Summary
England is playing the final cricket Test match against India at The Oval. England started the fourth day needing to chase down 374 runs, but India is in a strong position after three days of play. Injuries and a demanding schedule have challenged both teams throughout the series.
Key Facts
- Ollie Pope is captaining England in the absence of regular captain Ben Stokes.
- England has bowled significantly more overs than India in this series.
- India dealt with injuries, especially to key players like Rishabh Pant and Nitish Kumar Reddy.
- England started day four needing 374 runs to win but lost a crucial wicket just before the end of day three.
- Fast bowlers Mark Wood and Olly Stone were unavailable for England.
- Chris Woakes, the oldest player in England's squad, played all five Tests but suffered a shoulder injury.
- Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue delivered strong bowling performances for England despite the challenges.
