Stokes Takes Five Wickets as India Scores 358 in Fourth Test at Old Trafford

In the fourth Test at Old Trafford, England captain Ben Stokes claimed his first five-wicket haul in eight years, finishing with figures of 5-72 to bowl India out for 358. Despite a fractured foot sustained on day one, India’s Rishabh Pant made a courageous 54 off 75 balls, receiving a standing ovation for his resilience and determination. Pant, who was ruled out of wicketkeeping duties due to the injury, batted with restricted mobility but managed to hit a memorable six and reach his 18th Test fifty. India's innings included notable contributions from Sai Sudharsan (61), Yashasvi Jaiswal (58), and Shardul Thakur (41), but the English bowling attack, including Jofra Archer with 3-73, ultimately dominated. England responded strongly with an opening partnership of 77 without loss at tea, signaling a positive start in their chase. The match remains pivotal with India trailing 2-1 in the series and aiming to keep their series victory hopes alive at a venue where they have never won a Test before.