Shubman Gill Leads India Comeback in Old Trafford Test

Manchester – On the fourth day of the Old Trafford Test, India staged a remarkable comeback after a disastrous start. By the end of the day, India had reached 174 runs for the loss of two wickets though they still trail England first innings total of 311 by 137 runs. Shubman Gill (87) and KL Rahul (78) built a crucial unbeaten 174-run partnership for the third wicket breathing new life into the match.

Current Match Situation (End of Day 4)

India still trails by: 137 runs

Highlights:

• Innings of India got off to the worst possible start losing both openers for ducks.
• Chris Woakes struck early removing both openers in the first over.
• Resilient partnership of Gill and Rahul saved India from complete collapse.
• In innings of England, Ben Stokes century and the Dawson–Carse partnership proved costly for India.
• Shubman Gill became the highest-scoring Asian batter in England breaking previous record of Virat Kohli.

From Collapse on Day 1 to Fightback on Day 4

Innings of India began disastrously with both openers dismissed within the very first over. However, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul displayed tremendous resilience, not only protecting their wickets but steadily building the scoreboard.

Innings Summary of England

England began the day at 544/7 and soon lost Liam Dawson but a 93-run partnership for the ninth wicket between Ben Stokes and Brydon Carse ensured England maintained their grip on the game.

Ravindra Jadeja stood out with figures of 4/143 while Jasprit Bumrah and Washington Sundar took two wickets each.

Record-Breaking Form of Gill

• Shubman Gill is currently in exceptional form.
• He is now among the highest-scoring Asian batters in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia).
• He surpassed previous record of Virat Kohli for most runs scored by an Asian player in England.

Decisive Final Day

The fifth day will be crucial in determining the outcome of this Test match. India still faces a 137-run deficit and a long innings will be required either to draw or win the match. The Gill-Rahul partnership is now last major hope of India. While bowling attack of England is under pressure, the new ball and the pitch conditions could turn the game quickly.

This match will not only impact the series result but will also test character, resilience and batting depth of India. If India manages to save or win the game, it will be a monumental victory for Gill and Rahul courage and skill and a memorable moment for cricket fans worldwide.