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27 Jul

India Survive Day 5 Onslaught to Draw 4th Test, Keep Series Alive at 2–1

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Manchester, July 27, 2025 — India pulled off a gripping draw against England in the fourth Test at Old Trafford, denying the hosts a decisive series win. Starting Day 5 under immense pressure and trailing by 311 runs, India showcased exceptional resilience and batting discipline to shut the door on England's hopes of victory.Shubman Gill continued his remarkable run as captain, scoring his fourth century of the series. His 103 not only steadied India early but also put him in elite company with Don Bradman and Sunil Gavaskar, who are the only other captains in Test history to have four…

27 Jul

Jadeja and Washington Lead India’s Gritty Resistance on Day 5, Keep Draw Hopes Alive

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London, July 27 – India clawed their way back into contention for a hard-fought draw in the fourth Test as Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja batted with grit and composure on day five. Their unbeaten half-centuries frustrated England and lifted India to 322 for four at tea, giving the visitors a slender 11-run lead.Washington Sundar (58* off 139) and Ravindra Jadeja (53* off 102) shared an unbroken stand that added 99 runs in a wicket-less afternoon session. Their dogged effort not only steadied India’s innings but also dented England’s morale, which had surged after a strong morning spell by Ben…

14 Jul

England Clinch Thriller at Lord’s, Beat India by 22 Runs to Lead Series 2-1

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London, July 14, 2025: Ravindra Jadeja’s valiant unbeaten 61 proved insufficient as England sealed a nerve-jangling 22-run win over India on the final day of the third Test at Lord’s, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Chasing 193 for victory, India were bowled out for 170 despite a spirited lower-order resistance. England’s pace duo of Jofra Archer (3/55) and captain Ben Stokes (3/48) led the charge, dismantling India’s batting order in crucial spells. Starting Day 5 needing 135 runs with six wickets in hand, India lost momentum early. Jofra Archer set the tone, producing a peach that knocked…

03 Jul

Gill’s Record 269 Powers India to 587; England Reels at 77/3 on Day 2 at Edgbaston

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Edgbaston, July 3: Shubman Gill lit up Day 2 of the second Test with a masterful 269 the highest-ever score by an Indian captain on English soil steering India to a mammoth 587 in their first innings. His innings, laced with 13th double-century of his Test career, was the cornerstone of India’s dominance.Partnering with Ravindra Jadeja, who contributed a solid 89, Gill added over 200 runs for the sixth wicket, showcasing control and grit against England’s pace and swing. Earlier contributions from Yashasvi Jaiswal (87) helped build momentum, as India’s top and middle order fired collectively.England’s reply got off to…