Have India ever won a Test at Old Trafford? Stats
What's the story
After three thrilling matches, England and India are set to clash in the 4th Test at Old Trafford, Manchester, starting July 23. England currently lead the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar trophy 2-1 after winning at Headingley and Lord's. The iconic Old Trafford, which has played host to several riveting encounters, awaits the two sides. As per ESPNcricinfo, India have not won a Test on this ground.
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Four losses in nine Tests
Between 1936 and 2014, India have played nine Tests at Old Trafford. They lost four of those games, with five Tests ending in draws (1936, 1946, 1971, 1982, and 1990). India's defeats at Old Trafford came in 1952, 1959, 1974, and 2014. Notably, India haven't played a Test in Manchester since their 2014 tour. This remains their only Test here in the 21st century.
2014
Innings defeat in 2014
As mentioned, India last played at Old Trafford in 2014, under MS Dhoni's leadership. It was during India's dismal tour, where they lost 1-3. The series was tied (1-1) after India won at Lord's while England prevailed at The Rose Bowl. The series opener at Trent Bridge was drawn. In Manchester, England gained a 2-1 lead after winning by an innings and 54 runs.
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Only other innings defeat at Old Trafford
India's only other innings defeat at Old Trafford came in 1952. England racked up 347/9d in the first innings. The visitors were bowled out for a sub-100 score twice (58 and 82). The Vijay Hazare-led India lost by an innings and 207 runs.
Performers
Who are India's top performers?
With an average of 48.40, Sunil Gavaskar is India's highest run-scorer (242) at Old Trafford in Test history. Vijay Merchant (225) is the only other Indian with 200-plus runs at this venue. On the other hand, Vinoo Mankad has the most Test wickets for India at Old Trafford (9). His tally includes a five-wicket haul. Only two other Indians own eight-plus wickets here.