Old Trafford Showdown: Can India Break England’s Fortress? – Day 3 Prediction

England plays India in the fourth Test match at Old Trafford, riding high on the momentum of the series. Home dominance persists, seam-favoring weather prevails, and key bowlers return. For India to have a chance in swing-friendly conditions, they must fight early.

Match Overview

DateTime (BST)VenueTeamsLeague
25 July 2025Approx. 11:00 BST (Day-game)Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester, EnglandEngland vs. IndiaICC World Test Championship

Intro

On Friday, 25 July 2025, the India will face England at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester. First pitch is scheduled for around 11:00 BST. England are favorites with a moneyline of approximately 1.00 (evens / –200), while India are underdogs at around 1.90 (21/10, +150). England are also the “run‑line” favorite in effect (i.e. to win outright), and the over/under for total match runs is not published in Test cricket, but standard props include first‑innings overs markets or totals which vary dramatically, so we’ll omit that in table form.


Game Odds & Lines

Bet TypeOdds
MoneylineEngland: 1.00 (even odds) • India: 1.90 (21/10, +150)
Run Line(effectively India to win test) England: implied favorite (–) • India: underdog (+)
Total Runs (O/U)Not applicable / not typical in Tests (may show 1st‑innings overs or totals)

Key Players

TeamLead BowlerRecent W‑L / Series form
EnglandJofra Archer / Chris WoakesArcher returned at Lord’s with five wickets; England bowlers dominant in final innings win.
IndiaMohammed Siraj / Jasprit BumrahSiraj starred with 6‑70 at Edgbaston; Bumrah available for fourth Test.

Weather Conditions

ForecastWindHumidityBallpark Factor
Mostly dry, cloudy intervals, chance of showers later in weekLight winds; cloud can aid seamersModerate (around 60–70%)Cloud cover and green grass favour bowlers; seam-friendly conditions expected at Old Trafford

Last 5 Games Record (Both Teams)

TeamLast 5 Tests (most recent first)
EnglandW vs India (Lord’s), L vs India (Edgbaston), W vs Australia, L vs Australia, W vs West Indies
IndiaL at Lord’s (narrow), W at Edgbaston, W vs Australia (home), L vs Australia (home), W vs Bangladesh

Head‑to‑Head Record

Venue/TestResult
Lord’s 3rd TestEngland won by 22 runs
Edgbaston 2nd TestIndia won by 336 runs
Headingley 1st TestEngland won by narrow margin
Previous Old Trafford TestsEngland generally strong at Old Trafford – India have never won there in nine attempts

Key Insights & Betting Trends

  • England unbeaten at Old Trafford in nine Tests
  • India thriving in second innings with seam attack depth
  • Siraj and Bumrah forming potent new-ball threat
  • Archer’s return strengthens England’s pace unit
  • Weather/cloud cover expected to assist swing bowlers

Expert Picks & Recommended Bets

Bet TypeSelection
MoneylineEngland @ 1.00 (evens)
Run LineEngland to win outright
Total RunsFirst‑innings over/under props may favour under (weather/cloud)

Predicted Outcome

England look poised to seal the series on Day 3 at Old Trafford. Their bowlers, especially Archer and Woakes, have shown real control in pressure situations, while India’s batting continues to be vulnerable under swinging conditions. With home advantage and favorable weather conditions for seam bowling, England are likely to wrap up the match before the weekend. India will need extraordinary resistance from their top order and breakthroughs from Siraj and Bumrah to avoid a straight‑sets defeat.

Courtesy: https://www.espncricinfo.com/, https://www.firstpost.com/firstcricket/, https://m.cricbuzz.com/, https://www.skysports.com/


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