India vs England 4th Test: A Thrilling Draw with Centuries from Jadeja and Sundar

Match Summary

The 4th Test between India and England concluded with a dramatic draw, showcasing India's remarkable resilience as they fought back from a precarious position. England leads the series 2-1, but India, led by Shubman Gill and his teammates, still has the opportunity to equalize in the final Test. The Indian all-rounders, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, played crucial roles, remaining unbeaten until the end.

India faced an early setback in their second innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan both dismissed for zero runs. However, a strong partnership between KL Rahul (90) and Shubman Gill (103) revitalized the innings, putting pressure on the English bowlers.

Washington Sundar achieved his first Test century with a score of 101, while Ravindra Jadeja also contributed significantly with 107 runs.

In their first innings, India set a target of 358 runs, thanks to solid performances from Yashasvi Jaiswal (58), KL Rahul (46), Sai Sudharsan (61), Rishabh Pant (54), and Shardul Thakur (41). The match took a concerning turn on the first day when Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt due to a toe injury, later diagnosed as a fracture, requiring six weeks of rest. Defying the odds, Pant returned to bat on the second day and scored a half-century.

On the other hand, England dominated with the bat, amassing a staggering 669 runs and establishing a lead of 311 runs. It appeared that the English team had secured victory, but India showcased their fighting spirit, with seasoned players like KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja steering the innings. The final Test is set to take place on July 31 at The Oval, where India will aim to level the series.