On Day 4, England finished 339 for 6, needing just 35 more runs to win the series with four wickets to spare. Joe Root (105) and Harry Brook (111) had a 195 run partnership, placing England in a commanding position. India fought back post tea with Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj getting early wickets, including Root’s, reviving their chances. Rain and bad light stopped play early bringing Day 4 to an incomplete close and setting up an exhilarating last session on Day 5.
Mohammed Siraj delivers a sensational performance, dismissing Gus Atkinson to complete his five-wicket haul and hand India a thrilling win by just 6 runs. With three crucial wickets on the final day, Siraj etched his name into the match’s legacy.
Prasidh Krishna uproots Josh Tongue’s stumps with a searing delivery. An injured Chris Woakes limps out to bat as England’s last hope. India now need just 1 wicket to seal a thrilling victory.
Mohammed Siraj unleashes a fiery delivery and makes a loud LBW appeal against Jamie Overton. The umpire raises his finger, but Overton opts for a review. Replay shows no bat involved, and the ball is clearly hitting the stumps. Decision upheld—Overton is out. India two wickets away from win !!
Mohammed Siraj is on fire as he dismisses Jamie Smith with a sharp delivery, caught cleanly by wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel. With that breakthrough, India now stands just three wickets away from sealing the win.
As the high-stakes contest approaches, both England and India are dealing with injury worries. On England’s side, seasoned all-rounder Chris Woakes is managing a shoulder injury. Though not at full fitness, Woakes has indicated he’s ready to step up if the situation demands. He has reportedly confirmed he will bat if required, showing his commitment to the team despite the discomfort. Meanwhile, India’s Akash Deep is also nursing a fitness concern. The fast bowler, who has impressed in recent appearances, is reportedly prepared to bowl through pain, even if it means relying on painkillers to get through his spells.
Both players have made it clear: they’re willing to play through the pain for their teams. While their fitness may be less than ideal, their determination could prove vital in a tightly contested match.
It is not predicted to rain until the afternoon, which is a comfort for both players and fans. This means that there may be clear skies for the first few hours, which would enable a series deciding outcome. This implies that the outcome of the game is anticipated to be known within the first few hours.