ENG-W vs IND-W Prediction, Players, News: 9/7/2025

India Women will head into the fourth T20I at Emirates Old Trafford with their eyes on securing a 3-1 lead in the series after narrowly missing a series-clinching opportunity at The Oval. England Women managed to stay alive in the five-match series by pulling off a thrilling five-run win in London, defending 12 runs off the final over with Harmanpreet Kaur and Amanjot Kaur at the crease.

Despite a strong opening stand of 137 from the hosts, India staged an impressive comeback with the ball, removing eight wickets for just 34 runs in the final 28 deliveries. That dramatic shift gave India control, but they ultimately fell just short as England’s bowlers held their nerve at the death.

England Women: Signs of Promise Amid Concerns

England will take confidence from their last-over win but remain cautious about their recurring middle-order issues. With Nat Sciver-Brunt missing the third match, Tammy Beaumont stepped in as captain. Despite England’s batting inconsistencies, their bowlers delivered in key moments to halt India’s momentum.

The biggest positive for the home side was the return to form of openers Sophia Dunkley and Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, who finally clicked to lay a dominant foundation. The team will hope this form carries through to the upcoming contest.

However, middle-order contributions will be essential to build on any early advantage. Alice Capsey, Amy Jones, and Paige Scholfield are crucial in anchoring the innings during the middle overs and accelerating toward the finish.

With the ball, Sophie Ecclestone remains England’s primary threat, leading a capable attack alongside Lauren Bell and Charlotte Dean, both of whom boast over 50 wickets in the T20 format. England will rely on these bowlers to repeat their late-inning discipline from the previous match.

Predicted England XI: Sophia Dunkley, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Alice Capsey, Tammy Beaumont (c), Amy Jones (wk), Paige Scholfield, Sophie Ecclestone, Issy Wong, Charlotte Dean, Lauren Filer, Lauren Bell

India Women: Opportunity for Redemption

India were on the verge of sealing the series 3-0 during the third match, needing just 49 runs off 41 balls with eight wickets in hand. Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur looked in control before a sudden collapse shifted the momentum. Mandhana’s dismissal triggered a slowdown, with Richa Ghosh unable to stabilize the innings. Even skipper Kaur struggled to apply pressure late in the chase.

India will need a more solid middle-order showing to close out close games. Kaur, who has struggled for form, is expected to step up at No. 4. Richa Ghosh and Amanjot Kaur will shoulder the responsibility of finishing the innings, especially in pressure situations.

The good news for India is the form of their opening pair—Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana—who have looked composed and threatening at the top. If they deliver again, India could establish a strong base to counter England’s bowling.

India’s bowlers have been consistent throughout the series. Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav, and Deepti Sharma have contributed crucial breakthroughs in each match. Even when frontline options haven’t fired, others have stepped up, showcasing depth and variety in the attack.

Predicted India XI: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amanjot Kaur, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Sneh Rana, Shree Charani

Weather & Pitch Outlook

Cloudy skies are expected in Manchester during match time, though light rain is forecast earlier in the day. With temperatures hovering around 22°C, playing conditions should remain favorable once the match gets underway. While the last T20I at Old Trafford saw rain interruptions, current forecasts suggest no major delays.

The pitch at Old Trafford generally provides a fair contest between bat and ball. While some games have been high-scoring, others have seen bowlers dominate. The average first-innings total in the last 10 matches stands at 152. However, for a safer match-winning cushion, teams should aim for a target in the 175–180 range.

Toss Strategy: Bowl First

Recent history at this ground shows a slight advantage for teams bowling first. Five of the last 10 T20s have been won by the chasing side, and all three recent Women’s T20 Blast matches here followed that pattern. While England may consider batting first to avoid exposing their middle-order under scoreboard pressure, India’s strong bowling unit may make them lean toward chasing once again.

Match Prediction: India Slight Favorites

Though England edged out a narrow win in the third game, India remain the more balanced side heading into the fourth T20I. With an in-form top order, a deep bowling unit, and the resilience they’ve shown throughout the series, India Women have the tools to bounce back. England’s batting still poses questions, particularly under pressure.

Our prediction: India Women to win and take a 3-1 series lead.