India vs England 5th Test Day 4 delivered intense action as Prasidh Krishna removed the in-form Ben Duckett, putting the visitors back in the game. The final Test of the series continues to swing as both sides aim to finish strong.
Early Breakthrough by Prasidh Krishna
Momentum shifted when Prasidh Krishna dismissed Ben Duckett for a well-made 54. The delivery was bowled from around the wicket, and Duckett edged it to KL Rahul at second slip. England’s chase suffered a blow as they lost their fluent opener just as he looked set to anchor the innings.
England Lose Two Key Wickets Before Lunch
By lunch on Day 4 of India vs England 5th Test, the hosts had reached 164/3. Mohammed Siraj provided the first breakthrough by trapping Ollie Pope LBW for 27. Soon after, Krishna followed up with Duckett’s wicket. As a result, India kept the game in balance with sharp spells from both ends.
Root and Brook Try to Stabilize
Following the loss of Duckett and Pope, Joe Root and Harry Brook steadied England’s innings. At the break, Brook remained unbeaten on 38 while Root held on with 23. However, the pressure of scoring 210 more runs remained high with limited wickets in hand.
India’s Pacers Maintain Pressure
Throughout India vs England 5th Test Day 4, Indian bowlers displayed discipline and patience. Both Siraj and Krishna kept their lines tight, limiting scoring options for England. The hosts struggled to find boundaries as India clawed back into the contest.
England’s Chase in the Balance
With seven wickets remaining, England require 210 runs to clinch the Test. India’s bowlers, led by Prasidh Krishna and Siraj, will aim to wrap up the innings on Day 5.
