The fourth Test match played between India and England at Old Trafford in Manchester ended in a thrilling draw. England, batting first, posted a formidable score of 669 runs, establishing a b grip on the match.
Sports News: While the fourth Test match between India and England concluded in a draw, this match will always be remembered in cricket history for India's historic achievements. At Old Trafford, Team India accomplished something no other team has managed in 141 years of Test cricket history. In this match, India scored over 350 runs in both innings, breaking Australia's 100-year-old record and setting a new world record.
Historic Performance by Indian Batsmen
In the first innings of this Test, India scored 358 runs, while England's first innings score was 669 runs. Despite this significant lead, India did not give up and made a brilliant comeback in the second innings, led by captain Shubman Gill (103 runs). Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar scored unbeaten centuries, forging an unbroken partnership of 203 runs.
India finished their second innings at 425/4, resulting in a draw. This partnership was not only crucial in saving the match but also propelled India to a historic milestone.
First Time in Test History: 350+ Score in Both Innings
A total of 86 Test matches have been played at Old Trafford in Manchester, but this is the first time a team has scored more than 350 runs in both innings. No other team had achieved this feat before. For the first time in 141 years, a team has achieved this unique accomplishment on this historic ground. With the Manchester Test ending in a draw, India also set a record for scoring 350+ runs the most times in a series.
India scored 350+ six times in the current series.
Previously, this record was held by Australia, who had
- Scored 350+ six times against England in 1920-21.
- Scored 350+ six times on English soil in 1948 and 1989.
- But now Team India has changed history, and this record belongs entirely to Indian cricket.
India's Performance – England Series 2025
- Leeds Test: First Innings – 471 runs, Second Innings – 364 runs
- Edgbaston Test: First Innings – 587 runs, Second Innings – 427/6 (declared)
- Third Test: First Innings – 387 runs, Second Innings – 170 runs
- Fourth Test: First Innings – 358 runs, Second Innings – 425/4 runs
India has consistently delivered excellent batting performances in this series, which has not only put pressure on the opposition but also broken several records. Shubman Gill's captaincy is being widely praised. His calm demeanor and aggressive strategy have pulled the team out of difficult situations.
