IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 4 Live Updates: IND: 174/2 (2nd innings), Shubman Gill Surpasses Virat Kohli for Landmark Record as India Captain

India captain Shubman Gill has etched his name into the history books, overtaking Virat Kohli’s record for the most runs by an Indian captain in a Test series. On a challenging day at Old Trafford, Gill and KL Rahul staged a remarkable recovery after India were rocked early at 0/2, with both Yashasvi Jaiswal and B Sai Sudharsan dismissed for ducks in the opening over of the second innings.

The pair responded with resilient half-centuries, guiding India to 174/2 at Stumps and keeping the team’s hopes alive. India now trail England by 137 runs after the hosts posted a monumental 669—the highest Test total ever at the venue—powered by Ben Stokes’ brilliant 141. In addition to surpassing Kohli, Gill has also become the first Asian batter to score 650 runs in a single Test series in England.

India captain Shubman Gill has notched up a half-century and is closing in on Virat Kohli’s record for the most runs by an Indian skipper in a Test series. Alongside opener KL Rahul, Gill helped India recover from a disastrous start—0/2 in the very first over—to forge the highest-ever partnership following such a collapse. At the end of 55 overs, India are 150/2, trailing England by 161 runs.

Play has resumed in a crucial final session on Day 4 of the fourth Test between India and England. India are currently 102/2 after 38 overs, trailing England’s total by 209 runs as they look to close the gap in this pivotal encounter.

India captain Shubman Gill brought up a crucial half-century to steady the innings and inject hope for the visitors heading into Tea on Day 4 of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford. Supported by a determined KL Rahul, Gill helped India recover from a disastrous 0/2 start to reach 86/2 at the break. The visitors still trail England by 225 runs but have shown resilience in their fightback.

Shubman Gill has now registered the most runs by an Asian batter in a single Test series in England. He has scored in excess of 650 runs, going past Pakistan legend Mohammad Yousuf’s tally of 631 runs in 2006. He becomes the first Asian batter to score 650 runs in a series in England.  India have reached 68/2 after 22 overs, trailing England by 243 runs, with Gill and KL Rahul steadying the ship

India captain Shubman Gill survived a close LBW scare early in the second session and has since looked composed at the crease. India are 51/2 after 16 overs, still trailing England by 260 runs. Gill and KL Rahul now shoulder the responsibility of steadying the innings and keeping the series hopes alive.

India captain Shubman Gill narrowly escaped an LBW decision early in the second session on Day 4 of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford. India endured a dreadful start to their second innings, losing Yashasvi Jaiswal and B Sai Sudharsan for ducks in the opening over. At the end of 9 overs, India stood at 22/2, still trailing England by 289 runs.

India endured a nightmare start to their second innings on Day 4 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, losing Yashasvi Jaiswal and B Sai Sudharsan for zero in the opening over. Chris Woakes struck twice to leave India reeling at 1/2 after 3 overs, still trailing England by 310 runs. All eyes now rest on Shubman Gill to anchor a recovery.

Shubman Gill’s India were left reeling as England posted a mammoth 669 all out on Day 4 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, setting a 311-run lead. Ben Stokes starred with a gritty 141, following Joe Root’s 150, as England shattered the stadium’s all-time Test total record, surpassing Australia’s 656 from 1964.

England skipper Ben Stokes, who was forced to retire hurt on Day 3 due to cramps, returned on Day 4 to complete a determined 14th Test century against India at Old Trafford. He reached the milestone in 164 balls, anchoring England’s innings as they surged to 614/8 after 149 overs. With this, England extended their lead to 256 runs over India’s first-innings total of 358, putting the visitors under pressure. Jasprit Bumrah gave India their sole breakthrough in the opening hour under overcast skies in Manchester. However, it came with an unwanted milestone—this is the first time in his Test career that he has conceded over 100 runs in a single innings.

Jasprit Bumrah delivered an early breakthrough on Day 4 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford, dismissing Liam Dawson under overcast skies following a morning shower. With the wicket, England slipped to 579/8 after 142 overs, holding a 221-run lead over India.

Mohammed Siraj took the first over of the day as India resumed play in Manchester, while Jasprit Bumrah stands on the verge of a major achievement. The pace spearhead needs just two more wickets to surpass Ishant Sharma’s record of 51 Test wickets in England.

On Day 3 of the fourth Test in Manchester, England piled on 319 runs in a commanding batting display that could prove pivotal in the series. They ended the day at 544/7, with captain Ben Stokes unbeaten on 77 and Liam Dawson on 21*. Stokes returned to the crease after retiring earlier with cramps, showing remarkable determination. India will now rely heavily on Jasprit Bumrah to limit England’s lead and keep the contest within reach.

In the fourth Test at Old Trafford, England dominated because to outstanding performances from Ben Stokes and Joe Root. As inclement weather threatened the last day, their partnership and England’s excellent top order performance destroyed India’s bowlers. The atmosphere is in favour of the hosts heading into Day 4, with England leading by 186 and India behind.

Ahead of an important Day 4, the injuries have sparked worries about India’s attack. Mohammed Siraj also sustained a minor foot injury, and Jasprit Bumrah rolled his ankle on the stairs shortly before the second new ball. The bowling coach for India said that both pacers “seem okay,” but it is unclear if they will be available to bowl right away.

The fourth day of play will see a morning temperature of 20 degrees Celsius with a 47% chance of precipitation. Since the afternoon is predicted to be 20 degrees Celsius and the likelihood of precipitation will decrease from 47% to 45%, not much is anticipated to change.