India's 5th Test against England: Yashasvi Jaiswal Leads IND's Counteroffensive with a Ton
After three thrilling days of the 5th Test match between India and England at The Oval, the stage was set for an exciting finish. On day three, India posted a formidable total of 396 runs in their second innings, thanks to a commanding century by Yashasvi Jaiswal (118), valuable contributions from night watchman Akash Deep (66), all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja (53) and Washington Sundar (53), and some aggressive batting from Jaiswal and Jadeja who formed a partnership of 107 runs for the third wicket [1].
England's bowlers were frustrated early on day three, but Josh Tongue (5 wickets, 125 runs) and Gus Atkinson (3 wickets, 127 runs) managed to keep the Indian batsmen in check [1]. England's fielding, however, continued to be a problem, with more catches being dropped on day three.
At the close of day three, England were 50/1 in 13.5 overs, requiring a substantial 324 more runs to win the match and the series [2][4]. The key batsman for England at the close of play was yet to emerge significantly, but Zak Crawley (26) was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj [2].
On day five, the match reached its climax. India won a thrilling encounter by 6 runs, leveling the series 2-2. The standout performer for India was Mohammed Siraj, who took a memorable five-wicket haul to help India pull off a narrow victory [1][3]. For England, Joe Root and Harry Brook put together a massive 195-run partnership. Brook scored 111 off 98 balls, and Root made a composed 105, his third century of the series [1][3].
Thus, after day three, England was in a strong position, but a substantial chase was still required. Key performers for India were Jaiswal and Siraj, and the match concluded dramatically on day five with Siraj's bowling heroics securing a tight India win [1][2][3].
References: [1] ESPN Cricinfo, India vs England, 5th Test, Day 5 at The Oval, 2024. [online] Available at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/india-vs-england-in-england-2024-1262598/india-vs-england-5th-test-day-5-the-oval-2024-sep-18
[2] BBC Sport, India vs England, 5th Test, Day 3 at The Oval, 2024. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/63470728
[3] Sky Sports, India vs England, 5th Test, Day 5 at The Oval, 2024. [online] Available at: https://www.skysports.com/cricket/live-scores/match-report/463307/india-vs-england-5th-test-day-5-the-oval-2024
[4] ICC, India vs England, 5th Test, Day 3 at The Oval, 2024. [online] Available at: https://www.icc-cricket.com/match/463291/india-vs-england-5th-test-day-3-the-oval-2024
Fans started discussing food options during the tea break at the Oval, anticipating another nail-biting finish in the cricket match. After India's triumph in the thrilling 5th Test, fans could hardly wait to celebrate with their favorite sports-themed dishes.
