A well-known commentator Harsha Bhogle By announcing the first test lineup for 2025, it got cricket talking all over the world. His selection underscores the shift towards high-impact players, featuring a balance of hard-nosed traditionalists and aggressive batsmen. It should be noted that the XI selected by Cricbuzz includes four Indian stars who have anchored their team’s success during a busy calendar year.
Harsha Bhogle’s Test Team of 2025
Stylish top order
The opening pair have a mix of technique and talent. KL Rahul 813 runs in 19 innings, including three centuries, at an average of 45.2 secures his place after a prolific year. His partnership is unconventional Head of TravisBhogle was praised for his match-winning cameos in the Ashes, including a vital 120 against West Indies and consistent aggressive starts.
In third place is India’s Test captain Shubman GillFinishing 2025 as a leading contender for player of the year. Gill’s 983 runs highlighted by five centuries and a mammoth 269 against England made him an automatic choice.
Mid-level modern day greats
The middle row is the “who” of royalties. Joe Root continues his historic run and becomes the first player to surpass 6000 WTC runs. Scored big scores including 150 against India in 2025. He follows her Steve Smithtwin centuries (131 and 141) against Sri Lanka earlier in the year proved he remains a master of the format.
Ravindra Jadeja acts as an all-rounder first batsman. Although his bowling was steady, his batting reached new heights in 2025, averaging 63.7 and hitting five consecutive fifties during the tour of England.
Behind the roots, Alex Carey earned his place with both glove and bat. Carey had a career-best year with 743 runs at an average of 53, including a top score of 156. The only specialist spinner is a South African. Simon HarmerTerrified the ranks by taking 21 wickets, including two separate six-wicket hauls, in just two Tests against India in late 2025.
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Speed ​​battery: Fire and leadership
The bowling attack is led by Bhogle’s Test Player of the Year. Mitchell Starc. The left-hander had a “prime” year at age 35 and scored 55 goals, averaging 17.3. He joins her Pat Cumminshe not only took Australia to the WTC Final but also maintained an elite bowling figure of 16.53 in his outings. Bhogle also named Cummins as the captain of the team.
is to round off XI Muhammad Siraj. The Indian pacer has been rewarded for his tireless work ethic and his magnificent series against England, where he scored 23 wickets, often outshining his more senior peers thanks to his tenacity.
Harsha Bhogle’s Test Team of 2025: KL Rahul, Travis Head, Shubman Gill, Steve Smith, Joe Root, Ravindra Jadeja, Alex Carey (wk), Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (c), Mohammed Siraj, Simon Harmer
