
England complete their second-highest successful chase in Tests
England have successfully chased down a target of 371, their second-highest in a fourth innings chase and the second-highest against India. This is the 14th successful 350+ chase in Tests, with three of those coming at Headingley.
Highest chases by England
Target | Opposition | Venue | Season |
---|---|---|---|
378 | Ind | Edgbaston | 2022 |
371 | Ind | Headingley | 2025 |
359 | Aus | Headingley | 2019 |
332 | Aus | MCG | 1928/29 |
315 | Aus | Headingley | 2011 |
305 | NZ | Hagley Oval | 1996/97 |
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