Jaiswal Century Puts India in Driving Seat
India has seized complete control of the final Test, setting England a daunting target of 374 to win the series. A magnificent century from opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, backed by crucial half-centuries from the lower order, powered India to a commanding position. A stunning wicket on the last ball of the day has now made the visitors firm favourites to secure a memorable series-levelling victory.
Jaiswal Leads the Charge
The foundation of India's second innings was built by Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored his second century of the series. He played a masterful innings of 118, calmly anchoring the team while others played around him. His performance was a blend of patience and aggression, as he punished any loose deliveries from a tired English attack.
Unlikely Heroes Step Up
Jaiswal received unexpected and vital support from nightwatcher Akash Deep. Sent in to protect the batters, Akash Deep did much more, scoring a surprise maiden Test fifty (66) that frustrated the English bowlers and added crucial runs. The momentum was carried forward by Ravindra Jadeja (53) and Washington Sundar (53), whose aggressive fifties in the lower order pushed India's lead from a competitive one to a potentially match-winning one.
A Dramatic End to the Day
Facing a huge target, England's openers started positively, looking to chip away at the total. However, the day ended with a moment of high drama and skill. On the very last ball, Mohammed Siraj produced a searing yorker to bowl Zak Crawley, sending a jolt through the England camp. That single wicket has dramatically shifted the balance of the match, leaving England to chase a historic target with nine wickets in hand, while India needs just eight more to complete a remarkable comeback and draw the series 2-2.
