Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
Match: 4th Test – India vs England, 2025
Result: Match Drawn
Team India was under immense pressure in the fourth Test of the series. After conceding 669 runs to England and losing early wickets in their second innings, the visitors needed a miracle to survive. And that miracle came from the blade of Ravindra Jadeja, who produced one of his finest Test knocks – an unbeaten 107 runs – under extreme pressure.
Jadeja’s Innings Overview: Calm, Composed, and Clutch
Final Score:
- 107 runs*
- Balls Faced: 185
- Fours: 13
- Sixes: 1
- Strike Rate: 57.84
Jadeja walked in to bat with India in trouble and showed brilliant temperament. He handled spin, bounce, and pace with complete confidence. Not only did he score at a healthy rate, but also stayed unbeaten till the end to guide India to safety.
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Historic Moment: First Century in England
Though Jadeja had already scored centuries in Test cricket before, this was his first-ever Test hundred on English soil. What makes it even more special is that he batted at number 6, a position from where scoring centuries in England is extremely rare.
Record: First Indian batter to score two centuries at No.6 or lower in Tests in England
Game-Changing Partnership with Washington Sundar
Jadeja shared a match-saving unbeaten 203-run partnership with Washington Sundar (101*), frustrating the English bowlers for more than 50 overs. This stand rescued India after they were reduced to 0 for 2 early in the innings.
🔗 5th Wicket Partnership Stats:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravindra Jadeja | 107* | 185 | 13 | 1 |
| Washington Sundar | 101* | 206 | 9 | 1 |
| Partnership Total | 203 | 332 | 22 | 2 |
Their partnership broke the record for highest 5th wicket stand by India against England at Old Trafford, overtaking the 112-run stand by Azharuddin and Tendulkar in 1990.
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Jadeja’s Innings Progression
Jadeja paced his innings smartly:
- Reached 50 in 86 balls
- Got to 100 with a six, stepping out and launching it over long-on
- Celebrated with his iconic sword celebration, much to the delight of the crowd
Series Performance Boost
Jadeja’s century was not a one-off. He had been in great form throughout the series. With this knock:
- He became the fourth Indian in the series to cross 400+ runs, along with Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant.
- Also recorded most 50+ scores by an Indian at No.6 or lower in a Test series (5 times)
Jadeja’s Overall Test Stats (Till 4th Test 2025)
| Matches | Runs | 100s | 50s | Best | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75+ | 3100+ | 5 | 27 | 175 | 37+ |
His 107* will go down as one of his best innings due to the match situation, conditions, and the mental toughness it required.
Impact on the Match
Jadeja’s knock helped:
- Draw the match from a hopeless situation
- Keep the series alive at 2-1 with one Test remaining
- Maintain India’s unbeaten streak at Old Trafford after batting second
Captain & Crowd Reactions
- Captain Shubman Gill was seen smiling and applauding every milestone from the balcony.
- Fans at Old Trafford gave him a standing ovation when he reached his century.
- England skipper Ben Stokes even offered a handshake before the milestones were complete – but Jadeja wasn’t done yet.
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Final Match Summary
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| England | 669 | – | Match Drawn |
| India | 358 | 425/4 |
Ravindra Jadeja’s 107 not out was more than just a milestone. It was a symbol of resilience, grit, and experience. At a time when India desperately needed a savior, Sir Jadeja stepped up and delivered under pressure. His knock didn’t just save the Test — it also added another golden page to his already impressive Test legacy.
