Manchester, July 27, 2025 - India and England concluded the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series in a hard-fought draw at Old Trafford, thanks to resilient centuries from Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar. The draw was secured on the fifth day after India showed remarkable grit and determination, recovering from a precarious position early in their innings.

England, having posted a formidable 669 in their first innings, had put India under immense pressure. India's batting lineup faced an uphill battle, especially after losing early wickets and slumping to 0/2. However, the partnership between KL Rahul and Shubman Gill provided a foundation for the innings, with Gill notching a century.

Gill's impressive form in the series continued as he scored his fourth century, becoming only the third Indian batter to score 700 runs in a Test series. His resilience and composure under pressure were vital in India's fight to save the match. Rahul also contributed significantly with a resilient innings of 90, forming a substantial partnership with Gill.

Following the dismissals of Gill and Rahul, India found themselves in a tricky situation, but Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar then took charge. Jadeja, displaying his all-round capabilities, continued his consistent form in the series by scoring his century. Sundar, equally determined, registered his maiden Test century, much to the delight of the Indian dressing room.

Jadeja's innings was characterized by 12 fours and 1 six, while Sundar's included 9 fours and 1 six. Their partnership frustrated the English attack, who struggled to find a breakthrough in the latter stages of the match. England had an opportunity to dismiss Jadeja early, but a dropped catch proved costly as he went on to play a match-saving innings.

As the match progressed into the final session, the possibility of a draw became increasingly apparent. England captain Ben Stokes offered a draw, but the Indian batters declined, eager to continue batting and reach their respective centuries. The two remained unbeaten until the end with Jadeja on 107 and Sundar on 101 as both teams shook hands for a draw.

The draw in Manchester means that England maintain a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The final Test is set to take place at The Oval, where India will aim to level the series.

Shubman Gill was praised for his leadership and batting performance, while England's Ben Stokes was named Player of the Match. The match also saw India achieve a new milestone, crossing the 3000-run mark in an away Test series for the first time.

The remarkable escape at Old Trafford will be remembered for the resilience and determination shown by the Indian batting lineup, especially the outstanding centuries from Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar.