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News18
18 hours ago
- Climate
- News18
Trouble Loading For India In Manchester: Pictures Of Old Trafford Pitch Goes Viral
Last Updated: Rain in Manchester has left the pitch damp despite Monday's sunshine. Gloomy weather is forecast for the coming days, with rain likely to affect the fourth Test's final two days. India have been welcomed with flat tracks in the first three Tests of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. However, it's likely to be opposite when they take on England in the fourth Test in Manchester. The pictures of the Old Trafford strip have gone viral on social media, and the first look indicates dampness in the pitch. It has been raining for the past few days in Manchester, and thus, the square appears to be damp. Although the sun was blazing down on Monday, the weather is expected to be gloomy the next couple of days and might affect the fourth Test as well, most likely on the last two days. PITCH FOR THE FOURTH TEST BETWEEN INDIA vs ENGLAND…!!!– A Green Top. [📸: Sahil Malhotra] — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 21, 2025 India and England will resume their battle in the penultimate Test of the series after an eight-day break, . England come into the game following a dramatic 22-run win in the third Test at Lord's. India are in a precarious situation at the moment as they can't afford to lose the next two Tests so as to keep the series alive. India are dealing with fresh injury blows ahead of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester, starting Wednesday. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remainder of the series due to a left knee injury sustained during a gym session on Sunday. Scans revealed ligament damage, and he will now return home for further treatment, the BCCI confirmed on Monday. Pacer Arshdeep Singh, who is yet to debut in the series, has also been ruled out of the fourth Test after injuring his left thumb while bowling in the nets at Beckenham last week. To bolster the squad, Haryana seamer Anshul Kamboj has been drafted in as cover and has already joined the team in Manchester. The injury concerns have come at a crucial juncture, with England leading the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-1 heading into the fourth Test of what has been an intense series. view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 16:24 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
First look of Old Trafford pitch: Is trouble brewing for Shubman Gill's men in Manchester?
The pitch for the fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford in Manchester (Image credit: Sahil Malhotra/ NEW DELHI: The pitch for the upcoming fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford in Manchester — starting July 23 — was captured on Monday by India, currently trailing 1-2 in the five-match series, will be eager to level the contest in this crucial encounter. According to the surface appears noticeably green, while the outfield is quite damp due to consistent rainfall over the past few days. However, Monday brought clearer skies and sunshine, offering a brief reprieve from the wet conditions. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! After an eight-day break, both teams will resume their battle in the penultimate Test of the series. England come into the match with momentum, having secured a dramatic 22-run win in the third Test at Lord's. Led by Shubman Gill , the Indian team will be aiming for a strong comeback in Manchester following some encouraging individual performances in the earlier matches. However, weather conditions could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the fourth Test — especially with rain predicted on multiple days. Weather Forecast for the 4th Test in Manchester: Day 1 (July 23): Expect cloudy skies with intermittent showers, particularly during the second session. Temperatures will range from a low of 14°C to a high of 19°C. Rain probability: 59% EXCLUSIVE: Nitish Kumar Reddy ruled out of England Test series Day 2: Mostly cloudy conditions are expected, with morning showers potentially delaying the start. Temperatures will range between 13°C and 20°C. Rain probability: 55% Day 3: This day offers the best chance for uninterrupted play, with minimal cloud cover and the lowest chances of rain. The temperature will stay between 13°C and 21°C. Rain probability: 25% India camp hit by more injuries, Playing XI TENSION before Manchester Test vs England Day 4: Intervals of sunshine and clouds are forecast, followed by passing showers in the post-tea session. The temperature will remain consistent at 13°C minimum and 20°C maximum. Rain probability: 58% Day 5: The final day could also be affected by a couple of showers, alongside alternating sun and cloud cover. Temperature projections remain unchanged from Day 4. Rain probability: 58% Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
3 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Team India arrives in Manchester via train, takes last moment U-turn and walks 300m in rain
Image credit: Sahil Malhotra/ in Manchester: The Indian cricket team arrived in Manchester via train this afternoon and was greeted by a steady drizzle. The team, however, took a last-minute U-turn and didn't take the planned route of exiting the platform where the train had arrived. They instead snuck out from a back door, and the players were made to walk 300m, mostly in the rain, to board the team bus. Captain Shubman Gill was spotted with the team as others rushed into the bus because of the rain. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! India stayed back in London after the heartbreak at Lord's and even had a training session in Beckenham. Every player except KL Rahul was in attendance, and while the likes of Rishabh Pant , Akash Deep, and Mohammed Siraj took it easy, the rest operated at full intensity. There was a cause for concern as Arshdeep Singh, who is yet to play a game, injured his bowling hand. The side will now begin preparations at the Old Trafford Ground in Manchester with sessions tomorrow, the day after, and on the eve of the match. Why Team India came to Manchester from London via train and walked in rain The first session will be behind closed doors without any access to the media, just like it happened for two sessions in Birmingham, and doors will be opened for the morning session on July 21 and the afternoon hit on July 22. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 1 minute and see why everyone is addicted. Undo The Indian team will find the city very pleasant compared to London as it is much cooler and there has been consistent drizzle for the last few days. Even the match days have forecasts of rain, but it hasn't been threatening so far. An odd spell of light showers here and there shouldn't really be a cause for major concern. The weather, however, can play funny tricks in England, and Manchester is unlikely to be any different in the coming week. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Inside Lord's: Exclusive Stadium Tour & Must-Do Experiences
Get ready for an insider's look at Lord's! Sahil Malhotra from TOI Sports shows us around the legendary stadium, from the hallowed turf to the MCC Museum with the Ashes Urn. Find out what else you can do at this historic venue when you visit!
Time of India
7 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
TOI Sports reporter attacked in London: 'Alone at midnight after Lord's Test, I faced the scariest moment of my life'
TOI Sports reporter Sahil Malhotra was attacked in London on Monday. in London: It was close to midnight, and the overhead train line was about to reach Northwick Park Station — my final destination. The match had ended at Lord's a few hours earlier, and after a quick bite and a lot of walking near Tower Bridge with my colleagues covering the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, everyone dispersed in their respective directions. My stretch didn't overlap with anyone, so I covered the last leg of the journey home alone — just like I had the past week in London. Northwick Park Station wears a deserted look during the midnight hours, but I had never felt anything suspicious over the past week. Monday night, however, turned out to be different. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Right after leaving the station, I took the exit towards my accommodation at Lulworth Avenue and continued to hum my favourite songs. It felt like business as usual before I took the immediate turn from the station and saw five men, in their 20s, approaching me. Right from their body language to how they covered half their faces with balaclavas — nothing felt right about that moment. I froze instantly because I had a lot of expensive equipment on me: a laptop, two cell phones, and personal belongings. Two of the five started walking towards me while the other three continued walking to the station to keep a watch on the road. The scene felt straight out of a Bollywood movie in the residential neighbourhood, which wasn't generously lit. India vs England: India fall short at Lord's, England lead series 2-1 I was immediately reminded of my travelling colleagues being ill-treated and abused by drunk hooligans before the day's play began. And here I was, at the heart of it, alone, in the wee hours of the night. The first reaction was to take a few steps back, and that's when one of them charged aggressively and said, "Calm down, bro. We just want to talk." Of course, this was hardly the moment to remain calm because I knew what was next. The very next second, the second guy asked me for the camera because I was carrying a bulky tripod in my hand. When they didn't get the ideal response from me, one of them implored me to remove the smartwatch from my left wrist. It was then that I started yelling as adrenaline and panic took over. As one of the masked men reached for a knife in his jacket, I gave the tripod a wild swing, and they took a few steps back. In that split moment, I started running for my life — quite literally — and yelled the choicest expletives in Punjabi, hoping someone from the nearby houses would come for help. While none of that happened, one guy chased me for 50m — which felt much longer — before he took a U-turn as the next neighbourhood was better lit. Shubman Gill blames 'judgement error' as Rishabh Pant run-out haunts India in Lord's heartbreak Still shaken, the first thing I did was call my wife, who was deep in sleep because it was close to 5am IST. But I needed to hear a familiar voice then, and when I regained composure, the next call went to my colleagues with whom I was sharing the accommodation. In a split second, they rushed to my location, calmed me down, and together we walked home. I was still in a state of shock because it was a narrow escape from a mugging — or worse. Numerous thoughts circled in my head. What if they had managed to get the knife out? Materialistically, what if they had taken my valuables — some personal and some official? What if they had gotten away with my passport as well? The thoughts kept crossing my mind, but in that moment I looked at my tripod and smiled. I had cursed it the moment I took the flight to England because it had cost me Rs. 9,000 in excess baggage charges due to the size. Yet, here I was. On my last day in London, that piece of metal saved my life, equipment, and belongings. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
