India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Highlights: Pant Injured, India Posts 264/4 at Stumps
India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Highlights: Steady Batting and a Scare for Pant
Match: 4th Test – India Tour of England 2025
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
Date: July 23, 2025
Toss: England won the toss and chose to bowl
Series Status: England leads 2-1
🏏 Day 1 Recap: India Posts 264/4 After 83 Overs
India wrapped up Day 1 of the 4th Test against England with a solid 264/4 on the board, riding on a gritty performance by young batters and a few steady partnerships. Despite early breakthroughs by England’s seamers, India managed to maintain a decent run rate on a pitch that offered variable bounce.
🧨 Key Highlights – India Batting First
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Yashasvi Jaiswal set the tone with a composed 58 off 107 balls, including 10 boundaries and a six.
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Sai Sudharsan impressed again with a patient 61 off 151, showcasing solid technique in testing conditions.
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KL Rahul looked confident during his 46 off 98 before falling to Woakes.
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Shubman Gill, the stand-in captain, couldn’t make a big impact and was dismissed for 12.
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Ravindra Jadeja (19)* and Shardul Thakur (19)* ended the day unbeaten, stabilizing after a few quick wickets.
⚠️ Rishabh Pant Injury Update
One of the most concerning moments came during the final session when Rishabh Pant was retired hurt on 37 off 48 balls.
While trying to execute a reverse sweep, Pant missed the ball, which then struck him hard on the foot, leaving him in visible pain. Medical staff rushed in, and he had to leave the field after initial treatment. He had already hit 2 boundaries and a six before the unfortunate incident.
Current status: The team physio confirmed it’s a precautionary step. A full medical report will be shared before Day 2. His availability to bat again remains uncertain.
🧮 India Scorecard – Day 1
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Status |
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| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 58 | 107 | 10 | 1 | c Brook b Dawson |
| KL Rahul | 46 | 98 | 4 | 0 | c Crawley b Woakes |
| Sai Sudharsan | 61 | 151 | 7 | 0 | c Carse b Stokes |
| Shubman Gill (C) | 12 | 23 | 1 | 0 | lbw b Stokes |
| Rishabh Pant (WK) | 37 | 48 | 2 | 1 | Retired Hurt |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 19 | 37 | 3 | 0 | Not Out |
| Shardul Thakur | 19 | 36 | 2 | 0 | Not Out |
Extras: 12 (NB 2, W 4, LB 6)
Total: 264/4 in 83 overs
🥎 England Bowling Overview
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
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| Chris Woakes | 17 | 4 | 43 | 1 | 2.53 |
| Jofra Archer | 16 | 2 | 44 | 0 | 2.75 |
| Brydon Carse | 16 | 1 | 60 | 0 | 3.75 |
| Ben Stokes | 14 | 2 | 47 | 2 | 3.36 |
| Liam Dawson | 15 | 1 | 45 | 1 | 3.00 |
| Joe Root | 5 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 3.80 |
📉 Fall of Wickets
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94/1 – KL Rahul (30.0 ov)
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120/2 – Yashasvi Jaiswal (40.1 ov)
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140/3 – Shubman Gill (49.1 ov)
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235/4 – Sai Sudharsan (73.5 ov)
🔎 What to Watch on Day 2
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Will Pant return to bat, or will India have to rely solely on Jadeja and the lower order?
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Can England strike early with the new ball on a fresh pitch?
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India’s aim will be to cross 350+, giving the bowlers enough cushion.
📢 Final Thoughts
India’s Day 1 performance was steady if not spectacular. With promising knocks from the top order and a scare from Pant’s injury, the match is finely poised. England, already leading the series 2-1, will aim to bounce back strong on Day 2 with early wickets.
Stay tuned for Day 2 updates and Pant’s injury status as India continues its battle in the crucial 4th Test at Old Trafford.