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Business Standard
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
ENG vs IND 4th Test live streaming: Where to watch Day 1 live for free?
After a heartbreaking 22-run defeat in a nail-biting third Test at Lord's, the Shubman Gill-led Indian side will return to action in Manchester, Old Trafford cricket ground, aiming to bounce back in the 4th Test starting today. The visitors will try and level the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar series to take the game to the final encounter. With a brief but much-needed break behind them, India will be eager to regroup and take the fight to England in the fourth Test. The series so far has seen plenty of momentum shifts. England clinched the opening Test at Headingley by five wickets, while India responded strongly with a win at Edgbaston to draw level. However, England once again took the lead with their victory at Lord's, going up 2-1 in the contest. India now face a tough challenge, not just from the opposition, but also due to injury setbacks that have forced changes in their squad. Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remaining matches, while Arshdeep Singh will miss the Manchester Test, both sidelined due to injuries. Adding to the concerns, pacer Akash Deep is also unavailable for the fourth Test due to a groin issue. Meanwhile, England have confirmed their playing XI for the Manchester Test, opting for just one change. Liam Dawson comes into the side, replacing Shoaib Bashir, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the series with a finger injury sustained during the third Test. How to watch England vs India 4th Test Day 1 online: Live streaming and telecast information What is the venue for the ENG vs IND 4th Test match? The match will take place at the Old Trafford cricket ground in Manchester, England. When will the ENG vs IND 4th Test Day 1 begin? The ENG vs IND 4th Test opening day will begin at 3:30 p.m. IST. Where to watch the live telecast in India? The match will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network. Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 3 and Sony Ten 5 will provide the telecast for the match. Fans can live stream Day 1 of the fourth Test between India and England on JioHotstar via the app and website in India.
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Business Standard
14 hours ago
- Climate
- Business Standard
Manchester weather: Will rain impact the start of the 4th ENG vs IND Test?
The Old Trafford in Manchester is all set to host the crucial fourth Test match of the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy between India and England today. The match is a must-win for the Shubman Gill-led Indian side if they want to stay alive in the series, as they are trailing 1-2 after the third Test. On the other hand, for England, a win will seal the series, while a draw will ensure they are at least not on the losing side when the series ends. While both teams will have their game plan ready to secure the match, they will have to be careful about rain, which is expected to heavily influence the match. It has been raining very heavily in Manchester for the last couple of days, and it is expected to continue similarly on the first day of the match. But what exactly does the weather report of Manchester for Wednesday, July 23, suggest? Let's take a look. Hourly weather report of Manchester on Wednesday, July 23 According to Manchester's weather report for Wednesday by AccuWeather, it will be a cloudy start to the day as, from 9 am to 1 pm, the weather is expected to be clear of rain despite heavy clouds in the sky. The trouble begins from 2 pm, as the precipitation chances increase from 6 per cent at 1 pm to 54 per cent. It is expected to come down in the next hour but not by much, with a 49 per cent chance at 3 pm and 36 per cent at 4 pm. Precipitation chances drop down significantly at 5 pm, standing at just 17 per cent, and remain constant till 7 pm IST. The current reports do not suggest a full washout, but definitely hint towards a start-stop kind of play on Day 1. What are the weather reports for the next four days of the Test? The second day of the Test, on July 24, is also expected to be a rain-hit one, with an 84 per cent chance of precipitation. But things are expected to be clear on Days 3 and 4—July 25 and 26—with just 7 and 10 per cent chances of precipitation, respectively. The final day of the Test on Sunday will once again be a rain-hit one, with a 40 per cent overall chance of precipitation. In conclusion, players will have to go a little hard in their approach if they wish to get a result out of the match; otherwise, it will be the sixth draw between the two sides at this venue in 10 encounters.
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First Post
a day ago
- Climate
- First Post
Manchester weather forecast: Rain could spoil Shubman Gill-led India's party at Old Trafford
Will rain impact the fourth India-England Test in Manchester? That looks almost certain, with the current weather forecast predicting heavy rainfall on a couple of days during the match. read more There are high chances of rain spoiling a few many overs during India vs England 4th Test at Manchester. Image: AP The fourth Test between India and England at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground from 23 July faces a massive rain threat as there are high chances of the play on the first two days being impacted by showers. This is not good news for Shubman Gill-led India as they are currently 2-1 behind in the five-match Test series. The overcast conditions could help the seamers and Manchester ground has often been found to be useful for fast bowlers, despite slowing down a bit in the near past. This could influence India into picking Shardul Thakur as injured Nitish Kumar Reddy's replacement in the playing XI, while Haryana fast bowler Anshul Kamboj is also expected to make his debut in place of Akash Deep, who struggled with a back issue during the third Test at Lord's. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Rain, however, could spoil India's party and the fresh combinations as 'An afternoon shower or two' is predicted on Day 1 (23 July, Wednesday) and 'A couple of showers' are predicted for Day 2 (24 July, Thursday), according to AccuWeather. In fact, it has been raining on the eve of the match in Manchester on Tuesday. Manchester Weather Forecast There's a high possibility of rain on the opening day when the probability of precipitation stands at 65% and the temperatures will be between 19 to 14 degrees Celsius. This also means Manchester will be much cooler than London, where the temperature constantly touched 30 degrees Celsius during the Lord's Test. Also, as per the prediction, we can expect rain delays during the match that will start at 11 AM local time. The probability of precipitation rises to 85% on the scheduled Day 2 (24 July, Thursday) and the temperatures will be between 21 to 12 degrees Celsius. Day 3 (25 July, Friday) and Day 4 (26 July, Saturday) promise to be much brighter with chances of rain pegged at only 7 and 10% respectively. The probability of precipitation on Day 5 (27 July, Sunday) is 40%, which means we may see a few rain interruptions but nothing serious enough to witness a washout. If a large number of overs are lost in the Test match due to rain, then a draw would be the most likely outcome and that's something Gill and India would not want to have.
India Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
Can India bounce back in England after Lord's heartbreak? Key tactical tweaks
The ongoing Test series between India and England has offered a riveting contest marked by momentum shifts, tactical battles, and standout individual performances. England drew first blood with victories at Headingley and Lord's, while India responded with a dominant win in Edgbaston. As the series enters its decisive phase, India faces the challenge of overturning a deficit and claiming their first Test series win in England since 2007. While the Shubman Gill-led side has shown flashes of brilliance, it has also struggled with consistency - a gap that must be bridged if India hopes to finish on MISSED OPPORTUNITY AT LORD'SDespite the result, India were competitive for large parts of the Lord's Test. The bowlers restricted England to 387 in the first innings, and the batters matched that total with grit and patience. In England's second innings, India's bowlers again delivered, dismissing the hosts for 192 and setting up a gettable target of the chase unraveled. India's approach was tentative, and wickets fell at regular intervals. The team's inability to build partnerships in the fourth innings left Ravindra Jadeja with little support. India eventually fell short by 22 runs - a narrow defeat that could prove costly in the larger context of the series. Key batters such as KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant failed to capitalise on promising starts. In situations like these, partnerships and composed decision-making are essential. The margin for error is small, and India couldn't afford the lapses that crept in at critical THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE ATTENTIONBATTING: BLENDING PATIENCE WITH PURPOSEIndia's batters will need to find a method to navigate England's pace attack, particularly in seaming and swinging conditions. The likes of Jofra Archer have tested India's technique and temperament. Players such as Rahul, Pant, Jadeja, and the promising Nitish Reddy must adapt quickly, leaving deliveries outside off-stump, rotating strike consistently, and building resilient partnerships. India's best batting moments have come when players combined caution with positive intent - a balance that must be struck again in the final two SUSTAINED PRESSURE IS THE KEYIndia's bowlers have largely performed with heart and discipline. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Jadeja have all struck at crucial moments, while Akashdeep and Arshdeep Singh have shown promise. But to win a Test in England, a team must take 20 wickets - and do so by maintaining pressure across all four innings. With swing-friendly conditions, accuracy and consistency become non-negotiable. India's bowlers have the skillset, but execution in pressure situations will be UNDER SCRUTINY, BUT GILL HOLDS STEADYShubman Gill, captaining in England for the first time, has impressed with his calm approach and personal form. He is the leading run-scorer in the series so far, with 600 runs and three centuries to his name. Still, leadership in Test cricket is about more than personal milestones. It involves tactical adaptability, smart field placements, timely bowling changes, and rallying the team when momentum dips. The upcoming Tests will test Gill's leadership mettle more than any AVAILABILITY COULD DECIDE THE SERIESJasprit Bumrah remains the linchpin of India's bowling attack. His unique ability to extract bounce and movement, even on unresponsive surfaces, makes him a rare asset. Former players and experts have underlined the importance of a fully fit Bumrah - particularly in conditions where opposition batters like Joe Root and Ben Stokes thrive. While Siraj and Jadeja have played supporting roles effectively, Bumrah's availability and workload management could significantly impact India's prospects in Manchester and The 3 REMAINS AN UNSOLVED PUZZLEIndia's No. 3 position continues to be a concern. Karun Nair, brought back into the squad for this series, has managed just 131 runs at an average of 21.8. While he is still readjusting to Test cricket, India may consider bringing in someone like Sai Sudharsan to lend stability to the top order. A reliable No. 3 is crucial in England, where early wickets often define the tone of an innings. Whether the management sticks with Nair or opts for a change could be a decisive CONCERNS PERSISTIndia's slip catching has been below expected standards throughout the series. Several key chances have gone down, often due to poor positioning or lack of anticipation. In English conditions - where edges are frequent - reliable catching behind the stumps is fielding unit, including the cordon and close-in fielders, must raise their game to support the bowlers in turning half-chances into INDIA SHOULD CONSIDERManage Bumrah's workload smartly and rotate pacers to maintain the No. 3 spot - a solid batter like Sudharsan may offer the stability Nair has fielding lapses, especially in the slips, with specific drills and sharper players have role clarity and are mentally prepared for high-pressure AND UNCERTAINTYIndia's squad is dealing with multiple injury concerns ahead of the fourth Test in Manchester. Nitish Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Akashdeep, and Rishabh Pant are all nursing niggles. Uncapped pacer Anshul Kamboj has been drafted into the squad as a precautionary move. Akashdeep's groin issue is not considered serious, but with little turnaround time between Tests, India must tread carefully. Pant's situation is more pressing - his injury to the left index finger ruled him out of the latter stages of the previous Test, and his absence leaves a significant void in both batting and PANT RETURN IN TIME?Rishabh Pant's potential return could be a game-changer. His ability to counterattack and shift pressure makes him invaluable, particularly in fourth-innings scenarios. His keeping has also been reliable in challenging conditions. If fit, Pant is expected to walk back into the XI. India will be hoping for positive news on that front before the Manchester Test.- EndsYou May Also Like
NDTV
6 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Not Shubman Gill Or Rishabh Pant, India Star Who Can 'Move Scoreboard Forward' Identified
India lost the third Test of the five-match series against England by 22 runs at Lord's. It was a game that went down to the wire but the visitors ended up on the losing side. Chasing a tricky target of 193 in the final innings, India were bundled out for 170 runs. The match seemed over for the Three Lions after they set India a small target but they bounced back in the game as the Shubman Gill-led side got off to a poor start. Yashasvi Jaiswal was the first Indian wicket to fall when the team's score was just 5 runs. Jofra Archer tested Jaiswal with a short ball outside off-stump. The southpaw tried to pull it away on the leg side but got a top-edge. The ball went in the air before England wicketkeeper Jamie Smith took the catch comfortably. It was just the seventh ball of his knock that the southpaw was facing. The wicket of Jaiswal had a big say in the game as it gave hope to the Three Lions and the side cashed in on the opportunity. They eventually bowled out India for 170 and won the game by a narrow margin. Former England pacer Stuart Broad was left "surprised" over Jaiswal's shot selection. Meanwhile, he termed him as one the players who keep scoring runs during their time at the middle. "So Jaiswal getting out, really bad shot, I'm surprised. He just didn't look to cut it over the off-side, suddenly England are like okay, we are in. He is the player who moves the scoreboard forward," Broad said on the For The Love Of Cricket podcast. "In a low chase, when you are defending, if you come to bowl and you've got a Sehwag, Warner, the opening batters that can take the game away from you and they up 60 for none or one off ten, the game is sort of done. "As soon as Karun Nair came in, he is someone who plays each ball on merit, then England could control it and set attacking fields, create pressure. So I thought that was a really big moment. England making that breakthrough early, Jaiswal gone."
