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Follow highlights from India vs England 5th Test Day 3 here.
Updated : Mar 09, 2024, 02:27 PM IST
India secured a resounding victory over England in the 5th Test in Dharamsala, thanks to impressive centuries from Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma, as well as a stellar five-wicket haul from Ravichandran Ashwin.
After dismissing England for 218, India posted a commanding total of 477, taking a significant lead of 259 runs. England faltered in their second innings, getting bowled out for 195 with Ashwin leading the charge with five crucial wickets. Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav also made valuable contributions, each claiming two wickets.
Joe Root was the standout performer for England, scoring 84 runs, while Jonny Bairstow chipped in with 39. India's comprehensive victory showcased their dominance in the match, securing a convincing win by an innings and 64 runs.
OUT! Bumrah enters the attack and successfully traps Hartley LBW. The ball moved away off the seam after pitching, leaving Hartley unable to make contact with the bat.
And another wicket falls! This time, Mark Wood is the one caught in front of the stumps.
Kuldeep made a strong LBW appeal against Root, but the umpire was not convinced. After a brief discussion, team India decided to take a review. It was revealed that there was an inside edge, and the decision stood. The over concluded with a double towards midwicket.
Out! Bairstow has been dismissed LBW! England decides to review the decision. Kuldeep Yadav produces significant turn, catching Bairstow on the pads as he attempts to defend from the back foot. The umpire's decision stands, confirming the ball would have hit the stumps
Ashwin continues his delivery, pitching it full on the stumps. Root expertly turns the ball to fine leg, securing a single run. Suddenly, a wicket falls! The delivery was not as full as expected, causing Pope to attempt a sweep shot. Unfortunately, he top edges the ball, resulting in Jaiswal making a successful catch.
R Ashwin is bowling from the other end. Duckett starts off with a double on the first ball, but his attempt at a sweep on the second ball is mistimed. Unfortunately, Duckett is bowled out. The left-hander came down the track aiming for a big shot, but he misses and the ball smashes into the stumps.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that Captain Rohit Sharma will not be taking the field on Day 3 of the match due to a stiff back.
UPDATE: Captain Rohit Sharma has not taken the field on Day 3 due to a stiff back.#TeamIndia | #INDvENG | @IDFCFIRSTBank
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 9, 2024
A compelling appeal was made against Bumrah by Bashir, with the possibility of a close call as his foot appeared to be on the line. This crucial moment could potentially mark the end of India's innings. The third umpire reviewed the decision and confirmed it - India is all out, and Bashir achieves his five-wicket haul.
Jasprit Bumrah is at the strike, with Shoaib Bashir opening the day for England. Bumrah defends the first ball and quickly takes a single. Kuldeep, after defending three balls, also manages to take a single on the fifth ball of the over.
Team India had an outstanding performance with the bat on Day 2 of the match against England. After dismissing England for 218 runs, India took control of the game by scoring an impressive 473/8 by the end of Day 2. The partnership between Kuldeep Yadav (27*) and Jasprit Bumrah (19*) has been crucial, as they remain unbeaten at the crease for India.