India vs England, 1st Test – Fantasy Cricket XI Tips, Prediction & Probable XI

India will be playing England in the four-match test series starting from 5th February. The match will be played in MA Chidambaram Stadium(Chepauk), Chennai. India vs England, 1st Test: Match Detail

England will be banking on Joe Root, Jos Buttler, and Ben Stokes on the batting front. The trio is one of the most experienced and effective players of the spin. Root will be the key player for England in this series. 

The bowling looks settled with quality fast bowlers. Only one of the two - James Anderson and Stuart Broad will get into the playing XI. Jofra Archer will be the second pacer. Moeen Ali might get a go-ahead due to his accurate spin bowling. Dominic Bess had a decent series in Sri Lanka and will take the confidence to this series. 

India will start as favorites in their home conditions for this series. However, England will pose a threat with their one eye on the World Championship Finals. 

India vs England Head to Head:

• Total – 122
• India – 26
• England – 47
• Draw - 49

India vs England Team News: 

England added Ollie Pope as a late entry in the squad for the first test. 

India vs England Pitch Report:

The pitch at Chennai will be favorable for the spinners throughout the five days. Both teams are likely to play three spinners on this track.