
Fifth and final test day 4 of Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy There was nothing less than cinema. With 324 runs still climbing, England began their chase in a composed manner. But what was in the second session was a complete massacre with the bat. Meanwhile, the Indian bowlers showed some battles in the final season, offering a small ray of hope for visitors.
The root keeps England closer to victory but India keeps hope alive
Till tea, England saw a happy side with a well winning win within 317 for 4 to 4. However, the Indian bowlers returned with fresh energy, determined to keep the competition alive. after Root Launched its 39th Test century, the speed was briefly moved. England batsmen started struggling under pressure, and Jacob BethelL, who fought for 31 balls, was eventually bowled for just 5.
A few overs later, a big shock came when the root was rejected Prasad krishnaThe oval was shocked leaving the crowd. Only 35 runs are needed and four wickets left, India tightened the ground and increased intensity. Visitors clarified that they would not easily hand over the match, establishing a stressful final route.
Harry Brook’s blazing century put England in the command at the Oval
On the starting game of day 4 in the oval, Harry Brook took the center stage With a magnificent century that activated England’s pursuit. After being demolished at 19, Brook captured Reprives and attacked the Indian bowlers aggressively, reaching 111 runs and with 12 fours and 2 sixes off just 98 balls. His confidence and powerful batting placed England in a strong position, especially when he navigated through India’s disciplined bowling attack.
With him, Oli pope Between the pressure, while working hard to catch your ground, provided stable support. Despite India’s efforts, especially like bowlers Sky deep And Prasad, Brook’s innings changed the pace, pushing England closer to his goal.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
#ASKSTAR
What is a great effort by all 3 fast bowlers. They have really removed opportunities from somewhere. Anything can happen tomorrow #INDVSENG– Baran Kumar (@barunnitb) August 3, 2025
Calling day 4 at the Oval due to poor light and rain.
India needs 4 wickets and England need 35 more runs to win. Is a Test match going on? The decision will be announced for 5 days. Stay tune. We will win #ENGVIND #INDVSENG pic.twitter.com/oicmt18s1t
– Vinod Vishwakarma (@We_knowd) August 3, 2025
All 5 tests end on the 5th day
What is a blockbuster chain #ENGVIND #INDVSENG– Crickupden (@Moutikhauhan 13) August 3, 2025
💯 There is a drama in the final innings of the Test match by Harry Brook that honors you from all around.
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) August 3, 2025
A great comeback by Indian bowlers….
Prasad Krishna 🤌
Siraj ……
Hope India will make it 4 tomorrow#INDVSENG– Rishi (@Rishiro264) August 3, 2025
India had an outsided opportunity that it had gone till date because was behind the crowd. Tomorrow it will not be the same intensity and the use of significantly heavy roller will reduce the pitch.#ENGVIND
– Arjun4u (@arjun4u1) August 3, 2025
🚨 Fifth test is going in the last day 🚨
– This is full cinema.
1 Test 5 days, second Test, third Test, 4th Test and 5th Test 🤯 One of the most Test Test series in history. pic.twitter.com/kdrvedssnq
– Johns. (@Criccrazyjohns) August 3, 2025
Cricket Gayan: Another great day of Test cricket: @root66 One is great at all times, Harry Brooks are on their way to become the next English great. If England wins, it will be one of his best. If India wins, it will be fitting: 2-2 is a proper result …
– Rajdeep Sardasai (@sardesairajdeep) August 3, 2025
Why did there not be any activity from the ground staff to clean the rain water after the rain stopped? It is deliberately delayed so that England will benefit from the roller tomorrow?! #ENGVIND
– Sahil Prakash (@Sahil_Prakash) August 3, 2025
What a Test match!
Stump 4 days: England 339/6, just 35 runs are required to win with 4 wickets in hand!
Joe ton of root gave him hope, but India returned late!
Waiting for Nail-Biteing Day 5#ENGVIND #Testcrick #JOEROOT #Crickettwitter– Haris Mahmud (@harishma73708878) August 3, 2025
This is the path of prasad 💥
And we believe#WHISTLEPODU #ENGVIND
📷: bcci pic.twitter.com/nbm3u801ny– Chennai Super Kings (@chennaiipl) August 3, 2025
Waiting day 5 at Kennington Oval – 35 runs with England and India needs 4 wickets.#Cricket #ENGVIND #5thtest #Crickettwitter pic.twitter.com/lsqone9p1l
– CRICKETIMES.COM (@crickettimeshq) August 3, 2025
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