India vs England 4th Test 2025: Shubman Gill, Jadeja Lead Brave Fightback in Manchester

From Chaos to Comeback – India’s Test Spirit Lights Up Manchester

Test cricket isn’t just a game, it’s a drama that unfolds over five days, with a rhythm of its own. Every ball carries a heartbeat, and every session swings like a pendulum between despair and glory. And nowhere was this more evident than the 4th Test between India and England at Old Trafford.

Coming into this match, England led the series 2–1. The pressure on India was intense. This wasn’t just about runs or wickets anymore, it was about pride, resilience, and staying alive in a fiercely fought series. The stakes were sky high.

And when India lost two wickets without a run on the board in their second innings, most would’ve thought the match was already over. But what followed was something that’ll be etched in the hearts of cricket fans forever, a stunning fightback led by Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar.

They didn’t just bat, they resisted. They absorbed the blows, blocked out the noise, and batted England out of time and ideas. Over 150 overs of pure Test match grit. And by the time the sun set on Day 5, the scoreboard didn’t just reflect a draw, it reflected India’s spirit.

This blog breaks down that monumental Test at Manchester, recaps the first three Tests of the series, dives deep into the turning points, and gives you a look ahead at the 5th and final Test. Buckle up this was Test cricket at its absolute best.

India vs England Test Series 2025: Overview & First Three Tests

The five match Test series in England has been nothing short of gripping. With Rohit Sharma retired and Shubman Gill wearing the Indian Test captaincy, India and England have traded blows in a seesaw battle:

1st Test (Lord’s): England won convincingly, setting the tone for the series (see our India vs England Test Series 2025 1st Test review).
2nd Test (Edgbaston): India roared back with a dominant 336 run victory, underlining their ability to bounce back (see our see our India vs England Test Series 2025 2nd Test review).
3rd Test (Lord’s): A close thriller went England’s way by just 22 runs (India vs England Test Series 2025 3rd Test review)

With the series at 1–2 in favor of England , the 4th Test at Old Trafford became a defining moment.

India vs England 4th Test, Manchester – Match Result & Summary

Match Details	Summary
Venue / Dates	Old Trafford, Manchester July 23 to 27, 2025
Result	Draw
Series Status	England lead 2–1

England piled up a massive 669 in their 1st innings, powered by centuries from Ben Stokes (141) and Joe Root (150), their 5th highest Test total at Old Trafford.

India vs England 4th Test : Innings by Innings Breakdown

India 1st Innings – 358 All Out

India was put to bat first after loosing the toss and scored 358, led by stalwart efforts from the middle and lower order. Chris Woakes and Ben Stokes were the pick of England’s bowlers.

Best Performances :

Batting :

Sai Sudarshan : 61 (151)

Yashasvi Jaiswal : 58 (107)

Bowling :

Ben Stokes : 5 – 72

Jofra Archer : 3 – 73

England 1st Innings – 669 All Out

Stokes and Root put India under immense pressure. Root’s knock made him the second highest run scorer in Test history, surpassing Ricky Ponting. England’s large total left India trailing by 311 runs.

Best Performances :

Batting :

Joe Root : 150 (248)

Ben Stokes : 141 (198)

Bowling :

Ravindra Jadeja : 4 – 143

Jasprit Bhumrah & Washington Sundar : 2 wickets each

India 2nd Innings – From 0/2 to 425/4 (Draw Saved)

On Day 4, India slumped to 0/2, Jaiswal and Sudharsan departing for ducks early. In came Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, who stitched a phenomenal 174 run unbeaten stand, reducing the deficit and batting into Day 5.

The final day belonged to Gill, Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar. Gill notched his fourth century of the series, while Jadeja and Sundar both scored unbeaten centuries in a heroic rescue job, batting through nearly 150 overs to secure a draw.

Best Performances :

Batting :

Shubhman Gill : 103 (238)

Ravindra Jadeja : 107 (185)

Washington Sundar : 101 (206)

KL Rahul : 90 (230)

Bowling :

Chris Wokes : 2 – 67

Jofra Archer & Ben Stokes : 1 wicket each

India vs England 4th Test : Heroic Performances & Key Moments

Shubman Gill, as captain, forged his fourth hundred of the series, making history as the first Asian captain to exceed 700 Test runs in England.
KL Rahul supported impeccably with a composed 90 to stabilize the ship at 0/2 to 174/2 partnership.
Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar batted with unshakable resolve, both unbeaten centuries in the second innings, frustrating England across two days of play .
Ben Stokes delivered a brilliant all round show of 141 with the bat and a crucial five wicket haul (5/72), his first fifer since 2017.

Series Score & What’s at Stake

After four Tests, the ledger stands at:

England: 2 wins
India: 1 win (plus this drawn Test)
Series: England lead 2–1

India’s dramatic draw keeps alive their ambition for a series levelling victory in the final showdown at The Oval.

Preview: 5th & Final Test at The Oval

Start Date: July 31, 2025
Scenario: England need a draw to clinch series. India must win to level the series 2–2.
Key: India’s momentum, England’s bowling selections, pitch reading, and Batting resilience, especially under pressure will define this decider.

India vs England 4th Test: Conclusion

What seemed headed for a series defining England win transformed into a testament of Indian grit. From 0/2 to 425/4, India showed heart, character, and belief. Gill, Rahul, Jadeja, and Sundar rewrote the script and kept the series alive. The Oval Test now becomes a high stakes battle that cricket fans will not want to miss.

India vs England 4th Test : FAQs

Q: Who were the centurions in the 4th Test?
A: Shubman Gill (4th of the series), Ravindra Jadeja (unbeaten), and Washington Sundar (unbeaten).

Q: Who scored the fifties in the 1st innings?
A: India posted 358 total with key contributions from middle & lower order; England made 669, led by Stokes and Root.

Q: What’s the current series score?
A: England lead 2–1 with one final Test to go.

Q: When & where is the series decider?
A: The final Test begins July 31 at The Oval.

Q: Can India still win the series?
A: No, But India must win the 5th Test to level the series at 2–2.

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