🏏 India vs England Today Match – 4th Test 2025 at Old Trafford: Live Updates, Pitch Report & Highlights
Cricket fans around the globe are eagerly watching the much-anticipated clash between India and England in the 4th Test of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy being played at the historic Old Trafford in Manchester from July 23–27, 2025.
📍 Match Overview:
- Series: Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy (5-Test Series)
- Match: 4th Test – India Tour of England 2025
- Date: July 23–27, 2025
- Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
- Time: 3:30 PM IST (11:00 AM Local)
🏏 Toss Update:
England won the toss and surprisingly chose to bowl first—a bold move considering Old Trafford's history where batting first has often yielded results.
🔍 Pitch Report:
The pitch at Old Trafford traditionally assists pace bowlers on Day 1 with seam movement due to moisture and overcast conditions. Spinners might come into play from Day 3 onward. With persistent cloud cover, the decision to bowl first could work in England’s favor if their bowlers capitalize early.
👥 Playing XI
India:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- KL Rahul
- Virat Kohli
- Shubman Gill
- Rishabh Pant (wk)
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Axar Patel
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Siraj
- Mukesh Kumar
- Kuldeep Yadav
England:
- Ben Duckett
- Zak Crawley
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Ben Stokes (c)
- Jonny Bairstow (wk)
- Chris Woakes
- Mark Wood
- James Anderson
- Liam Dawson
📊 Match Situation (Day 1 Mid-Session Update)
India opened cautiously with Rahul and Jaiswal showing good technique against the new ball. However, Chris Woakes broke the stand by dismissing Rahul for 46. Jaiswal looked fluent before falling to Dawson on 58.
Score at Lunch (Day 1):
India – 113/2 (35 Overs)
🌦️ Weather Report:
- Overcast skies throughout Day 1
- 40% chance of rain interruptions
- Temperature: ~18°C
- Swing and seam expected to dominate the early session
🏆 Series Standing Before 4th Test:
England currently lead the 5-match series 2–1. With India winning the 3rd Test at Headingley convincingly, the visitors will be looking to square the series here in Manchester and push the decider to The Oval.
📺 Where to Watch Live
| Country | TV Channel / App |
|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network / JioCinema |
| UK | Sky Sports Cricket |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV / ESPN+ |
| Australia | Fox Cricket |
| Online | SonyLIV, FanCode, Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo (score updates) |
🔥 Key Battles to Watch
- Bumrah vs Root: Two masters of their trade — Bumrah's reverse swing vs Root’s calm composure.
- Anderson’s farewell: This could be James Anderson’s final Test at his home ground – expect fireworks.
- Kohli’s comeback: After a lean patch, Virat Kohli is due for a big one.
🧠 Expert Insight:
Former players like Michael Vaughan and Sunil Gavaskar have pointed out that India’s strength lies in its spin trio, while England’s aggressive approach under Bazball might backfire in bowler-friendly conditions.
The India vs England 4th Test promises drama, grit, and world-class cricketing action. With the series on the line, both teams will leave no stone unturned to dominate at Old Trafford. Stay tuned for daily updates, highlights, and in-depth analysis!
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