India vs England 4th Test Match: The 2 nd day of the 4 th Test between India and England at Old Trafford, Manchester produced a lot of drama as the hosts at one stage took a firm hold of the Test match with a terrific praising out effort. India failed to withstand the pressure after playing well to put England to a decent total in the first innings and the main wickets fell at the crucial moments. Get all the Live Score, match updates, commentary and session analysis of India vs England 4th Test 2 nd day competition here.
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India vs England 4th Test Match – Key Highlights
England continued Day 2 at 302/6 with Ben Foakes and Chris Woakes on the crease. The two went further to raise the figure to over 350 in a back-fighting performance. The bowlers of India failed to score early wickets during the morning session. England eventually collapsed to a 358, which added much needed runs to change momentum.
- Ben Foakes 72 (148 balls) – Craftily put a stay on the innings
- Chris Woakes: 38 (62 balls) – Handy lower order hit
- Jasprit Bumrahh: 4/72 – Headed the bowling show
India’s Top Order Collapses Again
India started poorly in its response. The English seamers used the pitch to their advantage dismissing the two openers, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma in the first 10 overs. The top order of India was destroyed by sharp catch of Joe Root and scrupulous seam play of James Anderson.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: 12 (24 balls) C caught slip
- Rohit Sharma: 9 18 balls) LBW by Anderson
- Shubman Gill: 43 (89 balls) Lad: he looked good but was dismissed in a soft way
On Day 2, India were all out at 198/8 with a difference of 160 runs.
IND vs ENG 4th Test Live Score: Rishabh Pant Injury Old Trafford
The Rishabh Pant Injury will be considered as a major blow to India going into the second day of the fourth Test match in Manchester. With the reputation of being a game-changer, the loss of Pant might bring an expert change in the Indian batting strengths.
Although the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) spokesman has not released any official statement yet, early reports indicate that the injury will be very severe. Pant still must have been injured perhaps there are chances that he may not be able to play this Test and actually it might take him a few days to recover after which he can play.
Rahul & Jaiswal Build a Steady Start
The Indian openers, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal, came in with a half-expectant step. Against the new ball in trying English conditions they struck off cautiously, leaving balls off and turning round the strike intelligently
- KL Rahul passed the 1,000-run mark in England to demonstrate his experience.
- Jaiswal appeared technically where he could not fall prey to an early temptation.
Sai Sudharsan Impresses, Pant Injured
As the first order returned to the pavilion Sai Sudharsan, the debutant, stood up to the occasion. Neat and collected, he held the innings together, and made his first Test half-century (61 off 151). He put together a secure partnership with Rishabh Pant who appeared to be aggressive since the beginning. The two were in the process of taking the game away when a tragic moment happened.
Pant Injured: Pant tried to pull off a reverse sweep against Chris Woakes and was hit on the foot when trying to play a reverse sweep.
Injury Update Of Rishabh Pant
In the midst of a failed attack on Chris Woakes during three overs of reverses, Rishabh Pant got hit on the foot. The agony was immediately apparent, and he had to go off the field in the stretcher. The probability of having a fracture is indicated in early evaluations.
India Score In Test Match Day1: 264/4 – Game in the Balance
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s/6s |
|---|---|---|---|
| KL Rahul | 46 | 89 | 6/0 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 58 | 115 | 8/0 |
| Shubman Gill | 12 | 27 | 2/0 |
| Sai Sudharsan | 61 | 151 | 7/1 |
| Rishabh Pant | 37* | 47 | 6/1 |
| Jadeja | 19* | 33 | 2/0 |
| Extras | 31 | – | – |
| Total | 264/4 | 83 Overs | – |
Pant’s Sudden Injury
In the 73rd over, the disaster befell Rishabh Pant as he made an attempt to play a reverse sweep against Woakes only to be hit on the foot. He also dropped on the spot and was forced to retire injured. Straight away scans were ordered and sources feared a broken foot and this spread huge panic in the Indian camp.
The Injury to Rishabh Pant Old Trafford soon turned out to be one of the leading sports news.
Conclusion
There was a bit of stability, drama, and suspense on the first day of the India vs England 4th Test Match at Old Trafford. The quality hit by Jaiswal and Sudharsan and a decent closing by Jadeja-Thakur means that India will enter the second day on a positive note. Their success however, is clouded by the fact that Rishabh Pant got injured.
At this point, things have been close between the two sides and cricket lovers globally will be waiting to get which side will dominate on Day 2 of this much-needed game of the India Tour of England in 2025.
