During Day 1 of the fourth Test match between India and England at Old Trafford, an unusual yet endearing sight caught the attention of fans and commentators alike. Young Indian batter Sai Sudharsan was spotted calmly reading a book while dressed in full batting gear inside the Indian dressing room. The moment, captured on camera, quickly made rounds on social media, drawing praise and amusement in equal measure.
With helmet strapped on, gloves in place, and pads secured, Sudharsan appeared completely immersed in his book, seemingly unfazed by the tension of the live Test match.
Fans admired the calm and composed nature Sudharsan displayed, with many praising his focus and discipline. It also sparked curiosity about what book he was reading, as cricket lovers tried to identify the title from the visuals.
Moments like these continue to remind fans that cricketers, beyond their aggressive strokes and fiery spells, also carry a deeply human side, one that sometimes just wants to enjoy a good read before potentially facing England’s fiery pace attack.
IND Vs ENG, 4th Test: Zak Crawley's Enthusiastic Appeal Steals Spotlight On Day 1 At Old Trafford; Video
England opener Zak Crawley stole a bit of the spotlight on Day 1 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford with his animated and passionate appeal from the slip cordon. The moment came when Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was struck on the pads early in the innings, sparking a loud LBW shout from the English bowlers and an even louder, more energetic reaction from Crawley.
As the ball thudded into Jaiswal’s pads and the bowler turned around to appeal, Crawley was seen bouncing up and down with excitement, arms raised and voice ringing out, demanding the wicket with the kind of enthusiasm rarely seen even in high-pressure Test moments. The appeal caught the attention of fans both in the stadium and watching around the world.
Ultimately, the umpire was unmoved, and England chose not to review. But Crawley’s exaggerated appeal was already a highlight that underlined England’s energy and eagerness in the field as they looked to seal the series.
Crawley’s gesture quickly made its way across social media, with fans and commentators alike noting the England batter’s almost cartoonish enthusiasm. While the appeal didn’t result in a wicket, it reflected the sharp intent with which England began proceedings after choosing to bowl first under overcast skies.
