Summary
On the first day of the final cricket Test match between India and England at The Oval, England held the advantage by reducing India to 204-6. Indian captain Shubman Gill was run out for 21, impacting India's chase to level the series. Despite the conditions favoring England's seam bowlers, India struggled, with several key players dismissed cheaply.
Key Facts
- The Test match takes place at The Oval between India and England.
- India ended the first day with a score of 204-6.
- England dismissed key Indian players, including KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Shubman Gill.
- Shubman Gill was run out after attempting a risky single, scoring 21 runs.
- India's chances to win and level the series seem low after the first day's play.
- Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue were effective for England, taking vital wickets.
- Chris Woakes suffered a shoulder injury during the game.
- Karun Nair finished the day unbeaten on 52 runs for India.
