Cricket fans are in for a treat as Headingley in Leeds gears up to host the first Test between India and England on June 20, 2025. This famous ground, which has been Yorkshire County Cricket Club’s home since 1890, will kick off what’s shaping up to be an exciting 5-match series for the Pataudi Trophy. The 18,350-capacity venue has seen plenty of drama over the years, and this latest series running until August 4, 2025, promises to add more memorable moments to its collection.
From Don Bradman’s incredible batting displays to England’s stunning comeback against Australia in 1981, Headingley has always been a place where cricket magic happens. As both teams prepare for battle this summer, there’s no doubt that this historic ground will once again be at the center of some unforgettable cricket action, with India playing against England in the 1st Test of the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy.
Test Cricket Records at Headingley
Team Records
Record
Details
Year
Highest Team Total
Australia 653/4 declared vs England
1993
Lowest Team Total
West Indies 61 all out vs England
2000
Matches Played
79 Test matches
Since 1899
First Test Match
England vs Australia (Draw)
1899
Individual Batting Records
Record
Player
Score
Year
Opposition
Highest Individual Score
Sir Don Bradman (Australia)
334 not out
1930
England
Second Highest Score
John Edrich (England)
310 not out
1965
New Zealand
Third Highest Score
Don Bradman (Australia)
304
1934
England
Most Runs at Venue
Sir Don Bradman (Australia)
963 runs (average 192.60)
Career
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Most Centuries
Don Bradman & Geoffrey Boycott
4 centuries each
Career
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Special Achievements in Test Cricket
Don Bradman’s 309 runs in a single day (July 11, 1930) – most runs by any batsman in one day of Test cricket
114 Test centuries have been scored at Headingley
First Test century at Headingley: Stanley Jackson (England) vs Australia in 1905
Saqib Mahmood (England) & Mohammad Hasnain (Pakistan)
3 wickets each
2021
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The Hundred Format Records at Headingley
Headingley has hosted 16 matches in The Hundred format with the following key statistics:
Team Performance
First Batting Team Wins: 7 matches
Chasing Team Wins: 8 matches
Average Score: 285.87 runs per match
Strike Rate: 149.4
Scoring Records
Highest Score: 208
Lowest Score: 64
Total Boundaries: 593 (205 sixes, 388 fours)
Ground Information and Records Summary
Basic Details
Established: 1890
Capacity: 18,350 spectators
Location: St. Michael’s Lane, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire
Home Team: Yorkshire County Cricket Club
Historic Achievements
Don Bradman scored two Test triple-centuries at Headingley (309 in 1930 and 304 in 1934)
Venue of the famous 1981 Ashes Test where England beat Australia by 18 runs after following on
John Edrich also scored a Test triple hundred (310*) against New Zealand in 1965
Pitch Characteristics of Headingley Leeds
The pitch at Headingley is generally known to be bowler-friendly, especially for fast bowlers. It offers good seam and swing movement, particularly in the first innings. However, as the match progresses, the pitch settles down and becomes better for batting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the highest individual score ever made at Headingley?
A: Don Bradman holds the record with his legendary 334 not out against England in 1930. This innings included 309 runs scored in a single day, which remains the most runs ever scored by any batsman in one day of Test cricket. Bradman also scored another triple century (304) at Headingley in 1934.
Q2: When is the India vs England 1st Test at Headingley in 2025?
A: The first Test between India and England will be played at Headingley from June 20-24, 2025. This match will kick off the 5-match Test series for the Pataudi Trophy, with play starting at 11:00 AM local time each day.
Q3: How many international matches have been played at Headingley?
A: Headingley has hosted 78 Test matches since 1899, 45 ODI matches since 1973, and just 1 T20I match in 2021. The ground has also hosted 16 matches in The Hundred format, making it one of England’s most experienced international venues.
Q4: What are the pitch conditions like at Headingley Cricket Ground?
A: Headingley is known for being bowler-friendly, especially for fast bowlers in the early stages of a match. The pitch offers good seam and swing movement, particularly when there’s cloud cover. However, as the match progresses, the surface tends to settle down and becomes more favorable for batting.
Q5: Which player has scored the most runs at Headingley across all formats?
A: In Test cricket, Don Bradman leads with 963 runs at an incredible average of 192.60. In ODIs, England’s Eoin Morgan holds the record with 477 runs at an average of 59.62. For T20Is, Jos Buttler has the most runs with 59, though only one T20I has been played at the venue so far.
