India vs England 4th Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal becomes first Indian in 50 years to achieve this milestone at Old Trafford

India vs England 4th Test: India are facing England in the crucial fourth Test of the five-match series at Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester. With the series hanging in the balance, this is a must-win match for India. A defeat here would hand England the series with one game still to go.

After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, India looked to young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal for a solid start. He did not disappoint, playing a composed innings that not only gave India early momentum but also etched his name into the record books.

Jaiswal Breaks 50-Year Record with Gritty Half-Century

Jaiswal scored a determined 58 runs off 107 deliveries, becoming the first Indian opener in 50 years to register a 50-plus score at Old Trafford. The last Indian to achieve this feat was the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, who also scored 58 at this ground against England back in 1974.


Jaiswal looked in fine touch before falling to Liam Dawson, edging one into the slips. Remarkably, this was Dawson's first Test wicket in eight years, making it a special moment for the English all-rounder as well.

Equals Azharuddin’s Record Against England

Jaiswal’s half-century at Manchester also saw him reach 1,000 Test runs against England, and he did so in just 16 innings. With this milestone, he matches former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin as the joint second-fastest Indian to reach 1,000 Test runs against England. Only Rahul Dravid has achieved the feat faster, in just 15 innings.

Opening alongside KL Rahul, Jaiswal helped put on a 94-run partnership for the first wicket, giving India a steady platform. Rahul chipped in with a useful 46 runs before being dismissed. Following the dismissal of both openers, India lost quick wickets, including captain Shubman Gill, who failed to make an impact and was dismissed for just 12 runs.

Sai Sudharsan, playing his first match of the series in place of Karun Nair, has stepped up under pressure. Showing composure at the crease, he has taken charge of anchoring the innings alongside Rishabh Pant, who has also looked confident with the bat.

What’s Next for India?

With the series on the line, India will look to build a strong total in the first innings. Much will depend on how Sudharsan and Pant carry forward the innings and whether the middle and lower order can provide the stability and runs required to keep India alive in the contest.