England and India clash in a pivotal fourth Test at Old Trafford, with the series and World Test Championship points on the line.
The stage is set for a showdown at Old Trafford as England and India prepare to lock horns in the fourth test of their five-match series, starting tomorrow, July 22, 2025.
With England holding a 2-1 lead, and both teams eyeing crucial World Test Championship points, this match could prove decisive in shaping the series and setting the tone for the remainder of the WTC cycle.
After a thrilling 22-run win at Lord’s, sealed by Ben Stokes’ all-round brilliance and Jofra Archer’s comeback, England arrive with momentum and home support behind them.
India, under the leadership of 25-year-old Shubman Gill, are battling injuries, but their emphatic win at Edgbaston showed the firepower they still possess.
For England, a win would clinch their first five-match series victory since 2018.
For India, it’s a must-win clash to level the series and keep hopes alive heading into the final Test.
England vs India Odds
England vs India Fourth Test Odds
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| England | 21/20 |
| Draw | 3/1 |
| India | 23/10 |
England vs India Test Series Winner Odds
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| England | 2/7 |
| Draw | 10/1 |
| India | 8/1 |
Who is favourite to win England vs India?
England are favourites at a best price of 21/20 (BetMGM) to win the fourth test against India.
They are 2/7 with various bookmakers to win the series.
Heading into the fourth Test at Old Trafford, England are rightly seen as favourites to take a decisive 3-1 series lead.
Their dramatic 22-run victory at Lord’s not only swung momentum back their way but reinforced the effectiveness of their high-risk, high-reward “Bazball” approach in home conditions.
With the pitch in Manchester expected to offer pace and bounce, conditions specifically requested by coach Brendon McCullum, England’s seam-heavy attack, led by Jofra Archer and the indefatigable Ben Stokes, is likely to pose serious problems for India’s top order.
However, writing off India would be premature. While they enter as "underdogs" at odds of 23/10 (Unibet), hampered by injuries and inconsistent fourth-innings performances, they’ve shown flashes of brilliance, most notably at Edgbaston, where Shubman Gill’s double ton and Akash Deep’s ten wickets underlined the talent within this side.
If Jasprit Bumrah returns fully fit, he could be the wildcard India desperately need, particularly on a surface that suits his strengths.
