Sun Aug 03 15:30:00 UTC 2025: **News Article Summary:**

The fifth and final Test match between India and England at The Oval is nearing its conclusion on Day 4. England requires 324 runs to win, while India needs 8 wickets. The match hangs in the balance, with England mounting a strong chase. Joe Root scored his 39th Test century, his third of the series. Harry Brook also contributed significantly with a rapid century before being dismissed. After lunch, England continued to dominate. Ben Duckett reached a half-century before being dismissed. India took key wickets, but England built strong partnerships, particularly between Root and Brook, putting pressure on the Indian team. Rain is also forecast, which could impact India’s chances of a victory. Before the match, Indian captain Shubman Gill received a signed cap and shirt from Sunil Gavaskar to honour his 754 runs. Also, India broke a 32-year-old record of Australia for hitting most boundaries in a Test series.

**News Article:**

**Oval Test on a Knife-Edge as England Chase Down Target; Rain Looms**

**London, UK** – The fifth and final Test between India and England at The Oval is heading towards a thrilling finish, with England mounting a strong chase on Day 4. Chasing a target of 324, England ended the day needing less than 50 runs for the victory after a dominant performance.

Joe Root led the charge, scoring his 39th Test century, and his third of the series. Harry Brook also contributed with a rapid century.

India did manage to take wickets, including that of opener Ben Duckett who scored a half-century. However, England built crucial partnerships, particularly between Root and Brook. India needs 5 more wickets to win.

Adding to the tension, rain is forecast for the day, which could potentially interrupt play and impact India’s chances of victory.

Prior to the match, young Indian captain Shubman Gill was presented with a signed cap and shirt by legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, honouring Gill’s impressive run tally of 754. India also broke a 32-year-old record held by Australia for the most boundaries hit in a Test series, racking up 470 boundaries during the tour.

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