ENG vs IND 2nd Test Day 4 Highlights: The fourth day of the 2nd Test match between England and India at Edgbaston, Birmingham. We saw Team India dominate the game. As part of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Series, India showcased their batting depth and also Their Bowling strength without Bumrah. India set a 608-run target for England.
ENG vs IND: India Sets Mammoth Target of 608 Runs
Team India began Day 4 with their overnight score of 64/1 and despite an early loss of KL Rahul—who fell to Josh Tongue after scoring 55—India’s batting lineup delivered a powerful performance. Although Karun Nair once again failed to make a big impact, scoring just 26, skipper Shubman Gill rose to the occasion with a stunning knock of 161 runs.
Rishabh Pant played a crucial role in boosting the innings, scoring a rapid 65 runs off just 58 balls, which included 8 fours and 3 sixes. Later, Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten with 69 runs, while Washington Sundar contributed 12 runs. This took India’s total to 427/6, after which they declared their innings, setting England an imposing target of 608 runs to win.
In the bowling department for England, Josh Tongue and Shoaib Bashir took 2 wickets each, while Joe Root and Brydon Carse took one wicket each.
England Struggles at 72/3 in Second Innings
In response, England’s team entered the field with aggressive minds. Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley started attacking in 1st over, but Siraj had another plan to get Zak Crawley in his 2nd over.
Ben Duckett scored a quick 25 runs, but Akash Deep got his wickets, and Joe Root scored 6 runs. By stumps on Day 4, England had crawled to 72/3. England still needed 536 runs to win on the final day.
At the crease, Ollie Pope (24)* and Harry Brook (15)* held the fort, but the challenge ahead remains monumental. For India, Akash Deep impressed with 2 wickets, while Mohammad Siraj struck once.
India Eyes Victory on Final Day
With just 7 wickets needed, India is well on course to secure a famous win. England, on the other hand, faces an uphill battle and must rewrite history to chase down the massive target.
Unless rain or a record-breaking innings saves England, Day 5 could very well see India level the series in style.
ENG vs IND 2nd Test Day 4 Highlights:
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India declared the second innings at 427/6, setting England 608 to win
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Shubman Gill scored 161, another century in the 2nd Test; Rishabh Pant added 65 runs in just 58 balls
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England ended Day 4 at 72/3; still need 536 runs
- Akash Deep and Siraj get key wickets
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