The gripping Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy continues to deliver edge-of-the-seat action, as England and India prepare for the fourth clash of their high-stakes five-match Test series.
The fourth Test is scheduled to take place from July 23 to 27 at Old Trafford in Manchester, a venue where India have never tasted victory in the longest format.
England currently hold a slender 2–1 lead in the series, having secured wins at Headingley and Lord's, the latter by a nail-biting 22-run margin. The bookmakers rate them as an even money shot to win this one.
India struck back into contention with a dominant performance at Edgbaston, clinching their first-ever Test win at the iconic ground. Both teams will be eager to seize the momentum in Manchester with the series hanging in the balance.
Head-to-head record: England vs. India in Test Matches
India and England have faced each other in 139 Test matches to date, with England holding a historical edge. The hosts have won 53 encounters, while India have emerged victorious in 36.
The remaining 50 matches have ended in a draw. Despite England's overall dominance, recent years have seen India closing the gap.
- Total matches: 139
- India wins: 36
- England wins: 53
- Tied/No result: 50
ENG vs. IND 4th Test players to watch
Batters to watch
- Shubman Gill (India): The young opener has been in sublime form, amassing 607 runs at an astounding average of 101.17 in the ongoing series, the most by an Indian in a bilateral Test series in England. His consistency at the top has been pivotal to India's batting stability.
- Joe Root (England): A master of English conditions, Root has scored 978 runs in 19 Test innings at Old Trafford, averaging an impressive 65.20. His experience and ability to play long innings make him England’s batting mainstay.
Bowlers to watch
- Jasprit Bumrah (India): Leading India's pace attack, Bumrah has already bagged two five-wicket hauls in just four innings this series. His accuracy and reverse swing have consistently troubled the English batters.
- Chris Woakes (England): Woakes has been lethal with the ball at Old Trafford, scalping 35 wickets in just seven Tests at a remarkable average of 17.37. His control with the new ball and knack for exploiting movement make him a key threat to India's top order.
England vs. India betting odds & predictions: Who has the edge?
According to Bet365, England enter the fourth Test as best-priced 1/1 favorites, while India are priced at 5/2 with AK Bets.
The hosts not only lead the series 2-1 but also boast a formidable record at this venue, further strengthening their position.
England's odds represent an implied 50% chance of victory in this match, while the threat of rain sees the draw at 10/3 with Betfair.
India's recent resurgence and form of key players, an upset cannot be ruled out in this closely fought series. Here's the best odds available from our selected partners.
MORE: Rain threat casts shadow over 4th Test
| Result | Best Odds* | Bet With |
| England Win | 1/1 | Bet365 |
| India Win | 5/2 | AK Bets |
| Draw | 10/3 | Betfair |
* Odds correct at time of publish
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- Shubman Gill to score 50+ runs in at least one innings: Given his current form, Gill is expected to anchor India's top order again.
- Jasprit Bumrah to take 5+ wickets in the match: With conditions likely to aid seamers, Bumrah could once again be India’s game-changer.
- England to win the match: Their strong record at Old Trafford and current series momentum give them the upper hand heading into the fourth Test.
England vs. India: Expected playing XIs and team news
India are battling a spate of injuries in their squad. Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the series with a left knee injury, while Akash Deep is also sidelined due to fitness concerns. His replacement, Arshdeep Singh, suffered a blow to his left thumb during a practice session and has also been ruled out of the Manchester Test.
The BCCI has named Anshul Kamboj as a cover option. Furthermore, concerns loom over Rishabh Pant, who struggled behind the stumps in the last Test. He might feature solely as a batter in this match, with Dhruv Jurel likely to don the wicketkeeping gloves.
These setbacks mean India may need to reshuffle both their bowling and batting combinations heading into this must-win encounter.
India Probable Playing XI:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- KL Rahul
- Dhruv Jurel (wk)
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Rishabh Pant
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Washington Sundar
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Prasidh Krishna
- Mohammed Siraj
England have gone with a settled lineup for the crucial fourth Test and announced their playing XI two days ahead of the match. The only change from the Lord's Test is the inclusion of all-rounder Liam Dawson, who comes in for Shoaib Bashir, ruled out for the remainder of the series due to a fractured finger.
Dawson, who last played a Test for England in 2017, returns to strengthen the lower order and provide left-arm spin options, adding variety to England’s bowling attack. The rest of the side remains unchanged, reflecting the confidence in their current form and home conditions.
England Confirmed Playing XI:
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Ben Stokes (c)
- Jamie Smith (wk)
- Liam Dawson
- Chris Woakes
- Brydon Carse
- Jofra Archer
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Where to watch England vs. India 4th Test
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Date & Time (BST): July 23rd to July 27th, 11:00 a.m.
- Live TV & Streaming: Sky Sports/Now TV
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