England Outplays India on Day Four at Old Trafford A Rough Day for the Visitors
There’s something about Old Trafford that brings out the best in England. In the India vs England Test, day four made that crystal clear. India walked into the ground hoping to fight back, but England made sure those hopes didn’t last long.
Let’s start with the obvious: Ben Stokes. The England skipper wasn’t just solid — he was dominant. Every shot he played had intent. Whether it was leaning into a cover drive or pulling with power, he looked in complete control. His 141 wasn’t flashy — it was brutal. It broke India’s rhythm.
Then came Joe Root, who made things even worse for India. Not only did he bring up another classic hundred with the bat, but he also came back later and turned into a surprise destroyer with the ball. Five wickets. Yes, five. You could see the disbelief on the faces of Indian batters — Root wasn’t supposed to be the one doing that.
India vs England Test: India Looked Lost on Day 4
India’s response? A few moments of resistance, sure. KL Rahul and Shubman Gill showed some fight early on, stitched together a decent partnership. But it was never enough. The cracks appeared quickly — literally and figuratively.
Rohit Sharma fell early, never looked settled. Kohli tried to play positively, but it backfired. And once Rahul edged one, the collapse started. It wasn’t dramatic — just painful to watch. One wicket here, one there. No momentum. No answer.
Turning Point: Root’s Unexpected Spell
The real punch came from Root. You expect him to score runs, not rip through India’s middle order like a frontline spinner. But that’s what he did. First Pant, then Jadeja, then more. In just a few overs, he turned India’s innings into a rescue mission — one that never really got going.
England in Command, India in Trouble
At stumps, England’s massive 669 on the board looked even bigger. India, still over 300 runs behind, looked tired and frustrated. Their body language said it all. Unless something miraculous happens on the final day, it’s almost certain this match belongs to England.
India vs England Test: Final Thoughts on Day 4 Drama
This wasn’t just a bad day for India. It was a statement from England — calm, clinical, and completely in control. If India doesn’t find answers soon, they won’t just lose this match. They’ll lose the series.
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