The first official Test match in India was played against England from 15–18 December 1933 at the Bombay Gymkhana ground. Captained by C.K. Nayudu, India played their first-ever home Test in this historic match, though England won by 9 wickets.
Key Details of the Match:
Venue: Bombay Gymkhana, Mumbai (then Bombay).
Opponent: England.
Date: 15–18 December 1933.
Result: England won by 9 wickets.
Significance: This was the first of a three-match series, cementing India's place in international cricket following their debut in 1932.
While India played their first-ever Test match in 1932 in England, the 1933 Bombay match marked the beginning of international cricket on Indian soil.
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