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After the fast-paced drama of the IPL, it’s time to embrace the classical charm of Test cricket. Team India has arrived in England for a five-match Test series.

Under the fresh leadership of Shubman Gill, the challenge is steep — winning a Test series in England has never been easy, and defeating Ben Stokes’ side at home is one of the toughest tasks in world cricket.

5 players who could pose biggest threat to India

England are in excellent form and boast a squad full of match-winners. Here are five English players who could pose the biggest threat to India in the upcoming series:

As captain and all-rounder, Ben Stokes remains England’s biggest weapon. He thrives in high-pressure situations and has a history of delivering with both bat and ball. His aggressive leadership style, coupled with his home advantage, makes him a major obstacle for India. Stokes’ ability to turn matches on his own is well-documented.

One of the modern greats, Joe Root has consistently tormented Indian bowlers over the years. In 30 Tests against India, Root has amassed 2,846 runs at an average of 58, including 10 centuries and 11 fifties. His calm, classical technique and ability to anchor long innings make him a crucial figure in England’s batting order.

Ben Duckett has been a revelation at the top of the order for England. Known for his fearless strokeplay, Duckett recently scored a superb 140 against Zimbabwe. With two centuries and two fifties in his last 11 innings, he’s a serious threat to India’s pace attack, especially early in the innings when conditions favor the bowlers.

With 137 wickets in 34 home Tests, Chris Woakes is lethal in English conditions. He has already taken 23 wickets in 9 Tests against India, and his ability to move the ball both ways with the new ball makes him a key threat. Woakes is also a handy lower-order batsman, giving England valuable depth.

Youngster Harry Brook is making waves in the Test arena with his bold and confident style. In his last 10 innings, Brook has notched up two centuries and two half-centuries, including impressive knocks of 171 and 123 against New Zealand. He also chipped in with a fifty against Zimbabwe, proving his consistency across conditions.