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The India men's national cricket team, also known as Men in Blue.

Updated On: Aug 14 2025 | 6:41 PM IST
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The India men's national cricket team, also known as Men in Blue, represents India in international cricket. It is governed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
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The team has played 594 Test matches, winning 183, losing 186, with 224 draws and 1 tie. As of August 2025, India is ranked fourth in the ICC Men's Test Team Rankings with 107 rating points. 
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India have played in two of the three World Test Championship finals, finishing runners-up in 2021 and 2023, while finishing third in 2025.
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First Published: Aug 14 2025 | 6:41 PM IST

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