The English squad commenced the fifth day facing the daunting challenge of scoring 536 runs for a potential triumph. The morning’s rainfall caused a delay in the day’s commencement, but when play was authorized, Akash Deep swiftly made an impression. He accomplished a notable breakthrough by dismissing Ollie Pope and subsequently secured the crucial wicket of Harry Brook, thereby sustaining the positive direction established towards the end of the fourth day. His proficiency in generating motion from the field and preserving consistent precision has been a prominent characteristic of his participation in this Test match for India.
Akash Deep showcases skill to remove Harry Brook
India’s emerging pace sensation, Akash, demonstrated a noteworthy instance of brilliance during the final day of the Edgbaston Test, as he dismissed Brook with an exceptional delivery that captivated the audience. In the 22nd over, specifically with the third ball, Akash released a delivery that landed just short of a good length outside the off stump. The ball then moved sharply inward, successfully trapping Brook directly in front of the wicket.
Brook chose to initiate a review with the anticipation of a fortunate outcome, but the ball-tracking technology indicated that the ball was marginally impacting the top of the middle stump. The specific delivery exhibited a combination of attributes, including delayed movement, minimal bounce, and exact precision, leaving the English batsman with no viable response. The on-field umpire promptly signalled an out, and the verdict was upheld, confirming a remarkable dismissal for the young Indian fast bowler.
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India aims for a victory to draw the series
To exacerbate the difficulties encountered by the English team, Washington Sundar made a substantial contribution by securing the crucial wicket of the English captain, Ben Stokes, shortly before the interval for lunch. Stokes had seemingly begun to establish himself and initiate a counter-attack, but his dismissal served to worsen the situation for the hosts.
As the initial session of Day 5 came to a conclusion, England faced a precarious situation, as they still required excess of 450 runs with only four wickets at their disposal. Given the conditions that are advantageous for the bowlers and the dominant position held by India, Rohit Sharma’s team is enthusiastic to finalize the proceedings and achieve a level score in the series, following their defeat in the initial Test held at Headingley.
