The fourth Test match between India and England at Old Trafford, Manchester, entered its pivotal second day today, July 24, 2025, with India in a determined mood to establish dominance. Resuming their first innings at a precarious 264 for four, the onus was squarely on the overnight unbeaten pair of Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur to not just consolidate, but to actively forge a significant first innings lead.