India pulled off a stunning draw in Manchester. Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja saved the day. Both hit amazing centuries in the 4th Test match. It kept the series alive against England at the Old Trafford Test 2025. The game started badly for India. They were 0 for 2 and far behind. England scored a huge 669 runs first. But India fought back with a batting fight.
KL Rahul and Shubman Gill set the stage. Then, Washington and Jadeja took over. Their centuries turned the match around. Fans loved their players’ grit and teamwork.
Now, the series is 2-1 to England. The final Test will decide it all. Want more exciting cricket? Check out India vs New Zealand. This match showed India’s never-give-up spirit.
Washington and Jadeja’s Centuries Turn the Tide
Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja were awesome. They scored centuries in this Test match. India was in big trouble early. Their batting saved the game.
Washington made 100 runs, his first in Tests. Jadeja scored 107, his fifth Test century. They batted together for a long time. England’s bowlers couldn’t stop them, after an upset against Zimbabwe.
Washington usually bats lower down. This time, he batted at No. 5. He hit a six off Ben Stokes. Then, he pulled a four to reach fifty.
Jadeja was dropped on his first ball. He made England regret it big time. His sword dance came out at fifty. He loves playing in England.
Their partnership added 100 runs. It gave India a small lead. England’s bowling struggle was clear. The pitch didn’t help them much.
This was a huge moment for India. It showed their team effort and fight. For more on Jadeja’s skills, see Virat Kohli’s Test Love. The draw kept the series alive.
Fans cheered loud for these cricket heroes. India’s spirit shone through. The final Test will be thrilling!
Rahul and Gill Fight Time Like Champs
Batting for a draw is super tough. India had to face five sessions. KL Rahul and Shubman Gill started strong. They battled time and England’s bowlers, like sri lanka.
Rahul scored 90 runs with focus. Gill made 103, his second Test century. They stayed calm and batted long. This tired out England’s attack.
Time moves slow in a Test match like this. You can’t rush or lose focus. Rahul and Gill took it step-by-step. They faced over 200 balls each.
India’s coaches helped a lot. Gautam Gambhir knows how to bat long. Sitanshu Kotak has done it too. They guided the team well.
The pair ran smart between wickets. They kept the score moving slowly. Their batting fight set up the draw. See more battles at India vs England.
England tried everything to break them. But Rahul and Gill stayed solid. Their player grit was key. It gave Washington and Jadeja a chance.
This showed India’s team effort. They didn’t give up. The match ended in a draw. Fans loved their hard work!
India vs England – Old Trafford Test Milestones & Records
| Stat Category | Record / Milestone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 350+ scores in series | 7 times (most by any team in a series) |
| 300+ scores in series | 7 times (first time by India) | |
| Shubman Gill | Hundreds in a series | 4 (tied with Gavaskar, Kohli) |
| Captain with 4 100s in series | Third after Bradman and Gavaskar | |
| 100s in England series | Joint-most with Bradman (4) | |
| Runs in series | 722 (3rd most for India in series) | |
| Captain’s series runs | Joint 5th highest all-time | |
| KL Rahul | Third-wicket stand | 188 with Gill (after 0/2 start) |
| Balls faced in partnership | 417 (longest Indian stand in England since 1998) | |
| Series runs | 511 (2nd most by Indian opener in England after Gavaskar – 542 in 1979) | |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 50+ scores in England | 9 (joint-most at No. 6 or lower with Sobers) |
| 1000+ runs at No. 6/lower | 1000+ (Only Sobers also did it in England) | |
| All-round record | 1000+ runs & 34 wickets in England | |
| Left-Hand Batters | Fifties in match | 5 Indians: Jaiswal, Sudharsan, Pant, Sundar, Jadeja |
| Total LHB fifties (match) | 7 (including Stokes, Duckett – most in a Test match) | |
| Team Batting | 400+ runs by 4 players | Gill, Rahul, Pant, Jadeja – first time for India |
| Most batters 50+ (match) | 12 total; 7 by India (joint-most for India) | |
| Historical comparison | Only Pakistan had 8 fifties in a match (vs India, 2006) |
England’s Bowlers Stumble on Tricky Pitch
England’s bowlers had a rough time. The Manchester pitch was flat. It didn’t move or bounce much. This made their bowling struggle worse.
Ben Stokes bowled hard but got nothing. Jofra Archer dropped Jadeja early. That mistake hurt them a lot. They couldn’t take wickets fast.
Spinners Liam Dawson and Joe Root tried too. The pitch didn’t spin as hoped. India’s batsmen handled them easily. England needed more luck.
Fielders missed chances to help bowlers. Zak Crawley dropped a catch. This let India build big partnerships. The bowlers looked tired by the end.
The pitch stayed good for batting. It didn’t break up like England wanted. India took advantage of this. Their batting fight won the day.
For more tough bowling days, see Australia vs South Africa. England still leads 2-1. They’ll need to fix things fast. India’s draw gave them hope.
Fans saw England’s attack falter. India’s cricket heroes stood tall. The final Test will be a big challenge!
Big Moments That Saved India
India had some huge moments in this Test match. Rahul and Gill’s 188-run stand was key. It gave India a fighting chance. Their player grit was amazing.
Washington’s first Test century was special. He stepped up at No. 5. Jadeja’s 107 included a six off Brook. He hit 1,000 runs in England too.
A dropped catch of Jadeja changed everything. England couldn’t recover from that. These moments made the draw happen. For more big plays, check India vs Zimbabwe. India’s team effort shone bright!
Batting & Partnership Records – India vs England, 5th Test (Old Trafford)
| Category | Record / Achievement |
|---|---|
| 350+ Totals by India in Series | 7 — Most by any team in a Test series (prev. best: Australia – 6) |
| 300+ Totals by India in Series | 7 — First time India crossed 300 seven times in a series |
| Shubman Gill – Hundreds in Series | 4 — Joint-most by an Indian (Gavaskar 1971 & 78-79, Kohli 2014-15) |
| Gill – As Captain | 4 100s — Only Bradman (1947-48) & Gavaskar (1978-79) did the same |
| Gill – In England | Joint-most 100s in an England Test series (with Bradman – 4 in 1930) |
| Gill – Runs in Series | 722 — 2nd most for India in a Test series (Gavaskar – 774 in 1971) |
| Captain – Most Runs in Series | 722 — Joint 5th highest ever for a captain in a series |
| KL Rahul – Runs in Series | 511 — 2nd most by an Indian opener in England (after Gavaskar – 542 in 1979) |
| Rahul – Opener with 500+ Runs | First visiting opener with 500+ since Graeme Smith (714 in 2003) |
| Gill-Rahul Partnership | 188 runs (417 balls) — Highest 3rd wicket stand after being 0/2 |
| Longest IND Partnership in ENG | 417 balls — Longest since 1998 |
| 400+ IND Batters in Series | 4 — Gill, Rahul, Pant, Jadeja — first such instance for India in a Test series |
All-round & Match-Wide Records – India vs England, 5th Test (Old Trafford)
| Category | Record / Achievement |
|---|---|
| Jadeja – 50+ Scores in England | 9 — Joint-most by a visiting No.6/lower batter (Garfield Sobers also 9) |
| Jadeja – All-round in England | 1000+ runs & 34 wickets — Only Rhodes & Sobers have more wickets + 1000+ runs in a country |
| LHBs with 50+ Scores (India) | 5 — Jaiswal, Sudharsan, Pant (1st inns); Sundar, Jadeja (2nd inns) |
| Previous LHB Record (Team in Test) | 5 — Australia vs Sri Lanka, Hobart 2012 |
| LHBs with 50+ Scores (Total Match) | 7 — Most in a Test match (including Duckett, Stokes) |
| 50+ Scores (Total Batters) | 12 — Joint-2nd most in a Test match (Record: 13 – SA vs ENG, Durban 1939) |
| Indian Batters with 50+ Scores | 7 — Joint-most for India in a Test (Record: Pakistan 8 vs IND, Karachi 2006) |
Conclusion
India’s draw in Manchester was incredible. Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja were stars. Their centuries stopped England’s win. It was a big match draw moment.
Rahul and Gill fought hard too. The whole team showed player grit. This kept the series alive at 2-1. The final Test will be a nail-biter.
England’s bowling struggle gave India a chance. The flat pitch helped the batsmen. Fans loved this exciting Test match. It showed cricket’s fun and drama.
Who will win the series? We’ll find out soon. For more action, see South Africa vs New Zealand. India’s fightback was super cool. Tell us your favourite player below.
