The Tendulkar-Anderson test series recently saw an epic finish after Team India scored a nail-biting 6-run win in the series finale. Keep reading to find out more.
Series Overview
The Tendulkar-Anderson tournament was established this year. It is named after Sachin Tendulkar, India’s legendary batsman, and James Anderson, a former pacer from England, respectively.
This series was particularly significant as it marked the captaincy debut of Shubman Gill. Gill took over after Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from the test format earlier this year.
The Final Match: Key Highlights
India narrowly defeated England by just 6 runs in a thrilling conclusion at The Oval, tying the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series 2–2 in what is now regarded as one of the most exciting Test series in history. Mohammed Siraj emerged as the standout performer, taking 5 wickets in the final innings and 9 in the match overall—his figures of 9/190 are the best ever recorded by an Indian at The Oval. This victory marked India’s closest Test win by runs and their first-ever success in a fifth or sixth Test played overseas.
England, pursuing 374 runs, seemed on track for a win at 332/4, driven by Joe Root’s 132 and Harry Brook’s 98. However, a dramatic collapse led them to lose their last six wickets for only 36 runs. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, and Akash Deep collectively took all ten wickets in the final innings, marking only the fifth occasion that Indian pacers have accomplished this feat. Chris Woakes’ valiant one-handed effort was not enough to prevent England’s loss.
The series set numerous records: a total of 7,187 runs were scored—the highest ever in a five-match series—and 21 centuries were hit, equalling the all-time record. Shubman Gill concluded with 754 runs, the highest by a touring captain in any Test series, while Ravindra Jadeja’s consistent performance positioned him among India’s top players in England. With the trophy shared, the series will be remembered for its excitement, determination, and historic achievements.
Records & Milestones
Some notable records & milestones from this series include:
7,187 runs scored—the second highest in Test history.
21 centuries—the joint-most in any Test series.
14 team totals exceed 300 — a new record.
Nine batters scored 400+ runs, including Shubman Gill. His 754-run streak is the highest by an Indian Test skipper in any series.
Siraj took 23 wickets, the joint-most by an Indian bowler in England.
Legacy
India’s dramatic victory in the Tendulkar-Anderson series will have a lasting impact. Under Shubman Gill's leadership, the team showcased resilience and talent, particularly in pace bowling with Mohammed Siraj’s standout performance. The series set multiple records, marking an important chapter in India’s test cricket history.