The recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 between England and India turned out to be a run-fest, packed with some of the most memorable batting displays in recent Test history. While bowlers had their moments, it was largely the batters who stole the show across the five-match series. As the 45-day-long series draws to a close, we take a look at the top three run-getters who lit up the series with their extraordinary consistency and flair.
3. KL Rahul – 532 Runs
Innings: 10 | Average: 53.20 | Centuries: 2 | Fifties: 2
India’s top-order maestro, KL Rahul, was a key contributor throughout the series, finishing third on the run-scoring charts. The stylish right-hander accumulated 532 runs across ten innings, balancing elegance with resilience.
Rahul made his mark early in the series with a classy 137 at Leeds, showcasing his composure on a tricky fourth-day pitch, even though India couldn’t clinch the match. His form carried into Lord’s, where he notched up a pressure-laden 100, reviving India’s hopes in a tough situation.
In Edgbaston, during India’s victory, he chipped in with a crucial 55 in the second innings, anchoring the top order. Rahul rounded off his campaign with a gritty 90 at Old Trafford, ensuring India avoided defeat and stayed alive in the series.
2. Joe Root – 537 Runs
Innings: 9 | Average: 67.12 | Centuries: 3 | Fifties: 1
Former England captain Joe Root once again underlined his class in home conditions, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer with 537 runs in nine innings.
He began the series on a confident note with an unbeaten 53 at Headingley*, steering England to a 1-0 lead. His innings of 104 at Lord’s further boosted England’s position in the series, handing them a 2-1 lead at the time.
Root’s standout performance came in Manchester, where he compiled a magnificent 150, anchoring England’s first innings in a match that ended in a draw. He capped off the series with another ton – a fine 105 in the final Test. To add to his achievements, Root also surpassed Ricky Ponting to become the second-highest run-scorer in Test history during this series.
1. Shubman Gill – 754 Runs
Innings: 10 | Average: 75.40 | Centuries: 4
Leading from the front in his first full Test series as captain, Shubman Gill delivered a performance for the ages. The young Indian skipper topped the charts with a staggering 754 runs, including four centuries, at an average of 75.40.
Gill began with a stunning 147 in his maiden innings as captain, batting at No. 4. In the second Test at Edgbaston, he produced a career-defining performance, scoring a monumental 269 in the first innings followed by 161 in the second, almost single-handedly winning the match for India.
He didn’t stop there — at Old Trafford, he struck 103 in the second innings, rescuing India from a tricky situation and ensuring a crucial draw. Gill’s dominant run not only secured him the top spot on the run-scorers list but also solidified his reputation as one of the finest young batters in world cricket.
Final Thoughts
The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 will be remembered for its high-octane batting battles and unforgettable individual efforts. While bowlers played their part, it was the batsmen — especially Gill, Root, and Rahul — who turned the series into a classic. Their ability to adapt, lead, and dominate defined the tone of one of the most memorable Test series in recent history.
