The fourth Test match between England and India concluded as a draw at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester during India's 2025 tour of England. The match featured dominant batting displays from both sides across multiple innings.
India posted 358 runs in their first innings, with notable contributions from several batters. The innings included scores of 58, 46, 61, and 54 before being bowled out in 114.1 overs. England's Ben Stokes was the standout bowler with impressive figures of 5 wickets for 72 runs from his 24 overs, while Jofra Archer claimed 3 wickets for 73 runs.
England responded with a massive first innings total of 669 runs, dominating the Indian bowling attack. Their innings featured three substantial centuries, including a top score of 150 and another contribution of 141 runs. The English batters maintained a healthy run rate of 4.26 throughout their 157.1 overs at the crease.
Ravindra Jadeja was India's most successful bowler in England's innings, taking 4 wickets for 143 runs from 37.1 overs. Jasprit Bumrah and Washington Sundar each claimed 2 wickets, while Anshul Kamboj took 1 wicket.
Facing a significant deficit, India mounted a strong response in their second innings, reaching 425/4 declared from 143 overs. Their batting lineup produced three century-makers, with scores of 90, 103, and an unbeaten 101, while another batter remained not out on 107. This resilient performance ensured the match would end in a draw.
Chris Woakes was England's most effective bowler in India's second innings, taking 2 wickets for 67 runs from his 23 overs. Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer each claimed one wicket apiece.
The drawn result leaves the series poised for an exciting conclusion in the final Test match, with both teams demonstrating strong batting form throughout this contest at Old Trafford.
