Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, and Shubman Gill’s Heroics Save India in Thrilling Test Match
The fourth Test between India and England ended in a thrilling draw, thanks to some incredible batting performances by Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, and Ravindra Jadeja.
England had dominated most of the match, but India fought back strongly in the second innings, batting for a massive 143 overs to save the game.
With this result, England still lead the series 2-1, and the final Test at The Oval will decide the winner.
India showed great determination, especially after being in a tough spot early in their second innings.
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Key Moments of the Match
- England’s Huge First Innings Total: England scored a massive 669 runs, with big contributions from Joe Root (150), Ben Stokes (141), and others.
- India’s 1st Innings: Despite England’s strong total, India scored 358 runs in their first innings, with useful knocks from Sai Sudharsan (61), Yashasvi Jaiswal (58), and Rishabh Pant (54).
- India’s Second Innings Brilliance: Chasing a big deficit, India batted superbly in the second innings, scoring 425/4 before the match ended in a draw.
Shubman Gill’s Stunning Century
Shubman Gill once again proved why he is one of India’s best young batters.
He came in to bat when India was in deep trouble and played a patient, match-saving knock of 103 runs.
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Why Gill’s Innings Was Special
- Faced Early Pressure: He walked in when India had lost two quick wickets and was under huge pressure.
- Consistent Performer: This was his fourth century in the series, making him only the third captain ever to achieve this feat in a Test series.
- Big Partnership: He built a crucial 188-run stand with KL Rahul (90), which set the foundation for India’s fightback.
Gill has been in amazing form throughout this series, crossing 700 runs in total.
Every time he gets past 20 runs, he goes on to score a big hundred—a sign of a true champion!
Washington Sundar’s Maiden Test Hundred
Washington Sundar, who usually bats lower down the order, was promoted to No. 5 due to an injury to Rishabh Pant. And boy, did he deliver!
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Highlights of Washington’s Innings
- First Test Century: He scored an unbeaten 101*, his first hundred in Test cricket.
- Solid Defence: Along with Jadeja, he blocked everything England threw at him.
- Smart Batting: He played with patience, frustrating the English bowlers and ensuring India didn’t lose wickets.
Washington’s knock was a perfect example of how to bat under pressure in Test cricket.
Ravindra Jadeja’s All-Round Masterclass
Ravindra Jadeja once again showed why he is one of the best all-rounders in the world.
Not only did he take 4 wickets in England’s first innings, but he also scored a brilliant unbeaten 107* in the second innings.
Jadeja’s Key Contributions
- Bowling Effort: His 4/143 helped restrict England despite their big total.
- Batting Heroics: His century in the second innings was full of class and determination.
- Partnership with Washington: Their unbroken 203-run stand completely shut England out of the game.
Jadeja has been a rock for India in this series, contributing with both bat and ball.
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England’s Frustration
England tried everything to break India’s resistance, but Gill, Washington, and Jadeja stood firm.
What Went Wrong for England?
- Bowling Struggles: Despite Ben Stokes taking 5 wickets in the first innings, England’s bowlers looked tired in the second innings.
- Missed Chances: Dropped catches, especially Joe Root’s drop of Jadeja early in his innings, cost England dearly.
- Stokes’ Injury: Stokes, who was battling cramps and a shoulder injury, couldn’t bowl much in the second innings, which weakened England’s attack.
India’s Smart Batting Approach
- Defensive Strategy: India focused on survival rather than chasing runs.
- Long Partnerships: The big stands between Gill-Rahul and Jadeja-Washington drained England’s energy.
- Mental Toughness: Even when England tried mind games, India stayed calm and played smart cricket.
Funny End to the Match
The match ended in a rather funny way.
England, frustrated by India’s stubborn batting, started bowling slow, easy deliveries just to get the game over with.
- Stokes Offered a Draw: England’s captain suggested ending the match early, but Shubman Gill refused, allowing Jadeja and Washington to complete their centuries.
- Laughable Bowling: England’s bowlers started tossing up 35 mph (super slow) deliveries, and both Indian batsmen happily scored runs to reach their hundreds.
- Celebrations in the Dressing Room: The Indian team cheered from the balcony as Jadeja and Washington reached their milestones.
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The Decider at The Oval!
With the series 2-1 in England’s favor, the final Test at The Oval will be a thrilling contest.
Key Factors for the Last Test
- India’s Confidence: After this great escape, India will believe it can level the series.
- England’s Fatigue: Their bowlers looked exhausted—will they recover in time?
- Battle of All-Rounders: Players like Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, and Shubman Gill will be crucial again.
Final Thoughts
This Test match was a perfect example of grit, patience, and determination.
Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar, and Ravindra Jadeja showed why Test cricket is all about mental strength.
India may not win the series now, but they’ve proved they can fight till the end.
The final Test promises to be a blockbuster—don’t miss it!