India’s Bowlers Claw Back as England Stumbles Towards Victory
England ended Day 5 on a precarious 339/6, needing a mere 35 runs to secure victory against India. Jamie Overton (0*) and Jamie Smith (2*) remained unbeaten at the close of play.
The final session witnessed a resurgence from the Indian bowling attack. Akash Deep and Prasidh Krishna claimed crucial wickets, while Mohammed Siraj bowled a relentless spell, injecting much-needed hope into the Indian camp.
Uncertainty surrounds Chris Woakes’s participation, his shoulder injury casting a shadow over England’s chase. This injury, coupled with the late Indian fightback, adds a thrilling edge to the final day’s proceedings.
The match’s outcome will significantly impact India’s ranking in the upcoming World Test Championship cycle. A win for England would be a major setback for the Indian team’s aspirations.
