India’s biggest Test wins against England showcase a legacy of dominance both at home and abroad. From historic victories in Leeds and Chennai to record-breaking triumphs in Rajkot and Birmingham, India has consistently combined stellar batting and bowling performances to assert their strength and secure memorable, commanding wins over their traditional rivals.
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5. Vizag, 2016 – India Won By 246 Runs
India’s inaugural Test at Visakhapatnam turned into a memorable win. Virat Kohli starred with a century and a fifty (167 & 81), while the spin duo of Ashwin and Jadeja tormented England’s batsmen. Defending a 404-run target, India bowled England out for 158, sealing a commanding 246-run victory during a strong home season.
4. Leeds, 1986 – India Won By 279 Runs
One of India’s earliest and most significant overseas triumphs came at Leeds under Kapil Dev’s leadership. Posting solid totals of 272 and 237, India bowled England out for 128. Roger Binny’s five-wicket haul and Maninder Singh’s four-wicket effort helped India secure a 279-run win, marking their rising stature in world cricket.
3. Chennai, 2021 – India Won By 317 Runs
In a home Test at Chennai, India bounced back after losing the opener. Rohit Sharma’s brilliant 161 and the deadly spin combo of Ashwin and Axar Patel, both claiming five-wicket hauls, dismantled England. Bowling them out for 164, India achieved a dominant 317-run victory, shifting the series momentum firmly in their favour.
2. Birmingham, 2025 – India Won By 336 Runs
During the 2025 England tour, India produced one of their most emphatic away wins at Edgbaston. Setting a massive target of 608, thanks to Shubman Gill’s combined 430 runs and potent bowling from Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, India bowled England out on Day 5. The 336-run victory was India’s largest in England and their second-biggest win over the visitors overall.
1. Rajkot, 2024 – India Won By 434 Runs
India’s biggest Test win against England came recently in Rajkot. Posting a record 445 runs with centuries from Rohit Sharma (131) and Ravindra Jadeja (112), India’s bowlers then crushed England twice. Standouts Mohammed Siraj and Jadeja (with a five-wicket haul) led the charge, as India secured a historic 434-run victory—their largest margin over England in Tests.
