India vs England 4th Test Day 2 – Live Score, Highlights & Match Analysis | IND vs ENG 2025
IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 2: Complete Match Overview and Real-Time Analysis
IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 2: The India vs England 4th Test of the India Tour of England 2025 has reached a pivotal stage on Day 2. With both sides showcasing tactical brilliance and individual heroics, the match at Old Trafford, Manchester, is heating up into a classic Test thriller. We present an in-depth and up-to-the-minute analysis of Day 2’s developments, complete with scores, top performers, and momentum shifts.
🏏 Current Score and Live Updates: IND vs ENG, 4th Test Day 2
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Match: India vs England, 4th Test, India Tour of England 2025
- Toss: India won the toss and chose to bat
| Session | India Score | Top Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch | 215/5 | Rishabh Pant – 86 (128) |
| Tea | 287/7 | Jadeja – 45*, Bumrah – 18* |
| Stumps | 342/8 | Jadeja – 78*, Bumrah – 31* |
🔥 Rishabh Pant’s Blistering Knock Stabilizes Indian Innings
Rishabh Pant once again proved why he’s indispensable in the middle order. Walking in under pressure, Pant counterattacked with flair, timing his strokes impeccably on a turning Manchester pitch. His 86-run innings was studded with 12 boundaries and one towering six. Pant’s fearless approach disrupted England’s bowling rhythm and helped India recover from a precarious 102/4.
🛡️ Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah Build Crucial Lower-Order Stand
Ravindra Jadeja, the dependable all-rounder, joined forces with tailender Jasprit Bumrah to build a valuable 83-run unbroken partnership for the 8th wicket. Jadeja, calm under pressure, rotated strike consistently while Bumrah played with unexpected confidence, punishing loose deliveries with conviction.
IND vs ENG – Jadeja-Bumrah Partnership Breakdown
graph TD
A[Jadeja joins at 259/7] --> B[Rotates strike smartly]
B --> C[Builds 83-run stand with Bumrah]
C --> D[Bumrah scores 31* with 4 boundaries]
D --> E[India finishes Day 2 at 342/8]
🎯 England’s Bowling Analysis: Stokes and Wood Share Key Wickets
Despite a strong start with the new ball, England’s bowlers couldn’t maintain pressure in the final session. Ben Stokes picked up 2 wickets including Kohli, while Mark Wood’s express pace fetched him 3 wickets in the day. However, lack of support from the spinners allowed India to capitalize in the last session.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Wood | 20 | 62 | 3 | 3.10 |
| Ben Stokes | 17 | 45 | 2 | 2.64 |
| Jack Leach | 22 | 88 | 1 | 4.00 |
| Chris Woakes | 18 | 72 | 0 | 4.00 |
📊 Key Stats from Day 2 – IND vs ENG 2025 4th Test
- India added 117 runs in the final session without losing a wicket
- Pant’s 86 is the highest score of the match so far
- Jadeja-Bumrah partnership is now the third-highest for the 8th wicket by India in England
- England conceded 48 boundaries in just 90 overs
⚖️ Match Situation: Advantage India but England Still in the Game
With India at 342/8, the visitors have a strong chance to push their first innings total past 400. The pitch, though offering some assistance to spinners, still looks decent for batting. England will aim to wrap up the tail early on Day 3 and then respond strongly with the bat.
🧠 What to Expect on Day 3 – Pitch Report and Tactical Insights
Pitch Conditions
- Slight cracks developing on the surface
- Uneven bounce observed in the final session
- Expected to assist spinners from Day 3 onwards
Team Strategy Insights
India
- Eye 400+ to exert scoreboard pressure
- Use Jadeja-Ashwin spin combo effectively as pitch deteriorates
England
- Need early breakthroughs on Day 3
- Top order must show resilience to counter Bumrah and Siraj swing attack
📺 Live Telecast and Streaming Details
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV (India), Sky Sports (UK)
- TV Telecast: Sony Sports Network (India), Sky Sports Cricket (UK)
- Live Commentary: Available on Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo, BBC Sport
🗣️ Post-Day Player Reactions
Rishabh Pant:
“I just tried to stay positive. The pitch has bounce and carry, so attacking shots were part of the plan.”
Ben Stokes:
“We missed a few chances and let them off the hook in the last session. Still a lot of cricket left in this Test.”
📅 Upcoming Fixtures – India Tour of England 2025
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Test | August 1–5, 2025 | Kennington Oval, London |
| 3 ODI Series | August 10–18, 2025 | Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester |
📌 Summary – IND vs ENG Day 2 Highlights
- India reach 342/8 after being 215/5 at lunch
- Pant’s aggressive 86 sets tone for middle order
- Jadeja remains unbeaten on 78, Bumrah on 31
- England’s bowlers struggle in final session
India now eye a massive total, while England will regroup to contain the damage. With two days of Test cricket left, the match remains wide open, but momentum is firmly with the visitors.
