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IND vs ENG: India Takes Unassailable Series Lead 3-1 at Ranchi; Remains Undefeated at Home Since 2012!
India have won the 4th Test match vs England at Ranchi by 5 wickets and extended the series lead to 3-1. With this, India secured 17th consecutive series win at Home.
Ashutosh Nayak
February 27, 2024
Good morning and welcome to the 19th Edition of The Cricket Diaries: Team India Edition!
Let's dive into the updates from the India vs England 4th Test.
1. The “Moving Day” Story:
In a spectacular display of resilience and skill, the Indian team emerged victorious in the 4th Test at Ranchi. Commencing Day 3 with a 134-run deficit, overnight batsmen Dhruv Jurel and Kuldeep Yadav showcased remarkable patience, ensuring India's scoreboard steadily progressed. Jurel's outstanding innings of 90 runs played a vital role in keeping the deficit under 50.
As England commenced their second innings with a lead of 46 runs, Indian spin maestro R Ashwin took center stage, swiftly sending England's top three batsmen back to the dressing room. Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja complemented Ashwin's brilliance, collectively restricting England to a total of 145. Ashwin's stellar performance marked his 35th 5-wicket haul in Test Cricket, equalling Anil Kumble for the most five-wicket hauls for India in Tests.
2. India Chases Down Target, Clinches Series Win:
With England bowled out for 145, India faced a target of 192 to secure victory. The openers started the chase positively, adding 40 runs without losing a wicket before the end of Day 3. Day 4 witnessed an early dismissal of Jaiswal, but Captain Rohit Sharma's fifty set the tone. However, a quick succession of wickets left India in a precarious position at 130-5. Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel showcased nerves of steel, crafting a crucial partnership to guide India to victory. Gill's unbeaten 52* and Jurel's 39* steered India to a triumphant series win, their 17th Test series win at home. Dhruv Jurel was named player of the match for his crucial 90 & 39* runs in the test. He became the first WK-batsman to be named as POTM in the debut Test series.
3. WTC Final Implications:
While the series victory is sweet for India, the narrative extends to the World Test Championship (WTC) Final implications. The 5th Test is not just about pride; it holds the key to WTC points. A win for England would bolster their chances for the WTC Final, while India seeks to maximize their prospects with a victory.
As the cricket saga unfolds, stay tuned for the next edition of The Cricket Diaries for more insights and analyses.
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