🏏India tour of England: Eng vs India, 4th Test. July 23-27, Day 5 - Page 30

Shocking! Jasprit Bumrah to quit Test cricket?

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif sparked debate with a bold statement, suggesting that Jasprit Bumrah may soon walk away from Test cricket. Kaif questioned whether the star pacer can continue in the demanding format, pointing to signs of physical struggle and a noticeable dip in intensity.

In the ongoing Test at Old Trafford, Bumrah has picked up just one wicket across two days of play.

His pace has also raised eyebrows — he’s breached the 140 kmph mark only once so far in the match. To make matters worse, he reportedly sustained a minor injury while walking down the stairs at the venue.

Weather updates

As Day 4 of the crucial India vs England fourth Test begins at Old Trafford on Saturday, weather has once again emerged as a major talking point — particularly from India’s perspective, as they look to claw their way back into the series.

After a bright and sunny Day 3, clouds gathered ominously over Manchester on Friday evening. TimesofIndia.com’s senior reporter Sahil Malhotra reported from the ground.

“In not very pleasant news for the Indian cricket team, chilly winds and dark clouds have taken over Manchester after day three. The forecast doesn't look very, very good for day four and day five. Day four at least could be India’s day to bat, and India did find it very difficult when they batted under clouds on the opening day.”

“If India get to bat on Day 4, the forecast is there for rain. Dark clouds have taken over, chilly winds have taken over, and this could get tricky for the Indian team who are already playing catch-up in this Test.”

According to the UK Met Office forecast for Manchester, the day is expected to begin with light rain, turning to overcast conditions by late morning. Temperatures will range between 16°C and 20°C. There is a 50–60% chance of rain in the morning session, but things could improve later with chances of showers reducing to 40% by tea and 30% by stumps.

India, trailing 1-2 in the five-match series, also face the mental hurdle of never having won a Test match at Old Trafford.

10:15 Local Time, 14:45 IST: Overcast skies greet us on Day 4. Our correspondent Kaushik informs that there was some rain earlier this morning, but it has stopped now. There is a passing shower expected during the first session but the weather seems to be improving as the day progresses.

Dawson out

B Bumrah

Bumrah to Dawson, out Bowled!! Knocked him over! After a short ball, Bumrah goes slightly full. Dawson b Bumrah 26(65) [4s-3]

Bumrah to Dawson, THATS OUT!! Bowled!!

Eng lost their 8th wicket!

STAT: This is the first time Jasprit Bumrah conceded 100-plus runs in a Test innings. The previous highest he conceded was 99 runs in 28.4 overs (picking up 4 wickets) against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25.

English number 8&9 batsmen are scoring like t20 match!!

643/8

Will we take that 300

Gill should perform in next innings to win this match..he cannot go carelessly..everyone should make atleast 40