On a gloomy Day 4 at The Oval, just when it seemed England had one hand on the series, a war cry from Shubman Gill reignited India’s spirit. “Ek ghanta zor lagayenge, uske baad aaraam,” shouted Gill, a message that traveled like electricity through the Indian side and turned the tide of the fifth Test in dramatic fashion.
With England chasing 374 — the highest ever target at The Oval in over 120 years — they were in control at 301 for 3, thanks to a superb 195-run stand between Joe Root and Harry Brook. But Gill’s passionate call, picked up on the stump mic, proved to be the turning point. In a matter of minutes, England lost three quick wickets after Tea, collapsing to 339 for six by stumps.
Collapse After Brook and Root Depart
The magic began with Jacob Bethell, who chipped one to mid-on off Prasidh Krishna. Then came the moment India was waiting for — Root was dismissed in the very next over, and suddenly the once-confident English side looked rattled.
Both Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton were left to face the fired-up Indian attack, needing 35 more runs to win. India, on the other hand, need just four wickets to level the series 2-2. With Chris Woakes nursing a shoulder injury, it’s unclear whether he’ll take the field if needed.
India Eyes Series Comeback on Final Day
As rain and bad light cut short the evening session, tension gripped both camps. India’s bowlers have already bowled 25 consecutive days of high-pressure cricket, and the finish line is within sight.
Whether it’s ecstasy for India or heartbreak at the very end, Shubman Gill’s “ek ghanta” call may go down as one of the defining moments of a Test series for the ages.
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