India vs England: Top 5 Most Memorable Test Matches

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IND vs ENG 2nd Test, 2012, Mumbai

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IND vs ENG 1st Test, 2008, Chennai

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IND vs ENG 3rd Test, 1985, Kolkata

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IND vs ENG 5th Test, 1952, Chennai

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India vs England: Top 5 Most Memorable Test Matches

India vs England: Top 5 Most Memorable Test Matches

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England Tour of India

IND vs ENG 2nd Test, 2012, Mumbai

IND vs ENG 2nd Test, 2012, Mumbai

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IND vs ENG 1st Test, 2008, Chennai

IND vs ENG 1st Test, 2008, Chennai

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IND vs ENG 2nd Test, 2021, Lord's

IND vs ENG 2nd Test, 2021, Lord's

IND vs ENG 3rd Test, 1985, Kolkata

IND vs ENG 3rd Test, 1985, Kolkata

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IND vs ENG 5th Test, 1952, Chennai

IND vs ENG 5th Test, 1952, Chennai

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