There was a story of ups and downs in 3 days from the fifth and final test in the oval that eventually swinged decisively IndiaGreat of After a dramatic day 2 in which 15 wickets were seen falling, both teams entered the day 3 with a fine balanced match in the match. However, India’s batsman, a young prose, led by a century Yashsvi Jaiswal And by a career-defined innings Sky deepBroke the resolve of England and seized full control. This change in speed was covered by a lower order batsman Washington Sundar with a bang attack, England with a near-unrealing task to win the game,
The mastery of Yashasvi Jaiswal and the patience of Akash Deep laid the foundation of India in the Oval Test
The morning session was a will for the flexibility and strategic talent of the Indian team. Starting at 75/2, with a lead of just 52 runs, overnight Jayaswal and nightwatchman Akash defeated England’s short-ball strategy and tired bowling attack. Jaiswal continued his magnificent form, bringing his sixth Test century from just 127 balls, knocking the supreme rights and time which included 12 fours and two sixes. This was his fourth test against England, which made him an Indian batsman with the highest 50+ score against England at the age of 23, Sachin TendulkarRecord of.
However, the true hero of the morning was deep. Promoted in number four, the fast bowler played with an experienced batsman, scoring a gritty girl Test Half-Sinu (66 off 94 balls). His innings was a mixture of solid defense and aggressive hitting, disappointing England bowlers and allowing Jaiswal to play his natural game. The pair formed a game-changing 107-rran partnership for the third wicket, which not only enhanced the leadership of India, but also tired England’s pace attack, which was already a bowler below. Chris Woakes‘Shoulder injury. An invaluable contribution of sky deep He was abolished when he was rejected just before lunch, but his knock had already caused irreparable damage to England’s expectations.
Washington Sundar attack and Mohammad Siraj’s late strike demorized England on 3 days
In post -launch sessions, India’s dominance was carried forward by a collective batting effort, which was piled on continuously. While England managed to take major wickets including Jaiswal for 118 and Ravindra jadeja For 53, they were unable to stop the flow of runs. The final and most destructive shock came from the all -rounder Washington beautifulComing to number eight, Sundar attacked tired English bowlers, exposing a barrage of aggressive shots, which took the game completely out of England’s reach. He scored fifty fifty runs off just 46 balls, an innings that included four fours and four sixes, demolishing the English fielders, who also dropped six catches throughout the innings.
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Sundar’s disastrous cameo ensured India’s second innings that a total of 396 swollen a large scale, leading to a difficult target of 374 to win England. This is a total psychological and historical obstacle, as it is much higher than the highest successful run chase of the 263 Oval. Just when England opener, Zak Croly and Ben docketIt seemed that they could live till the day and start a decent, tireless Mohammad Siraj Provided the right finish for India. On the last ball of the day, with the hand of the new ball, Siraj bowled a perfect searring yorker, which sent the stumps of Zak Croly back to 14. This late strike left England at 50/1 in stumps, winning another 324 runs, and putting India in a commanding position.
Here’s how fans reacted:
If any team can chase this goal, then England can .. #ENGVIND
– Michael Von (@Michaelvaughan) August 2, 2025
100 outstanding by Yashasvi on a sports pitch tested courage and concentration. Akashdeep also determined full numerals, batting with heart and determination. Keep fighting, India. pic.twitter.com/5YM8jobkgn
– Sachin Tendulkar (@Sachin_RT) August 2, 2025
I hope Akashdeep will wreak havoc in the English camp.
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) August 2, 2025
Standing heads on those shoulders to be able to get a ton on that green, difficult wicket!
very nice @ybj_19 #INDVENG– Yuvraj Singh (@Yuvstrong12) August 2, 2025
India’s lower middle order with Jaddu and Jurall contribute significantly, but real pain for England? Washington Tax. Large scale. Incredible. They were not ready !!! #ENGVIND pic.twitter.com/jziatlez1Z
– Wasim Jafar (@Wasimjifer 14) August 2, 2025
England have so far batted beautifully and have shown the right view.
– Prasanna (@Prasannalara) August 2, 2025
I do not really have another 370+ score against us.
– Earth (@prithvi10_) August 2, 2025
Crrolly was wondering how to slow the over. Siraj put her out with a clever yorker !!
Setia !!!!– Deepta Nagpal (@deeptanagpal) August 2, 2025
How did Siraj fool Croly in the final over?
There was a normal delay in the form of clock tick. Jaiswal was sent deep in the event of Square leg which was seen by Croly. He was guessing a small ball but Siraj surprised him with a perfect yorker, for which he was not ready. pic.twitter.com/Hzv25ibued
– Aditya Saha (@Adityakrsaha) August 2, 2025
What is a fierce end for day 3!
The fourth day is determined for a blockbuster finish!
India is just 8 wickets away from a historic victory, while England still need 324 runs to pursue the target.
Who will be strong?
Scorecard: https://t.co/m0ml0tehax#ENGVIND #Andersontendulkartrophy, pic.twitter.com/CVPVBKGVGS
– CRICKETIMES.COM (@crickettimeshq) August 2, 2025
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