India's Resilient Stand on Day Five of Fourth Test Against England

India's Determined Effort in Fourth Test

On the fifth day of the fourth Test, Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja showcased remarkable resilience, each scoring half-centuries that helped India secure a narrow 11-run lead by tea. Their efforts not only kept India's hopes alive for a morale-boosting draw but also frustrated the fatigued England bowlers.

At the tea break, India stood at 322 for four, having added 99 runs without losing a wicket during a wicket-less afternoon session.

Ben Stokes, who had been impressive in his morning spell, struggled to maintain his intensity in the second session, bowling just three overs.

During a challenging over from Stokes, Washington hit a six and a four, reaching his fifty, while Jadeja used a cut shot to notch his fifth half-century in six innings.

With limited batting options remaining and Rishabh Pant sidelined due to injury, the question remains whether India can secure a draw from this position.

England faced difficulties as left-arm spinner Liam Dawson (0/70 in 39 overs) failed to pose a significant threat to the Indian left-handers, and Jofra Archer was unable to secure a breakthrough after lunch.

The second new ball, now 38 overs old, has made batting conditions more favorable.

Earlier in the day, Shubman Gill achieved a commendable century, while Stokes, despite battling through discomfort, managed to dismiss a well-set KL Rahul, leaving India at 223 for four at lunch.