From blazing spells to quiet devastations, these five have carved their names into the fabric of this fierce English summer
The 2025 India-England Test series has been a fierce contest. With England leading 2-1 as the fourth Test unfolds at Old Trafford, the figures do more than just tell a story-they celebrate resilience, redemption, and raw pace. While batters have taken centre stage with record-breaking knocks, India's bowling attack has carried out vital work behind the scenes, often on challenging English pitches.
This isn't just about wickets-it's about when they fell, how they did, and what they signified. These five Indian bowlers have shaped the story, not only with their statistics but also with spells that altered the flow of sessions, days, and entire Tests.
Siraj entered the series quietly, but he's led the charge with an engine that refuses to stop. His 6/70 in the first innings at Edgbaston was not just a career-best—it was the decisive blow that dismissed England for 407 and gave India a decent lead.
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Bowling second after India's massive 587, Siraj shattered the top order and secured India's first Test win at this venue. He also took vital wickets in the first innings at Lord's, even though India lost by 22 runs.
Bumrah may not have played every Test, but when he has, he's been lethal. In the first Test at Headingley, he took 5/83 in England's first innings, dismissing both the English openners during his first spell that kept India alive in a match that slipped away in the final innings.
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He repeated the feat at Lord's, claiming 5/74 in the first innings, restricting England to 387. Bumrah's unmatched control, especially with the new ball under overcast skies, has made him India's most effective bowler this tour. His 21.00 average stands out—he hasn't leaked runs, and he hasn't let moments slip away.
The wildcard. Akash Deep walked into Edgbaston as a rookie and left a record-breaker. His 6/99 in England's second innings secured a historic victory for India and made him the second Indian paceman ever to reach a 10-wicket haul in England.
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Though sometimes costly, his 4.28 economy rate highlights the risk-reward balance—he has been India's most reliable option for breakthroughs in the middle order.
Krishna's series has been quite varied. He's bowled quickly—often hitting 145 km/h—though he has struggled with control and length.
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His 3/128 at Headingley came on a flat pitch with minimal assistance, and he bowled bravely without much reward. His high economy rate (5.33) has often relieved pressure after strong spells from Bumrah or Siraj.
You wouldn't expect spinners to dominate in England—but Sundar did, at Lord's of all places. His 4/22 in the second innings nearly turned the match around, running through England's middle order on Day 4 when Root looked poised to lead them home.
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Used sparingly in the series, he's been a surprising weapon on slowish surfaces late in matches. When the pitch has even slightly gripped, Sundar has made it count, with flight, dip, and intelligence.
