England 339/6, 35 to win. India need 4 wickets to level series 2–2. Rain delays final Test finish at The Oval.
5 Big Moments from IND vs ENG 5th Test Day 4
👉 Brook and Root Dominate the Chase
- Harry Brook (111 off 98) and Joe Root (105) shared a commanding 195 run fourth wicket stand that swung momentum firmly in England’s favour.
👉 India Strike Back After Tea
- Prasidh Krishna ended Root’s innings at 105, triggering a mini collapse. England dropped to 339/6, needing 35 more with only four wickets remaining.
👉 Siraj and Krishna Apply Pressure
- Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj struck crucial blows after tea, giving India a much needed boost.
👉 Weather Halts Play Early
- Bad light first delayed play, then heavy rain washed out the remaining time. With England just 35 runs from a win, the match now heads to a dramatic Day 5.
👉 Final Day Drama Ahead
- England need 35 more, India must grab four wickets. Woakes is injured and may not bat, so India still have hope. A tense finish if the weather holds.
Day 4 Scorecard at a Glance
⭐ Standout Performers
- Harry Brook: 111 off 98 balls, an attacking century that changed the game
- Joe Root: Scored 105, showed class and calm when it mattered
- Prasidh Krishna: Took Root’s wicket and bowled a strong spell after lunch
- Mohammed Siraj: Bowled with control and intensity
👀 What’s Next on Day 5?
✅ England need 35 runs with four wickets remaining to win the series.
✅ India’s seamers Siraj and Krishna will look for quick wickets on a worn Oval pitch.
✅ If the weather holds, expect a tense Day 5 finish. Who blinks first?
🧠 Final Thought
👍 The balance keeps shifting, but the Test is still wide open. England are close to sealing the series, but India’s late push means it’s not over yet. Day 5 will be all about calm heads and big moments.
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