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**Title: Rain, Bad Light Halt England’s Chase; India on Brink of Series Defeat**
**Oval, London -** An enthralling fourth day of the fifth Test between India and England at the Oval ended prematurely on Sunday due to poor light and persistent rain, leaving the match hanging in the balance. England, chasing a record 374 runs for victory, reached 339 for 6 when play was called off. They require just 35 more runs, while India needs four wickets to level the series, with England currently leading 2-1.
Jamie Smith (2*) and Jamie Overton (0*) are at the crease. While Chris Woakes, who didn’t bat in the first innings due to injury, was seen in the dressing room with a sling, suggesting he might be available to bat if required.
India staged a spirited fightback in the final session. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna bowled with renewed vigor after the tea break, reigniting Indian hopes. England had looked comfortable at 317 for 4 before Krishna dismissed both Ben Duckett and centurion Joe Root (105).
Earlier in the day, Harry Brook’s aggressive 111 off 98 balls, including 12 fours and 2 sixes, put England in a commanding position. He forged a crucial 195-run partnership with Root, tilting the momentum firmly in England’s favor. Akash Deep eventually dismissed Brook before tea, but by then, the damage had been done.
England resumed on 50 for 1 and lost Ben Duckett (54) and Ollie Pope (27) in the morning session. The match situation leaves India with a difficult task. While the rain provides a chance for the Indian bowlers to regroup, the equation heavily favors England, who are on the verge of securing a series victory on home soil.
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