High drama unfolded on the final day of the fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Sunday, July 27, as tempers flared and ambitions clashed in a gripping finale. With India comfortably placed at 386/4 after 138 overs, the hosts, led by Ben Stokes, appeared resigned to a draw. However, what followed brought unexpected tension to an otherwise fading contest.
As the final hour approached and with just 15 overs left in the day’s play, Ben Stokes walked over to Indian batters Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, offering a handshake to settle the match as a draw mutually. But the Indian all-rounders, both within touching distance of personal milestones, declined. Jadeja remained unbeaten on 89, while Sundar was on 80, and neither was ready to walk away without a shot at a century.
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The refusal didn’t go down well with the England skipper. A visibly agitated Ben Stokes exchanged words with the duo, and the atmosphere suddenly turned tense. Several English players were seen voicing their displeasure as the mood shifted from diplomatic to confrontational.
Despite the heated moment, the Indian side stood firm, displaying a hunger for personal and team milestones. The visitors, under Shubman Gill’s captaincy, showed grit throughout the Test. KL Rahul’s steady innings and the contributions of Jadeja and Sundar played a key role in India’s resilient performance, ensuring they would not concede the match.
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While the match eventually ended without a result, the closing moments left cricket fans buzzing. In a series already packed with drama, the Old Trafford Test added another fiery chapter — a blend of sporting rivalry, personal ambition, and national pride — that will be remembered for much more than just the scoreboard.
— Drizzyat12Kennyat8 (@45kennyat7PM) July 27, 2025
This was Pakistan on the morning of 10th May. pic.twitter.com/JEinW0ukD4
— Gabbar (@GabbbarSingh) July 27, 2025
One piece of advice for Team England ? pic.twitter.com/OrgTRJCuWf
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) July 27, 2025
I understand Ben Stokes’ ego for a second because he has achieved something in Tests.
What the hell have Brook and Crawley achieved to speak crap to our players??? 😂
Just a bunch of entitled pricks who think that the world will dance to their tunes. Well done India. #INDvsENG
— Anuj Nitin Prabhu (@APTalksCricket) July 27, 2025
Harry brook looking for a shakehand after @imjadeja 100
😂😂😂#INDvsEND pic.twitter.com/hVbhJNoJFe
— Phoenix🇮🇳 (@sharma02neeraj) July 27, 2025
No sir, @imjadeja did not get a hundred against Harry Brook – He got this hundred against the entire bowling attack – Under extreme pressure – Fighting for his team with their backs against the wall !! Use part-timers to save your bowlers but don’t disrespect someone’s effort!
— Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) July 27, 2025
“Fuckin hell Washi, get on with it” 😅
Frustrated Englishman is a sight to behold.— cricBC (@cricBC) July 27, 2025
