Ravichandran Ashwin names best 5-a-side teams from India and England after 2025 Test series

After the exciting five-match Test series between India and England ended in a 2-2 draw, veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared his picks for the top five players from both sides. The series featured intense battles and high-quality cricket, leaving fans with plenty of memorable moments.

Both India and England showcased some exceptional individual performances. Batters stood tall under pressure, while bowlers delivered match-turning spells. From stunning centuries to game-changing bowling efforts, the series had everything a cricket lover could ask for. Ashwin highlighted players who made the biggest impact through their consistency and match-winning contributions.

Ashwin’s list reflected a fair balance of talent from both teams. His choices included players who stepped up during crucial stages of the series and played vital roles in shaping the final result. The former spinner’s insights added more value to an already unforgettable Test series between two top cricketing nations.

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Ashwin Picks 5 Impactful Players From Both Teams:

India: Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj

Trump Card: Washington Sundar

Ravichandran Ashwin selected five standout Indian players from the Test series: captain Shubman Gill, openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, and fast bowler Mohammed Siraj. Gill led the run charts with an impressive 754 runs, averaging over 75 and smashing four centuries.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul provided steady starts for India, scoring 411 and 532 runs respectively. Ravindra Jadeja stood out with the bat, collecting 516 runs at an outstanding average of 86, proving his value as a dependable all-rounder. Despite unfavourable bowling conditions, he still managed to pick up seven wickets, showing his value as a reliable all-rounder.

Mohammed Siraj led India’s bowling attack with great energy and consistency throughout the series. He played all matches and emerged as the top wicket-taker with 23 wickets, including a brilliant five-wicket haul in the final innings at The Oval, showcasing his match-winning abilities.

Ashwin also named Washington Sundar as a surprise package from India. The young off-spinning all-rounder impressed with both bat and ball, scoring 284 runs at an average of over 47 and claiming seven wickets in four games. His all-round contributions made him a valuable asset for the team during the hard-fought series.

England: Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Ben Stokes, Josh Tongue

Ravichandran Ashwin’s top England pick was none other than Joe Root, who stood out with his class and consistency. Root led England’s batting charts with 537 runs at an impressive average of over 67, which included three brilliant centuries. Ashwin also selected Harry Brook and Ben Duckett, both of whom were key contributors with the bat, combining for 943 runs and three centuries during the series.

Among his other choices was England captain Ben Stokes, who delivered a strong all-round performance by scoring 304 runs and taking 17 wickets in the first four Tests before an injury ruled him out of the final match. Ashwin’s final pick was fast bowler Josh Tongue, who made a big impact in just three matches, finishing with 19 wickets and proving his worth in the pace department.