The fourth Test of the 2025 India tour of England is set to be a crucial match for both teams, with the match scheduled on the ground of Emirates Old Manchester. England currently leads the five-match series with 2-1, making this clash a decisive moment for both. A win here for England will seal the deal for the series as winners, while a victory for India will level things up and push the battle for a more exciting thriller at the end of the bilateral tour. Their last meeting at Lord’s was a complete cinematic thriller, with both teams scoring 387 in their first innings. England’s Zak Crawley (184) and Joe Root (104) were brilliant, while KL Rahul and Jadeja fought back hard for India. However the second day of the Test didn’t really go well with team India with the ball controversy. England’s lower order capitalized on the conditions, building a strong score. Despite a fightback from Jadeja on the final day, India fell short by just 22 runs and lost the match to hosts.
Coming into this match India will be eager to bounce back, relying on their opening order and powerful intent with the young captain leading the series. Meanwhile, England will be playing at home and are in good form, and will aim to wrap up the series. A win here for both teams means a chance to take a lead in the season and move further with winning momentum. So let’s look at the best fantasy cricket tips, pitch report and captaincy choices for ENG vs IND 4th Test in the series.
ENG vs IND Match Details, 4th Test India tour of England, 2025
| League | India tour of England, 2025 |
| Match | England vs India, 4th Test |
| Time | 9:00 PM IST, Wednesday, July 23, 2025 |
| Venue | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester |
ENG vs IND Pitch Report at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester:
The Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester pitch for the upcoming Test is expected to be a green, lively surface that will favor bowlers, especially seamers. With thick grass cover and a well-watered base, it promises early movement and a serious challenge for batters throughout the match. The famous Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester slope further complicates batting, causing the ball to move differently from each end. The pitch at this ground was once known for the pace and bounce, and has turned slow and flat in recent years. While the surface used to favor fast bowlers with swing and seam has now changed its pace and speed making it more batter friendly and suitable for spinners.
ENG vs IND 4th Test: Batters to watch(Recent Stats)
| Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
| Harry Brook | ENG | 10 | 1095 | 64.41 | 87.39 |
| Joe Root | ENG | 10 | 857 | 53.56 | 64.63 |
| Shubman Gill | IND | 8 | 844 | 56.27 | 66.93 |
| Rishabh Pant | IND | 10 | 822 | 43.26 | 73.92 |
ENG vs IND 4th Test: Bowlers to watch(Recent Stats)
| Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Economy | Strike Rate |
| Brydon Carse | ENG | 8 | 36 | 3.55 | 45.52 |
| Gus Atkinson | ENG | 6 | 21 | 3.35 | 46.19 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | IND | 8 | 44 | 2.88 | 34.36 |
| Mohammed Siraj | IND | 9 | 33 | 3.88 | 49.48 |
ENG vs IND Prediction 2025: Small League & Grand League Teams
We have outlined the top fantasy picks for you to consider adding to your team for today’s match. If you’re interested in participating in mega leagues on fantasy platforms, take a look at our Grand League Team below to finalize your today’s ENG vs IND fantasy team.
ENG vs IND Today Small League Team:
Wicketkeeper: R Pant, J Smith
Batters: S Gill, H Brook, KL Rahul, Y Jaiswal, Z Crawley
All-rounders: R Jadeja, B Stokes
Bowlers: J Bumrah, J Archer
ENG vs IND Today Grand League Team:
Wicketkeeper: R Pant, J Smith
Batters: J Root, KL Rahul, B Duckett, S Gill, Y Jaiswal
All-rounders: R Jadeja, B Stokes
Bowlers: J Bumrah, J Archer
ENG vs IND 4th Test Captain and Vice Captain choices
| Role | Players |
| Captain | J Smith, KL Rahul, S Gill |
| Vice-Captain | R Pant, Y Jaiswal, H Brook |
Try rotating the mentioned players across multiple fantasy teams to boost your chances of scoring big. Creating different combinations enhances your chances of winning. Use these ENG vs IND Fantasy tips to create your fantasy team and to build your lineup today.
ENG vs IND Predicted Playing XI
England Playing 11
Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, D Arcy Short, Ben Dunk (wk), Callum Ferguson, Daniel Christian, Ben Cutting, Steve OKeefe, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Brett Lee (c), Peter Siddle
India Playing 11
Dwayne Smith, Chris Gayle (c), Lendl Simmons, Kieron Pollard, Chadwick Walton (wk), Dwayne Bravo, William Perkins, Ashley Nurse, Sheldon Cottrell, Fidel Edwards, Sulieman Benn
Disclaimer: This fantasy cricket advice is based on the author’s analysis, experience, and publicly available data. Users are advised to use this information as a guide and make their own informed decisions. Crichourly does not support or provide insider information and is not liable for any financial losses resulting from the team selections.
