India vs England 4th Test Day 5 Highlights: Gill, Sundar, Jadeja Shine as India Hold England to Draw in Manchester

In a thrilling end to the India vs England 4th Test, Team India displayed grit and determination to hold England to a draw on Day 5 at Old Trafford, Manchester. Key performances from Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, and Ravindra Jadeja ensured that India avoided defeat after England’s aggressive push for a win. The match ended with India surviving the final day and keeping the five-match Test series alive.

Day 5 Recap: India’s Resilience on Display

Chasing a target of 374, India found themselves in a tight spot early in the day, but a solid partnership between Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar brought stability to the innings. Gill scored a confident 78, while Sundar’s patient 56 frustrated the English bowlers. Ravindra Jadeja played a crucial all-round role once again, chipping in with an unbeaten 44 to guide India to safety.

England’s Bowling Attack Led by Ben Stokes Falls Short

Despite captain Ben Stokes deploying attacking field placements and rotating his bowlers aggressively, the Indian middle order stood strong. England’s bowlers, including James Anderson and Mark Wood, tried extracting late movement from the pitch, but India’s batsmen were up to the challenge. The India national cricket team vs England cricket team match scorecard reflects a balanced performance, with both sides having their moments across the five days.

KL Rahul and Early Order Woes

India’s top order looked vulnerable once again, with KL Rahul falling early on Day 5. His dismissal raised concerns over India’s opening combination heading into the final Test of the series. However, the middle order’s resilience made up for the early stumbles and helped India stay in the contest.

Match Summary: England vs India Scorecard Snapshot

• England 1st Innings: 368
  
• India 1st Innings: 296
  
• England 2nd Innings: 302/6 declared
  
• India 2nd Innings: 286/6 (Match Drawn)
  

The India vs England match saw high-quality cricket throughout the five days, making it one of the most entertaining Tests of the 2025 series.

Looking Ahead: Final Test Crucial for Series Outcome

With this draw, the India vs England 2025 Test series remains open. Both teams will head into the fifth and final Test at The Oval with everything to play for. Fans can follow the England vs India live coverage to see who clinches the series.