Veteran top-order batter Cheteshwar Pujara believes that the upcoming five-match Test tour of England is a pivotal moment for Indian cricket, highlighting the young group of players selected for the series starting on June 20 in Headingley. India has a new skipper and vice-captain in Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, respectively, as the youthful side steps into a new era of Test cricket following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Historically, India has won only three out of 19 series in England, with the last victory occurring in 2007 under Rahul Dravid’s captaincy. “The India-England Test series has always been a true measure of a team’s grit and adaptability. In the last 100 years, India has managed to win only 3 out of 19 series played on English soil, which highlights just how challenging this contest has been for us. “With a young and dynamic squad, this tour represents a significant turning point for Indian cricket. I look forward to witnessing how this group rises to the occasion and sets new benchmarks for future generations,” said Pujara. Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford, and The Oval are the other venues for the remaining games of the India-England Test series. The series against Ben Stokes-led England also marks the start of a new ICC World Test Championship cycle for India. Irfan Pathan backed the Gill-led side to face the tough challengers they will encounter on the tour of England. “Test cricket in England is the ultimate examination of skill, temperament, and character. With a new generation stepping up, Team India is not just carrying forward a legacy—they are writing a new chapter in our cricketing history,” Pathan said. ‘Ground Tumhara, Jeet Hamari’ perfectly captures the fearless attitude and resilience of this squad. I am confident that this team has the talent and determination to take on the toughest challenges and inspire a new wave of fans across the country,” he added. With IANS Inputs