England stayed on top in the 4th Test England vs India match of the India tour of England 2025, thanks to an excellent century from captain Ben Stokes and a massive first-innings total of 669. But India showed great fight on Day 4, with Shubman Gill and KL Rahul batting calmly to keep their hopes alive going into the final day.

England vs India, 4th Test Day 4

England Dominate First Half of the Day

England began Day 4 on 544/7 and added quick runs in the morning session. Captain Ben Stokes led the charge with a brilliant knock of 141. It was his first Test century in more than two years and came at a perfect time for his team. With this innings, he also crossed 7,000 Test runs and became the first England captain to score a century and take five wickets in the same match.

Brydon Carse supported well with 47 runs, helping England post a massive 669—all out. This is England’s fifth-highest total in Test history. India’s bowlers had a tough time, with Ravindra Jadeja being the most successful, taking 4 wickets for 143 runs.

England vs India, 4th Test Day 4 India in Big Trouble Early

Chasing a 311-run lead, India’s second innings got off to the worst possible start. Chris Woakes struck twice in his very first over, removing both openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan for 0. India were suddenly 0 for 2, and things looked really bad.

Gill and Rahul Fight Back

Just when England looked like they might wrap up the match early, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul showed great skill and patience. They played smart cricket, defended well, and slowly started building a partnership. Both batsmen looked in good form and kept the scoreboard ticking.

By the end of the day, they had put together an unbeaten 174-run stand. Gill finished the day on 78*, while Rahul was unbeaten on 87*. This was a record partnership for India after losing two wickets without scoring a run.

England vs India, 4th Test Day 4 England Still Ahead, But India Not Out Yet

Even though India still trails by 137 runs, this partnership has given them a real chance to save the match. Rain is expected on Day 5, which could help India avoid defeat. However, if England gets early wickets in the morning, they can still win the match and the series.

With one day to go, the match is finely balanced. England will be aiming to take quick wickets, while India will hope Gill and Rahul can continue their partnership and save the match.

England vs India, 4th Test Day 4 Match Summary

• England 1st Innings: 669 all out
  • Ben Stokes 141, Brydon Carse 47
  • Ravindra Jadeja 4/143
• India 2nd Innings: 174/2 at stumps Day 4
  • Shubman Gill 78*, KL Rahul 87*
  • Chris Woakes 2 wickets

source: espncricinfo.

What’s Next?

India will resume Day 5 needing to survive the full day or get past the 311-run mark to avoid an innings defeat. England will be confident, but the fight shown by Gill and Rahul means India still has a chance.

It all comes down to the final day at Old Trafford. Will England seal the series, or will India pull off a great escape?

Let’s see how it unfolds!

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