IND vs ENG 4th Test 2025 – Old Trafford Insight

H1: IND vs ENG 4th Test 2025 – Match Report & Key Insights

H2: Context & Importance

• India tours England (June–August 2025) in a five-Test series as part of the ICC World Test Championship Wikipedia+15Wikipedia+15Cricbuzz+15.

• England lead 2‑1; India must win to force a decider.

• Old Trafford is famed for weather interruptions and seamer-friendly early conditions TalkSPORT+1The Economic Times+1The Times of India+6NDTV Sports+6TalkSPORT+6.

H2: Day 1 Summary & Scorecard

India Innings	R	B	4s/6s	Notes
Yashasvi Jaiswal	58	107	10/1	Steady opener The Indian ExpressThe Times of India
KL Rahul	46	98	4/0	Solid, but edged to Woakes The Indian Express
Sai Sudharsan	61	151	7/0	Maiden Test 50; pivotal knock The Indian ExpressCricbuzz
Shubman Gill (c)	12	23	1/0	Dismissed lbw by Stokes ReutersThe Indian Express
Rishabh Pant	37* (retired hurt)	–	–	Suffered foot injury TalkSPORTThe Guardian
Jadeja/Thakur*	19/19	–	–	Unbeaten at stumps

* At stumps, India 264/4 off 83 overs The Economic Times+15The Indian Express+15The Guardian+15.

H2: Key Moments

• Pant injury: Pant retired hurt after being struck on foot during reverse sweep. Taken off on buggy, the injury cloud overshadows India's momentum Wikipedia+3TalkSPORT+3The Guardian+3.

• England bounce back: Woakes, Dawson (in first Test in 8 years), and Stokes claimed 3 key wickets to stem India’s charge The Times of India+2Reuters+2The Times+2.

• Sudharsan’s resilience: Debutant showed temperament with a composed 61 and negated England’s pressure The Guardian+1Cricbuzz+1.

H2: Pitch & Weather – Battle Under Grey Skies

• Overcast and damp conditions early favored seam; moisture retained under covers was a key factor TalkSPORT+7The Economic Times+7The Indian Express+7.

• The forecast predicts showers throughout; expect interruptions and influence in early sessions The Times of India.

• Drying pitch later may bring spin into play, making Kuldeep Yadav's wrist-spin (if played) strategically important TalkSPORT+15The Economic Times+15The Indian Express+15.

H2: Lineups & Strategy

• India: Gill (c), Jaiswal, Rahul, Sudharsan, Pant (wk), Jadeja, Sundar/Thakur, Bumrah, Siraj, Kamboj (debut), Thakur. Injury to Pant is a concern espncricinfo.com+7The Indian Express+7The Indian Express+7.

• England: Stokes (c), Archer, Woakes, Dawson, Carse, Root, Brook, Pope, Duckett, Crawley, Smith (wk) The Times+3Cricbuzz+3The Indian Express+3.

H2: Broadcast & Live Streams

• In India, watch on Sky Sports Cricket; talkSPORT App and digital radio offer live commentary TalkSPORT.

• Overseas fans: talkSPORT’s YouTube channel has commentary by Harmison, Coney & Lloyd TalkSPORT.

• For live scores & ball-by-ball: Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo Wikipedia+2espncricinfo.com+2Wikipedia+2.

H2: Quick Facts Table

Aspect	Detail
Series Lead	England 2‑1
Venue	Old Trafford, Manchester
Day 1 Total	India 264/4 in 83 overs
Injury Concern	Pant (foot)
Forecast Impact	Significant rain early days
Debutant	Anshul Kamboj (India)
Crucial Spell	Stokes (2–47), Woakes, Dawson each grabbed 1

H2: What to Expect Next

1. Day 2 Seamer Battle: Overcast skies call for a tense morning session.

2. Pant Update: Monitor India’s medical update—his role hinges on scan report.

3. Spin Role: If the pitch dries, expect Jadeja/Kuldeep to step in.

4. England target: Early wickets can tilt momentum; India to aim for 350+.

5. Weather watch: Rain interruptions may constrain result chances.

H2: Internal & External Links

• Learn about the broader Indian tour of England 2025 in our detailed series preview.

• Read about India vs England WTC implications on ICC’s official site.

• Get historical context on Old Trafford pitch via Wikipedia – Old Trafford.

H2: FAQ – Instant Answers

Q1: Where can I watch IND vs ENG live?A1: Sky Sports Cricket in India; talkSPORT App & YouTube for commentary; live scores on Cricbuzz/ESPNcricinfo.

Q2: Did Pant get injured? Is he out?A2: Pant retired hurt on Day 1 after a foot strike; scans pending, and his availability for Day 2 is uncertain.

Q3: Will rain affect the game?A3: Yes—persistent showers and overcast skies forecast may interrupt play, especially early in the match.

Q4: Who impressed for England on Day 1?A4: Ben Stokes (2 wkts), Chris Woakes, and Liam Dawson (on comeback) stemmed India’s momentum.

Q5: Is this Test part of the WTC?A5: Yes—this 4th Test contributes to the 2025‑27 ICC World Test Championship cycle.

H3: Final Take

Day 1 showcased India’s grit—Jaiswal, Sudharsan, Rahul laid groundwork amid challenging, seamer-friendly conditions. Pant’s injury may shape India’s strategy. With weather looming, seamer battles loom large. Expect a tense, strategic Day 2.

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