England vs India 4th Test – Day 2 Highlights | Stokes Strikes, Archer Steams, Pant’s Fate?
Hey cricket fans! Welcome back to the channel. It’s Day 2 of the fourth men’s Test between England and India, and what a rollercoaster of a day it’s been so far at Old Trafford. Let’s dive straight into the action – swing, bouncers, boundaries, and some major concerns around Rishabh Pant."
🎯 Key Moments from the Morning Session
🔥 Ben Stokes turned up the heat early. He got four wickets in no time, including a nasty short ball that got Washington Sundar fending to fine leg – where Chris Woakes calmly completed the catch. That gave Stokes his fourfer, and England looked pumped.
😬 Jofra Archer was fire again – not just fast but smart. He beat the edge multiple times and finally got his reward when Jadeja nicked one and Brook grabbed a sharp catch at gully.
📉 India ended the session around 336-6, with Pant and Sundar trying to steady the ship. But there's a catch – Pant is clearly injured and limping, raising questions about whether he’ll be able to bat properly in the next innings.
🧠 Tactics & Turning Points
➡️ England’s bowling was much improved today. Archer’s tight lines and clever movement made the difference, while Stokes’ relentless pressure created opportunities.
➡️ India, meanwhile, relied on some solid resistance from Thakur, Sundar, and Pant. Their partnership kept India in the game despite early blows.
💬 And let’s not forget the commentary gold from the Guardian – references to Steve Waugh-style trust, Siraj’s teardrop, and even a nod to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath!
❓ The Pant Problem
Now let’s talk about the big elephant in the dressing room: Rishabh Pant. He’s clearly in pain, possibly out for the rest of the series. But mentally and symbolically, he’s a huge pillar in India’s lineup. Without him, the middle and lower order looks fragile – both on paper and in spirit.
📊 Score Update
At the time of reporting:
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India: 336/6
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Key batters: Pant (41*), Sundar (27*)
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Wickets: Stokes (4), Archer (1), Woakes (1)
🌦️ Weather & Conditions
With rain flirting in and out, and the lights on by early afternoon, conditions kept shifting – helping England’s bowlers swing the Duke ball both ways. But credit to India’s batters – they batted with bravery on a tricky track.
🎵 Fun Moment: Cricket & Music Crossover
And in classic Guardian style, readers were also debating cricket-themed music! From “Soul Limbo” to Asha Bhosle’s collab with Brett Lee, and even Black Sabbath – turns out cricket and rock have more in common than we thought.
📌 Closing Thoughts
"This Test, like so many in this epic series, is hanging in the balance. If India reaches 370-380, they’ll be confident. But if England wraps this up under 350, they’ll back themselves with the bat. Day 2 has lived up to the hype – and with four more to go, anything can happen!"
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Until next time, keep loving the game! 🏏
Reference from:- https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2025/jul/24/england-v-india-fourth-cricket-test-day-two-live-score-updates