The final match of the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy will unfold at Kennington Oval in London, with the fifth Test set to begin on July 31 (Thursday).
England lead the series 2-1, but India head into this decider with renewed confidence after their superb fightback in the fourth Test at Old Trafford, where they batted over 140 overs in their second innings to secure a dramatic draw.
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As the countdown begins for the Oval Test, the focus also shifts to India's historical performances at this ground. While results have been mixed, this venue holds a few fond memories for Indian cricket fans.
How has India performed in Tests at The Oval over the years?
In 15 Tests played at this ground since their first appearance in 1936, India have won 2 and lost 6 matches:
| Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 2 | 6 | 7 |
While they’ve only won twice, many of the games here have ended in draws. Their first victory came in 1971, a historic moment under Ajit Wadekar, and the second in 2021, thanks to Rohit Sharma's maiden overseas Test hundred.
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India’s Test results at The Oval- Match by match breakdown
Here’s a look at how India have fared at the Oval in each Test match they’ve played at this historic ground:
| Year | Outcome | Result Margin |
|---|---|---|
| 1936 | Lost | By 9 wickets |
| 1946 | Draw | - |
| 1952 | Draw | - |
| 1959 | Lost | Innings & 27 runs |
| 1971 | Won | By 4 wickets |
| 1979 | Draw | - |
| 1982 | Draw | - |
| 1990 | Draw | - |
| 2002 | Draw | - |
| 2007 | Draw | - |
| 2011 | Lost | Innings & 8 runs |
| 2014 | Lost | Innings & 244 runs |
| 2018 | Lost | By 118 runs |
| 2021 | Won | By 157 runs |
| 2023 | Lost (vs Aus) | By 209 runs |
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What happened when India last faced England at The Oval?
The last time India took on England at this venue was in 2021, and it turned out to be one of their most memorable wins in England.
The visitors had a tough start, posting only 191 in the first innings, but made a stunning comeback in the second innings to post 466, setting a target of 368.
Rohit Sharma led the charge with a sublime century while Pujara, Pant, and Thakur chipped in with half-centuries.
On the bowling front, India’s pacers came together to bowl England out for 210, sealing their second win at The Oval.