England’s Tour of India 2024, The recently concluded England vs India Test series (2024) will be remembered as one of the most dramatic encounters in recent cricket history. What was predicted to be a one-sided home domination turned into a nail-biting 4-1 victory for India, revealing unexpected heroes, tactical revolutions, and moments that will define both teams’ futures.
This 3,000+ word comprehensive analysis covers:
✔ Series summary with key statistics
✔ Rise of new Indian stars (Jaiswal, Bumrah, Padikkal)
✔ What went wrong for England’s ‘Bazball’ approach?
✔ Controversies and turning points
✔ Implications for World Test Championship
✔ Expert verdicts on both teams’ futures
Series Overview: India’s Comeback From 0-1 Down
Final Results (5-Test Series)
| Test | Venue | Result | Margin | Player of Match |
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| 1st | Hyderabad | England won | 28 runs | Ollie Pope |
| 2nd | Visakhapatnam | India won | 106 runs | Jasprit Bumrah |
| 3rd | Rajkot | India won | 434 runs | Yashasvi Jaiswal |
| 4th | Ranchi | India won | 5 wickets | Dhruv Jurel |
| 5th | Dharamsala | India won | Innings & 64 runs | Kuldeep Yadav |
Statistical Highlights
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Yashasvi Jaiswal – 712 runs (2nd highest in India-England series)
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Jasprit Bumrah – 19 wickets @ 16.89 (Best SR for any bowler)
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England’s collapse – Lost last 4 Tests despite winning toss 3 times
For full scorecards, visit ESPN Cricinfo’s series page.
India’s New Heroes: The Unexpected Stars
1. Yashasvi Jaiswal: The Series-Defining Performer
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Back-to-back double centuries (209 in Vizag, 214* in Rajkot)
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Record-breaking 26 sixes (Most in a Test series)
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Left-handed dominance – Neutralized England’s off-spin strategy
2. Dhruv Jurel: The Wicketkeeper India Needed
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Match-saving 90 in Ranchi under pressure
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Superb glovework (Only 2 byes in 5 Tests)
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Earned ₹10.2 crore IPL contract post-series
3. Sarfaraz Khan: Instant Impact Debutant
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2 fifties in debut Test (Rajkot)
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Aggressive strike rate (94.20) – Perfect for modern Tests
Read CrickViews’ exclusive interview with Jaiswal here.
Why England’s Bazball Failed in India?
1. Over-Aggression Backfired
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102 dismissals to spinners (Most by England in a series)
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Poor shot selection – Root’s reverse-scoop in 3rd Test became symbol of failure
2. Spin Weakness Exposed
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No quality spinner – Hartley/Rehan combined avg: 48.60
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Faced 1,423 spin balls – Most by any team in India
3. Fitness & Fatigue Issues
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Injuries to key players (Leach, Brook withdrew)
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4-month long tour – Players visibly drained by 5th Test
Key Turning Points of the Series
1. Ollie Pope’s 196 (1st Test)
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Showed Bazball could work in India
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Forced India to rethink strategies
2. Bumrah’s 6/45 (2nd Test)
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Destroyed England’s batting with reverse swing
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Shifted momentum permanently
3. India’s 434-run win (3rd Test)
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Biggest win margin vs England
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Psychological knockout blow
Controversies That Shaped the Series
1. DRS Umpire’s Call Debates
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7 overturned decisions favoring India
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Stokes called for “umpire’s call” rule change
2. Ranchi Pitch Criticism
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England complained about “unplayable” cracks
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ICC rated it “average” (no penalty)
3. Kohli’s Absence Saga
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Initially “personal reasons”
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Later revealed as family health issue
Tactical Innovations That Worked
India’s Strategies
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Jadeja at No.5 – Balanced lineup perfectly
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Kuldeep as attacking option – 19 wickets @ 20.15
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Use of part-timers – Rohit bowled 37 overs
England’s Adjustments
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Stokes’ self-restraint – Played anchor role
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Foakes as specialist keeper – 12 dismissals
World Test Championship Implications
| Team | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|
| India | 74% | 1st |
| England | 17% | 8th |
India now strong favorites to reach final
England’s hopes nearly extinguished
Expert Verdicts on Team Futures
Indian Perspective (Sunil Gavaskar)
“This is the most complete Test team since 2000s Australia. Their bench strength is terrifying.”
English View (Michael Atherton)
“Bazball needs recalibration. You can’t play the same way in Mumbai and Manchester.”
Neutral Analysis (Harsha Bhogle)
“Series proved Test cricket is alive. Had everything – drama, skill, and new heroes.”
What’s Next for Both Teams?
India’s Schedule
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vs Bangladesh (Home, 2024) – Chance to test more youngsters
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WTC Final (June 2025) – Likely qualification
England’s Road Ahead
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vs West Indies (Home, 2024) – Must regain confidence
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Ashes 2025 – Urgent need to find spinner
Read More: Rishabh Pant’s Emotional Comeback: How He Performed in His First Match Back After the Accident
Final Takeaways From Historic Series
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India’s depth is unmatched – Played without Kohli, Shami, Pant
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Bazball has limitations – Needs pitch-specific flexibility
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Test cricket’s golden era – 28 days of unforgettable action
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