India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Report: Solid Start, Pant Injury & Weather Warnings
India closed at a respectable 264/4 on Day 1 at Old Trafford, helped by half-centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, and Sai Sudharsan. However, the day was overshadowed when vice-captain Rishabh Pant retired hurt on 37 due to a foot injury. Overcast skies and poor light affected play, affecting both teams’ momentum.
Play Summary & Key Contributions
Sent in by captain Ben Stokes, India began confidently:
| Player | Score | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 58 | Composed opening, included boundary and even a six despite bat damage mid-session |
| KL Rahul | 46 | Reached 1,000 Test runs in England, showcased experience |
| Sai Sudharsan | 61 | First Test fifty, stood firm as middle-order stabiliser |
All seven Indian batters reached double figures, reflecting stability before the middle session wobble when three quick wickets fell.
Pant’s Injury Incident
While attempting a reverse sweep off Chris Woakes, Pant suffered a foot blow and retired hurt on 37. He was taken off in visible distress. The scenario drew concern from fans and commentators alike, as medical scans are awaited to determine his availability in the match and potentially for upcoming Tests.
Weather & Pitch Conditions
Persistent cloud cover and rain showers threatened play, with bad light ending Day 1 early. The pitch remained flat, but moisture from earlier rain offered seam movement. England’s seamers maintained pressure, while conditions shifted towards spin late in the day under poor light conditions.
Key Stats from Day 1
| Statistic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Final Total | 264/4 after 83 overs |
| Partnerships | Jaiswal‑Rahul: ~78; Sudharsan‑Pant: ~60 |
| Wickets | Gill (12, LBW), Jaiswal (58), Rahul (46) |
| Lead Bowler | Ben Stokes early; Chris Woakes and Liam Dawson later puncture middle order |
| Light End | Bad light ended the session with two spinners bowling |
| Weather Forecast | Rain likely to impact first two days |
Impact Going into Day 2
- India’s 264/4 provides a solid platform to bat past 350.
- If Pant is unfit tomorrow, Dhruv Jurel could take over keeping duties.
- England have a fresh new ball available and hope to exploit early movement.
- Rain threatens further interruptions, favoring India if they reach a big total.
Summary Table
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| India Score | 264/4 at close |
| Top Scorers | Jaiswal 58, Sudharsan 61, Rahul 46, Pant 37* |
| Injury Concern | Pant foot injury during reverse sweep |
| Weather | Cloudy with rain interruptions; bad light ended play |
| England’s Attack | Stokes, Woakes, Dawson effective |
Disclaimer: This article is based on information compiled from online sources. Please verify independently before making any decisions based on it.
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