🏏 India vs England 4th Test Day 1: KL Rahul Completes 1000 SENA Runs, Sudharsan Shines, Pant Injured, India End Day at 265/5

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Introduction – A Mixed Day for India in Manchester

India and England resumed their thrilling Test rivalry in the 4th Test at Old Trafford, Manchester. Day 1 saw moments of brilliance, nervous injuries, and notable milestones. “A golden feather was added to KL Rahul’s cap as 1000 runs were crossed by him in SENA countries, while exceptional composure beyond his age was showcased by debutant Sai Sudharsan. “However, Shubman Gill failed yet again, and Rishabh Pant’s unfortunate injury cast a shadow on India’s promising position. At stumps, India stood at a respectable 265/5, but questions linger over Pant’s fitness for Day 2.

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KL Rahul Completes 1000+ Runs in SENA Countries

One of the biggest highlights of the day was KL Rahul completing over 1000 Test runs in SENA countries — South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia.

 

• • Rahul became only the second Indian after Sachin Tendulkar to achieve this feat.

• • His calm and classy knock of 46 runs today might not have turned into a big score, but the milestone underlined his consistency overseas.

• • Rahul played crucial strokes and rotated the strike well before edging one to the slips.

This record cements KL Rahul’s name among India’s top overseas performers. His ability to bat in tough conditions continues to be a huge asset for the team.

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Sai Sudharsan Impresses with Calm 61

With the absence of Virat Kohli and the pressure of performing in English conditions, all eyes were on Sai Sudharsan — and the youngster did not disappoint.

 

• • Playing only his second Test, Sudharsan scored a mature and technically sound 61 runs, showing excellent judgment outside off-stump.

• • His partnerships with KL Rahul and later with Rishabh Pant helped India recover from early hiccups.

• • Sudharsan’s footwork against spin and patience against pace earned praise from pundits.

His performance today signals the emergence of a strong middle-order option for India going forward.

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Rishabh Pant Retires Hurt After Painful Injury

In a major setback for Team India, Rishabh Pant retired hurt after scoring a fluent 37 runs.

 

• • While taking a quick single, Pant twisted his left ankle and was seen in visible discomfort.

• • He left the field with the help of support staff and did not return for the rest of the day.

• • Medical teams are monitoring his injury, and an update on whether he will bat on Day 2 is awaited.

If Pant is ruled out, India may be forced to send KL Rahul behind the stumps again, adding to his already heavy workload.

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Shubman Gill Disappoints Again

India’s rising star Shubman Gill failed once more, scoring just 12 runs.

 

• • He edged a delivery outside off-stump after a tentative stay at the crease.

• • With scores of 34, 28, and now 12 in the series, Gill’s struggles against the moving ball in English conditions are becoming a pattern.

• • India needs more from their top-order, and Gill’s form is now a concern for the selectors.

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India’s Scorecard – End of Day 1: 265/5

Batsman	Runs	Status
Yashasvi Jaiswal	54	Caught
Shubman Gill	12	LBW
KL Rahul	46	Caught
Sai Sudharsan	61	Caught
Rishabh Pant	37	Retired Hurt
Ravindra Jadeja	18*	Not Out
Shardul Thakur	23*	Not Out

 

• • Extras: 14

• • Total: 265/5 in 85 overs

• • Fall of wickets: 1-73 (Gill), 2-105 (Jaiswal), 3-180 (Rahul), 4-205 (Sudharsan), 5-241 (Jadeja)

• • Yet to bat: Sunder, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Anshul

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Day 1 Takeaways for Team India

 

1. 1. KL Rahul’s 1000+ SENA runs is a significant milestone and boosts India’s hopes in overseas Tests.

1. 1. Sai Sudharsan’s 61 shows maturity and stability in India’s young batting lineup.

1. 1. Pant’s injury could change the course of the match depending on severity.

1. 1. Gill’s poor form continues, raising questions ahead of future selection.

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What to Expect on Day 2?

 

• • India would aim to cross the 350-run mark, depending on Thakur and the tailenders.

• • All eyes will be on Pant’s medical report — if he doesn’t return, India will need Rahul to don the gloves.

• • England will look to take early wickets and restrict India under 320.