Manchester Test News

Following the play on Day 4, England’s assistant coach Marcus Trescothick expressed hope that Stokes will be able to bowl. There remains a chance that Stokes might not bowl on Day 5 either. Stokes made history in Manchester by becoming the fifth captain in Test cricket to both take a five-wicket haul and score a century.

England's cricketing maestro, Joe Root, has once again etched his name in the annals of Test cricket with a magnificent century in Manchester. This roaring innings not only solidified his team's position but also led to the shattering of ten significant records. Join us as we delve into the remarkable achievements that underscore his enduring brilliance and impact on the game.

The last five-wicket haul by an Indian pacer here came back in 1959. Despite conditions at Edgbaston that were conducive to spin, he was left out in favor of Washington Sundar. By the end of Day 3, England had taken a strong position with 544 for 7.

At the end of Day 3, England were firmly placed at 544 for 7, having built a strong lead. While the bowlers have failed to give fans even a glimmer of hope on Day 3, the indian netizens are hoping for a rain on Day 4 Joe Root even went on to score 150 for his team continuing his midas touch as Manchester.

Watch the India vs England 4th Test live from Old Trafford with free streaming on JioCinema and live telecast on Sony Sports Network starting July 23 at 3:30 PM IST.

The match ended in heartbreak, with images of a dejected Mohammed Siraj being helped up by England’s Joe Root and Zak Crawley capturing the mood. Despite the heartbreaking result, there was no doubt within the Indian camp about Jadeja’s approach. The Team management praised Ravindra Jadeja.

After a thrilling 22-run victory against India in the 3rd Test at Lord's, Ben Stokes' England now leads the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series 2-1. As the action shifts to Old Trafford, Manchester, for the 4th Test starting July 23, England looks to solidify its position with some key changes. Let's take a look at possible changes.

It is understood that a space in England's schedule in 2022 has been agreed to be kept for the Test. There are thoughts of the one Test likely to complete the 2021 Test series which India currently lead 2-1.

BCCI secretary Jay Shah said that the offer for two extra T20Is will stand if the ECB agrees to amicably resolve the standoff over the fifth Test.  

In the ICC World Test Championship points table, England have moved to 266 points, within 30 points of second-placed Australia. 

No prizes for guessing, Moeen Ali was adjudged the Player of the Match, while he shared the Player of the Series award with Morne Morkel.

South Africa, 43 for three at lunch, saw Hashim Amla (83) and captain Faf du Plessis (61) put on 123 for the fourth wicket.