On the final day of the 2nd Test match between India and England, Washington Sundar made a crucial breakthrough by dismissing Ben Stokes just before the lunch break, leaving England in a challenging position at 153/6 as they pursue a daunting target of 608 runs. Akash Deep has been particularly effective, having taken three key wickets early on and subsequently dismissing Jamie Smith, reducing England to eight down.
During the previous day’s play, India showcased a formidable batting performance led by captain Shubman Gill, who scored his second century of the match and third of the series, allowing India to declare their second innings at 427. Contributions from Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant, each hitting half-centuries, significantly bolstered India’s total.
As the match progresses, India requires just four more wickets to level the series at 1-1, while England faces a steep challenge to achieve the improbable chase. With the Indian bowling attack looking potent, the final session of the match is crucial for both teams.
This test match highlights the resilience of the Indian team and their ability to put pressure on their opponents, creating an exciting climax to the series. Fans are eager to see if the Indian bowlers can maintain their momentum and secure a vital victory.