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From its inception in 1932 through today’s intense contests, this unparalleled cricket rivalry has given us some unforgettable cricketing moments. Below are a few of our favourites!
Sarfaraz Khan and Devdutt Padikkal are on course for half centuries as India look to add massive totals in the next session. James Anderson will also aim for 700 Test wickets.
WICKET! Axar Patel is out for 10 runs after his attempt at smashing Jordan to no avail. Phil Salt runs forward to take a catch from Axar Patel.
As England batsmen entered the final session on Saturday morning, their opponents began applying pressure. Skipper Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow made good starts but soon found themselves being outwitted by Indian spinners.
Indian batsmen continued their impressive dominance with an outstanding total of 376/3 at tea. Rohit Sharma hit an unassailable 57 off 39 balls while Suryakumar Yadav contributed an important 47-ball knock. Hardik Pandya made an unexpected cameo, hitting two powerful sixes off 13 balls.
Indian bowlers continued their impressive showing as Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah both claimed three wickets each; Axar Patel made his maiden hat-trick to seal England’s crushing defeat; it marked their first series loss under captain Ben Stokes and their worst defeat at this stage in the T20 World Cup. India went on to win this five-match series 4-1.
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England will be keen to regain some pride following an exhilarating first Test win and an upset loss in the second. But India currently hold an insurmountable 3-1 series lead and are in prime position to complete a clean sweep in five matches of this Test series.
Rohit Sharma will look to build on his strong start to the match with the ball as he punishes visitors’ batsmen with spin from both ends. Harry Brook was trapped LBW off Yadav’s opening over before Jofra Archer took an extraordinary catch at long on from Jasprit Bumrah’s superb yorker in the 18th over.
Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin will prove difficult for England’s batsmen on an England pitch that appears to be taking shape. Jadeja could pose special trouble for England as his left-arm deliveries that dart around the wicket could confuse batters while Ashwin will look to add 29 wickets this series. Fans stateside can watch Willow TV’s exclusive coverage for just $10 monthly subscription or add it onto an existing Sling subscription plan – more information on both can be found at WillowTV.net and Sling.com respectively
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India’s batsmen did an admirable job of maintaining the momentum they created in the first innings and now boast an advantage of over 300 runs.
England mounted an aggressive comeback in the third session of day 2 and captured five wickets, though their fielding, particularly dropped catches and misfields, cost them far more than it should have.
Shoaib Bashir clean bowled Sarfaraz Khan on the first ball after tea. He appeared dangerous while batting and was hoping for a big score. Ravindra Jadeja has taken over at bat.
Jadeja and Sarfaraz Khan will look to add runs to India’s total score, as their spinners appear in excellent form at present.
WICKET! Jonny Bairstow has been dismissed for duck, with Shoaib inducing an edge which flew straight to first slip and into Dhruv Jurel’s hands at first slip. Dhruv Jurel is currently on crease.
Last time these teams faced each other in this format, the match ended in a tie. Both sides will look to secure victory in this Test by playing well and limiting errors; the winning toss-er will select first innings batting position; India’s batting lineup includes Rohit Sharma as captain (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Devdutt Padikkal (substituting for Rajat Patidar), Ravindra Jadeja, Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel (C).
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India are taking an unassailable 3-1 lead into the final Test at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. India won the toss and elected to bat first; Rohit Sharma made an outstanding 59, with Suryakumar Yadav contributing 47 runs as India quickly established themselves as leaders of this contest. England were struggling in reply but Jos Buttler produced an outstanding innings to keep them competitive in this match-up.
However, England was ultimately left too late in their pursuit of 172; they were bowled out for just 103 in pursuit of this target and Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel both took one wicket each while Jasprit Bumrah got his hand on one key wicket to leave them in trouble.Joe Root has left the field after being hit on his helmet by Axar Patel’s delivery, while Jonny Bairstow and Harry Brook are on a pitch representing England. To know more about this and want to update yourself time to time just follow us: https://sportsadda.co.uk/
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