toss	1.9
Harry Brook to score 50 runs in the 1st inning	3.35

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