As it happened | IND Vs ENG, 4th Test, Day 4: India beat England by 5 wickets in the fourth Test here at JSCA International Stadium Complex on Monday. With a win, India sealed a five-match series by taking an unassailable 3-1 lead.
The unbeaten 72-run stand between Shubman Gill (52 not out off 124 balls) and Dhruv Jurel (39 not out off 77) helped India get over the line following a middle-order collapse.
In the morning session, Rohit Sharma (55 off 81) scored a crucial fifty and shared an 84-run stand with his opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal (37).
The fifth and final Test starts from March 7 in Dharamsala.
Day 4 commenced with India firmly in control, as their openers, Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal, orchestrated a solid start, accumulating runs and constructing a formidable partnership. Sharma’s impressive fifty laid the foundation for India’s pursuit of victory, as the duo combined for a promising 84-run opening stand. However, England’s Joe Root intervened, claiming the crucial wicket of Jaiswal to spark a shift in momentum. Tom Hartley’s dismissal of Sharma further bolstered England’s resurgence, but Shoaib Bashir’s double breakthrough after Lunch injected fresh uncertainty into the contest. Despite England’s spirited fightback, India’s young duo, Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel, displayed remarkable composure and resilience, thwarting the visitors’ aggressive tactics. Gill notched up an excellent half-century while Jurel also stayed unbeaten till the end. Their patient partnership of 72 runs guided India across the finish line, securing a memorable victory for the Men in Blue.
Day 3 of the Test match witnessed India’s remarkable turnaround, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion. Dhruv Jurel’s resilient innings and a stellar bowling display, headlined by Ravichandran Ashwin’s five-wicket haul and Kuldeep Yadav’s four-wicket contribution, propelled India into a commanding position. Despite facing early setbacks, India showcased determination and resilience, narrowing England’s lead to a mere 46 runs. England, in their second innings, encountered fierce resistance from India’s bowlers, with Ashwin’s fiery spell dismantling their top order. However, Zak Crawley’s counter-attacking fifty provided some stability before India struck back with crucial wickets. As England set a target of 192 runs, India’s openers, led by Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal, launched a brisk start, placing them in a favorable position to secure victory on the Final Day.
As Day 2 of the Test match concluded, England emerged as the dominant force, buoyed by commendable performances from Joe Root and Ollie Robinson. Root’s masterful century anchored England’s innings, while Robinson’s spirited batting bolstered the team’s total, marking his maiden Test fifty. However, India found solace in the resilient partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal, who notched up another gritty half-century, and Sarfaraz Khan, offering a glimmer of hope for the hosts. Despite facing setbacks, the duo showcased determination and resolve, setting the stage for an enthralling Day 3. Meanwhile, Shoaib Bashir’s stellar bowling effort yielded his best figures in first-class cricket, further solidifying England’s position. Conversely, Kuldeep Yadav and Dhruv Jurel’s tenacity ensured no further wickets fell before Stumps, hinting at a potential resurgence in India’s innings.
What a thrilling victory for India! This match was a rollercoaster ride, with momentum swinging back and forth, but it was the hosts who showed greater resilience and composure, clinching a decisive 3-1 series lead. England will rue missed opportunities, particularly after a promising position at the end of Day 2. However, their failure to capitalize on those chances ultimately proved costly, sealing their fate in this match and the series.
IND Vs ENG, 4th Test LIVE Updates: Both batters will be confident after this match-winning knock. This is the first series loss for England under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes coaching and captaincy respectively.
IND Vs ENG, 4th Test LIVE Updates: With this victory, India won the Test series against England and this is very special victory for India. Young guns Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel played a very well unbeaten partnership of 72 runs. You cannot predict a better finish than this.
IND Vs ENG, 4th Test LIVE Updates: After Jadeja and Sarfaraz’s wicket, India were reeling but this partnership between Dhriv Jurel and Shubman Gill changed the game for India. And India won the fourth Test match by five wickets.
IND Vs ENG, 4th Test LIVE Updates: Just six runs to win. What a great game for India. Both batters are steady and England looking for a miracle here.
Fingers crossed for India.
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