Highlights, IND VS ENG 4th Test Day 2 Cricket Scorecard: India Trail By 134 At Day 2 Stumps

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: England in control

England have found themselves in a very good situation at the end of Day 2 of this Test match. However, in the previous games too India have pulled something out very special during tough situations like this, let's see if Dhruv Jurel can be the hero of Day 3 tomorrow.

LIVE IND vs ENG: Day 2 Stumps

That is it for Day 2 in the India vs England 4th Test. Dhruv Jurel and Kuldeep Yadav will come out to bat for India tomorrow as they trail by 134 runs.

IND: 219/7 (73 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG: Kuldeep key for India

Kuldeep Yadav is the wall for India at the moment. He is batting on 17 off 67 balls with Dhruv Jurel on the other end saving his wicket.

IND: 218/7 (70.2 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG: Anderson comes in

England bring in the one and only James Anderson towards the end of the day searching for a wicket with close to five overs left for today.

IND: 213/7 (68 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG: India trail by 147 runs

India trail by 147 runs at the moment. Both Kuldeep and Dhruv Jurel have somehow kept the wickets from falling. The partnership is now 29 off 58 balls.

IND: 206/7 (65 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG: 11 Overs left

Close to 11 overs left for the day and India have Kuldeep Yadav 11 (28) along with Dhruv Jurel 20 (32) in the middle. England keen on getting wickets.

IND: 201/7 (61.3 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: Wicket!

R Ashwin 1 (13) LBW by Tom Hartley. England spinners are on a roll today as India batters collapse in Ranchi. Hosts in need of a miracle at the moment.

IND: 184/7 (58.2 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: Ashwin to carry

Ravichandran Ashwin and Dhruv Jurel have 18 overs left for the day as England come in hard for wickets. Can the India batters survive this wave of attacks from the Three Lions?

IND: 177/6 (55.1 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: India in trouble

India in trouble at the moment as they are six down with Dhruv Jurel and R Ashwin in the middle right now. England in a hurry to all out the hosts.

IND: 171/6 (54 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: Gone!

Sarfaraz Khan 14 (53) caught by Joe Root bowled by Tom Hartley. England in complete control at the moment as India lose their sixth wicket.

IND: 171/6 (51.3 Overs)

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: Hartley comes in

Tom Hartley comes into the attack for England now along with Shoaib Bashir. Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel in the middle for India right now.

IND: 165/5 (49.2 Overs)

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jaiswal Departs

Jaiswal is dismissed by Shoaib Bashir, dragging the ball onto his stumps for 73 runs, marking a crucial breakthrough celebrated by England.

Live Score IND 161/5 (46.4)  CRR: 3.45
Day 2: 3rd Session - India trail by 192 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Tight Over By Hartley

Tom Hartley keeps Sarfaraz Khan at bay with a series of dot balls, while Jaiswal manages to pick up runs with a well-placed drive despite an almost perilous moment with the ball missing the off-stump closely.

Live Score IND 155/4 (45)  CRR: 3.44
Day 2: 3rd Session - India trail by 198 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jaiswal On Attack

Shoaib Bashir stifles Sarfaraz Khan with a dot ball, while Jaiswal manages to find boundaries with a lofted shot over extra cover and a slashing cut past slip, despite Bashir's varying flight and line.

Live Score IND 146/4 (43)  CRR: 3.4
Day 2: 3rd Session - India trail by 207 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Sarfaraz Survives

Sarfaraz Khan survives a close call as he scrambles back to the crease amidst a brief confusion with his partner, narrowly avoiding a run-out after a tense moment reviewed by the umpire, much to the relief of the Ranchi crowd.

Live Score IND 136/4 (41)  CRR: 3.32
Day 2: 3rd Session - India trail by 217 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: All Eyes On Jaiswal

Bashir restrains Jaiswal with a series of deliveries, but Jaiswal manages to drive one to long-off amidst solid defense, remaining watchful at the crease.

Live Score IND 132/4 (39)  CRR: 3.38
Day 2: 3rd Session - India trail by 221 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Tea Break

At Tea on Day 2, England gains momentum with Bashir's triple strike exploiting increasing spin in the pitch, reducing India from 86 for 1 to 131 for 4, leaving them in a precarious position with Jaiswal holding firm but starved of strike, while the deficit stands at 222 runs, setting England up for a substantial first innings lead.

Live Score IND 131/4 (38)  CRR: 3.45
Day 2: Tea Break - India trail by 222 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jadeja Departs, India In Deep Trouble

Jadeja falls to Bashir's bowling, caught by Pope at forward short-leg off a top-spinner with extra bounce, marking Bashir's third wicket as India struggles in the middle session.

Live Score IND 131/4 (38)  CRR: 3.45
Day 2: Tea Break - India trail by 222 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jadeja Departs, India In Deep Trouble

Jadeja falls to Bashir's bowling, caught by Pope at forward short-leg off a top-spinner with extra bounce, marking Bashir's third wicket as India struggles in the middle session.

Live Score IND 131/4 (37.5)  CRR: 3.46
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 222 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Back-to-back Sixes For Jadeja

Jadeja showcases aggressive intent with two consecutive sixes off Hartley, followed by a low-scoring leg bye boundary and a single by Jaiswal, amidst an LBW appeal turned down after England's unsuccessful review.

Live Score IND 129/3 (36)  CRR: 3.58
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 224 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Another wicket for umpires call

Patidar's LBW dismissal stands after a review as ball-tracking confirms umpire's call on hitting the stumps, brushing the leg-stump, adding to Patidar's string of failures.

Live Score IND 112/3 (34.3)  CRR: 3.25
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 241 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Fifty For Jaiswal

Jaiswal reaches his fifty, showcasing his prolific form in the series, as he drives Hartley's delivery to mid-off for a brisk single.

Live Score
IND 106/2 (33)  CRR: 3.21
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 247 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Patidar Still Struggling

Patidar defends solidly against Anderson's deliveries before unleashing a boundary to bring up India's 100, while Jaiswal manages a single and defends the rest of the over.

Live Score IND 104/2 (31)  CRR: 3.35
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 249 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jaiswal Near Fifty

Patidar defends well against Anderson's deliveries outside off, but he capitalizes on a short ball to flick it elegantly for a boundary, while Jaiswal punches one for a single as Anderson returns to the attack.

Live Score IND 98/2 (29)  CRR: 3.38
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 255 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Rajat Patidar Struggling

Shoaib Bashir keeps Patidar on check with a series of deliveries outside off, while Jaiswal nudges one to mid-wicket for a single.

Live Score IND 92/2 (27)  CRR: 3.41
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 261 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Gill Departs

Gill is dismissed LBW by Shoaib Bashir for 38, after India reviews the decision, confirming the umpire's call with ball-tracking showing the impact on the leg stump, breaking the partnership just before the drinks break.

Live Score IND 86/2 (24.1)  CRR: 3.56
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 267 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Tight Over By Bashir

Shoaib Bashir bowls a tight over, with Gill defending well against sharp turn and low bounce, while Jaiswal manages a single and mistimes a drive to mid-off, prompting Bashir to switch to round the wicket.

Live Score
IND 86/1 (24)  CRR: 3.58
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 267 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Boundaries For Gill

The extra ball costs Robinson a boundary as Gill capitalizes on a short delivery, followed by a no-ball and an inside edge, while Jaiswal defends well against Robinson's probing deliveries.

Live Score IND 84/1 (22)  CRR: 3.82
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 269 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jaiswal Dropped

Jaiswal survives a close call as England celebrates a potential catch, but after review, the decision stands as not out, leaving England disappointed.

Live Score IND 68/1 (20)  CRR: 3.4
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 285 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Gill On Attack

Shubman Gill impresses with a boundary off Anderson, driving straight down the ground, followed by confident defense against Anderson's varied deliveries.

Live Score IND 57/1 (18)  CRR: 3.17
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 296 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Anderson Search For Wickets

Anderson tests Jaiswal with a short ball, hitting him on the forearm, before Gill manages a single with soft hands, facing a series of deliveries, including one nipping back in, defensively.

Live Score IND 48/1 (16.1)  CRR: 2.97
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 305 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: India Dominate Spin

Jaiswal maneuvers the spin for a single to backward point, then faces a few challenging deliveries, including a mistimed drive and a close call, while Gill offers some advice, indicating a need for composure.

Live Score IND 44/1 (14.1)  CRR: 3.11
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 309 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Boundary For Gill

Shoaib Bashir bowls a mixed over to Shubman Gill, who confidently drives for a boundary, then defends the rest with ease, showing good footwork and technique.

Live Score IND 39/1 (11.1)  CRR: 3.49
Day 2: 2nd Session - India trail by 314 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Lunch Break

At lunch on Day 2, England added 51 runs to reach 353 all-out, with Ollie Robinson top-scoring at 58, before Anderson dismissed the Indian captain; Jaiswal remains key for India's hopes of matching England's total, having shown solidity and potential for big scores.

Live Score IND 34/1 (10)  CRR: 3.4
Day 2: Lunch Break - India trail by 319 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Shoaib Bashir Into The Attack

Shoaib Bashir introduces spin, as Jaiswal defends well against his off-break deliveries, while Gill takes on a half-volley, driving to mid-off, without scoring runs.

Live Score IND 26/1 (9)  CRR: 2.89
Day 2: 1st Session - India trail by 327 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: All Eyes On Shubhman Gill

Robinson maintains a tight line just outside off, as Jaiswal plays defensively finding gully, while Gill gets off the mark with a flick to backward square leg, denying a single off a defended ball towards mid-on.

Live Score IND 22/1 (7)  CRR: 3.14
Day 2: 1st Session - India trail by 331 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jaiswal vs Anderson

Jaiswal scores consecutive boundaries off Anderson, driving elegantly through mid-off for four, followed by a fine leg glance for another boundary, showcasing excellent timing and placement.

Live Score IND 19/1 (5)  CRR: 3.8
Day 2: 1st Session - India trail by 334 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: James Anderson Removes Rohit Sharma

Rohit departs for 2, caught behind by Foakes off Anderson's delivery, with a perfect start for England as Anderson strikes early with the new ball.

Live Score IND 4/1 (2.4)  CRR: 1.5
Day 2: 1st Session - India trail by 349 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Anderson Starts For England

Anderson opens the attack with a series of deliveries angled across the left-handed Jaiswal, who defends and leaves them well outside off, while Stokes warms up on the side, raising speculation about his bowling role.

Live Score IND 1/0 (2)  CRR: 0.5
Day 2: 1st Session - India trail by 352 runs

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: England all out

Anderson is dismissed LBW by Jadeja for 0 as umpire Dharmasena's decision is upheld by ball-tracking, concluding England's innings at 353 with Root unbeaten on 122.

Live Score ENG 353 (104.5)  CRR: 3.37
Day 2: Innings Break

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: England 9 Down

Shoaib Bashir departs for a duck, caught by Rajat Patidar off Jadeja, with Root's decision to take a single question after a poor shot.

Live Score ENG 349/9 (102.4)  CRR: 3.4
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Robinson Departs

Robinson falls for 58, attempting a reverse sweep for the first time in the innings, caught by Dhruv Jurel off Jadeja's delivery.

Live Score ENG 347/8 (102.1)  CRR: 3.4
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Jadeja Continue From Other End

Jadeja keeps the batsmen in check with a mix of full and short deliveries, as Robinson stabs to the off-side and Root guides to backward point before angling it to cover-point.

Live Score ENG 347/7 (101)  CRR: 3.44
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Change Of Ends For Siraj

Siraj bowls a varied over to Robinson and Root, with singles scored off back-of-length deliveries and controlled pulls, while Robinson also defends against a bouncer before ducking.

Live Score ENG 336/7 (97)  CRR: 3.46
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Robinson Hits Fifty

Robinson reaches his maiden Test fifty with an aggressive sweep off Jadeja, earning applause from Stokes in the dressing room balcony.

Live Score
ENG 331/7 (95)  CRR: 3.48
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Bad Start For Team India

Akash Deep delivers a varied over to Root, who defends solidly, leaves a no-ball, and shoulders arms, with Root facing challenges from wide deliveries and an overstepping issue from the bowler.

Live Score ENG 306/7 (91)  CRR: 3.36
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Poor Start By Siraj

Siraj bowls a varied over to Robinson, who blocks, leaves, and then edges for a boundary off a delivery down the leg side.

Live Score ENG 306/7 (91)  CRR: 3.36
Day 2: 1st Session

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Root's Century Caps Day One

Root's century, embellished with classic strokes, marked the highlight of a riveting day's play. His innings not only anchored England's innings but also set the stage for an intriguing Test match ahead.

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: England's Day of Dominance

Root's century and England's gritty performance epitomized a day of dominance for the visitors. Their resilience against India's formidable bowling attack signalled a shift in momentum in the series.

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Root's Rejuvenated Form

Root's disciplined innings showcased a return to form, eschewing risky shots for conventional strokes. His century, devoid of extravagant shots, underscored his adaptability and class as a batsman.

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Joe Root's Redemption

Joe Root's patient approach paid off as he crafted a sublime unbeaten century, silencing critics. Root's 106* off 226 balls showcased resilience, steering England to 302/7 after a shaky start.

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: The Battle Ahead

As England's partnership flourished, the onus shifted to India's bowlers to make early breakthroughs in the final session to prevent England from dominating the fourth Test match in Ranchi.

India vs England 4th Test Day 2 Live: Milestones and Landmarks

Ravichandran Ashwin's milestone of 100 Test wickets against England added a historical touch to the day's play, showcasing the spinner's mastery against the English batsmen.

LIVE IND vs ENG: Root key for England

Joe Root will be key on Day 2 of the India vs England 4th Test. He kept the 'Bazball' approach aside and scored a well calculated hundred. It will be interesting to see how he goes about his business on the second day of this Test.

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: India's likely gameplan

India need to get Joe Root out on Day 2 of the fourth Test against England as he is batting 106 off 226 balls. He saved the day for England and can be very dangerous if he sticks around tomorrow on the crease.

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: England hungry for win

England need to win this Test to stay in the series and they will surely aim to get this one right after back to back losses against the hosts. There were moment when England were in control in the last few games but India always had something special in their pocket when it came to turning the tables.

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: India missing Bumrah?

Would Jasprit Bumrah's presence would have made this first day different? One cannot be sure but he is the main bowler and his absence is something England can pound on in this game.

LIVE IND vs ENG Day 1 4th Test: Akash Deep speaks on debut

"I wasn't nervous, had spoken with my coaches, so I wasn't tense ahead of the game. I don't know how it happened, but I used to take every game as my last game and tried my best. Bumrah bahi advised me to drag the length back slightly (in international cricket), that's exactly what I did. I felt bad (on the no-ball), I was just hoping that the team doesn't lose because of that (since Crawley was batting well). There was a bit of help early on, but the ball became soft and the wicket was slow as well. We just tried to be as tight as possible and bowl in the right areas," said Akash Deep on making his debut for India.

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test: England bounce back

Just when India looked in complete control of this contest on Day 1, England's star batter Joe Root decided to take things under his responsibility. England will look to score as many runs as possible on Day 2.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Foakes and Root's Contributions

While Root showcased his class with seven boundaries, Foakes played a steady hand, contributing with crucial boundaries to keep England's scoreboard ticking.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: England's Wicketless Session

England's resistance in the second session marked a rare occasion in the series where they remained wicketless, frustrating the Indian bowlers and consolidating their position.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Indian Bowling Struggles

Despite a strong start, India's bowling unit faltered in the second session, failing to pick up wickets and allowing England to build a substantial partnership.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Root-Robinson Stand

The unbeaten 57-run partnership between Root and Robinson bolstered England's innings, ensuring they surpassed the 300-run mark and ended the day on a dominant note.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Siraj's Double Strike

Mohammed Siraj's double breakthroughs rattled England's middle-order, dismissing Ben Foakes and Tom Hartley to dent England's progress after a solid partnership.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Robinson's Late Flourish

Ollie Robinson's late flurry of boundaries injected momentum into England's innings, providing crucial support to Root with a brisk knock of 31 runs off 60 balls.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Root's Masterclass

Root's innings epitomized patience and aggression, blending textbook strokes with calculated aggression, as he notched up his 31st Test century with a fine display of batting prowess.

India vs England 4th Test Day 1 Live: Root's Resurgence

England's captain, Joe Root, showcased his class with a splendid century, rescuing his team from a precarious position and steering them to a respectable total of 302/7 by the end of Day 1.

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Akash Deep After Dream Debut

"I wasn't nervous, had spoken with my coaches, so I wasn't tense ahead of the game. I don't know how it happened, but I used to take every game as my last game and tried my best. Bumrah bahi advised me to drag the length back slightly (in international cricket), that's exactly what I did. I felt bad (on the no-ball), I was just hoping that the team doesn't lose because of that (since Crawley was batting well). There was a bit of help early on, but the ball became soft and the wicket was slow as well. We just tried to be as tight as possible and bowl in the right areas."

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: India and Joe Root Dominate Day

India edges ahead on day one despite Joe Root's century for England. Akash Deep's debut brilliance and spin twins Ashwin and Jadeja's strikes troubled England. Root's resilient partnership with Foakes lifted England from 112/5 to 302/7, but Siraj's fiery spell halted their momentum.

Live Score ENG 302/7 (90)  CRR: 3.36
Day 1: Stumps

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Jaiswal Bowls Last Over Of The Day

Root faces Jaiswal's leg-spin, calmly playing defensively before flicking one for a single, while Robinson takes advantage of a loose delivery, pulling for a boundary to bring up England's 300, with this likely being the final over of the day as Rohit hands the ball to Jaiswal.

Live Score ENG 302/7 (90)  CRR: 3.36
Day 1: Stumps

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Six For Robinson

Robinson showcases his power with a stunning six over cow corner off Kuldeep Yadav, as the floodlights come on amidst increasing gloom, while Root adds a single off the next delivery.

Live Score ENG 289/7 (87)  CRR: 3.32
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Joe Root Hits Century

Root reaches his century with a boundary off Akash Deep, celebrating emotionally with a kiss on his helmet badge, while receiving support from Stokes in the pavilion, showcasing resilience after facing pressure due to recent low scores and dismissals.

Live Score ENG 279/7 (84)  CRR: 3.32
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: India Miss DRS

Replays reveal a missed LBW opportunity in the previous over as the ball brushes the pad and would have hit the off-stump, but with India out of reviews, Robinson remains fortunate to continue batting.

Live Score
ENG 267/7 (82)  CRR: 3.26
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: New Ball Available

Siraj sets up for the next over by attempting to give Robinson a single, but Robinson expertly places the ball for a double through backward point, as Root adds a single to fine leg off the next delivery, with Akash Deep warming up as Rohit heads downstairs.

Live Score
ENG 260/7 (80)  CRR: 3.25
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Drinks Break

Jadeja bowls a mix of deliveries to Robinson, who defends well, but a beamer results in a boundary as England reaches 250, showcasing a variety of spin and a rare misstep.

Live Score
ENG 251/7 (77)  CRR: 3.26
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: England 7 Down

Siraj delivers a stunning delivery, angling in before nipping away to hit the off-stump, dismissing Hartley for 13 runs, with India's seamers once again proving effective.

Live Score ENG 245/7 (75.3)  CRR: 3.25
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Maiden Over By Siraj

Siraj maintains a probing line, varying lengths and inducing defensive strokes from Root, who struggles to find gaps, prompting a discussion between Root and Rohit.

Live Score ENG 240/6 (74)  CRR: 3.24
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Ashwin Keeping It Tight

Ashwin maintains pressure with tight bowling, as Hartley defends diligently, while Root scores singles and executes a reverse sweep for two runs off his deliveries.

Live Score ENG ENG 233/6 (72)  CRR: 3.24
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Maiden Over By Siraj

Siraj bowls a series of deliveries to Hartley, including a near edge, a squeezed-out yorker, and a couple of fuller deliveries, utilizing reverse swing with the aging ball and the abrasive conditions, as England's tailenders hold on.

Live Score 227/6 (70)  CRR: 3.24
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Foakes Departs

Foakes falls for 47, caught by Jadeja at mid-wicket off Siraj, breaking a crucial partnership, with his attempt at a flick not executed properly, lifting India's spirits as they needed this breakthrough.

Live Score ENG 225/6 (67.4)  CRR: 3.33
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Bazzball Back On

Foakes displays aggressive batting, smashing consecutive boundaries and a six off Ashwin's deliveries, including a powerful slog-sweep and a lofted shot over wide mid-wicket.

Live Score
ENG 224/5 (67)  CRR: 3.34
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Simple Cricketing Shot By England

Jadeja keeps Root and Foakes on their toes with variations in flight and length, forcing defensive strokes and well-placed singles, including a diving save by Gill at cover, as Root navigates a delivery that kept low.

Live Score
ENG 208/5 (65)  CRR: 3.2
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: 200 Up For ENG

Ashwin bowls a series of deliveries, with Root and Foakes picking up singles through well-placed shots and a slight fumble in the field, contributing to England's total reaching 200, while Root survives an attempt at a cut shot that resulted in an under-edge to the keeper.

Live Score
ENG 204/5 (63)  CRR: 3.24
Day 1: 3rd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Tea Break

Foakes survives an lbw appeal as India exhausts all their reviews due to a miscommunication between Rohit and the keeper, with the ball tracking showing it would have missed the leg stump.

Live Score
ENG 198/5 (61)  CRR: 3.25
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: England Dominate

Root executes a delightful late cut for four off Jadeja, who is frustrated, followed by Foakes surviving some tricky deliveries without conceding any runs.

Live Score ENG 196/5 (58)  CRR: 3.38
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Jadeja back in the attack

Root faces Jadeja confidently, blocking or easing the deliveries to various fielders without conceding any runs, as Jadeja returns to the attack.

Live Score ENG 186/5 (56)  CRR: 3.32
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: England Back In The Game

Ashwin bowls a variety of deliveries, including flighted ones, to Root and Foakes, but they manage to defend or play cautiously, with Root flicking one for a single, as he continues to bowl over the wicket.

Live Score ENG 180/5 (53)  CRR: 3.4
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Fifty For Root

Root handles Kuldeep's variations well, adjusting quickly to a low ball and confidently defending each delivery, despite a minor issue with the bounce.

Live Score ENG 176/5 (50)  CRR: 3.52
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Root Nears Fifty

Foakes expertly drives a fullish delivery for four through the off-side, while Root picks up a single with a well-placed tuck to square leg, amidst minor disruptions behind the bowler's arm.

Live Score ENG 170/5 (47)  CRR: 3.62
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: England Bounce Back

Foakes displays brilliance with a straight drive for four off Kuldeep's delivery, while Root picks up a single with a tidy flick to the leg-side, amidst a series of well-defended balls by both batsmen.

Live Score ENG 161/5 (44)  CRR: 3.66
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Kuldeep Yadav Into The Attack

Kuldeep Yadav bowls a mix of flighted and shorter deliveries, with Foakes and Root both defending well, with Root picking up a single through a nudge to mid-wicket.

Live Score
ENG 151/5 (42)  CRR: 3.6
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Jadeja Keeping It Tight

Root defends confidently against Jadeja's flighted deliveries, while Foakes manages to sneak a single past slip thanks to a good fielding effort, despite a close call for a catch at short third man.

Live Score ENG 150/5 (40)  CRR: 3.75
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Akash Deep vs Joe Root

Akash Deep tests Root outside off-stump, but Root responds confidently with a stylish cut for four, followed by well-timed shots for singles and twos, showcasing his natural game as observed by BaBaJi.

Live Score
ENG 146/5 (38)  CRR: 3.84
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Akash Deep Back In Attack

Akash Deep delivers a series of well-directed balls to Foakes, inducing a confident defensive play and an attempt to work the ball onto the on-side, with a slight appeal for LBW dismissed, while a fumble grants a couple of runs on one delivery.

Live Score ENG 137/5 (36)  CRR: 3.81
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Root Stands Tall

Root picks up singles and twos off Ashwin's deliveries, employing both defensive strokes and well-timed drives through the on-side, while fielding positions adjust accordingly.

Live Score ENG 135/5 (34.1)  CRR: 3.95
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Jadeja Bowls A Maiden Over

Root defends solidly against Jadeja's variations, using good footwork to negate the spin.

Live Score ENG 131/5 (32)  CRR: 4.09
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Ashwin Keeps It Tight

Ashwin keeps it tight, as Foakes drives for two runs through the gap, while Root picks up a single and defends well in his over.

Live Score ENG 124/5 (29)  CRR: 4.28
Day 1: 2nd Session

LIVE IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 1: Foakes In The Middle

Jadeja bowls a tight over to Foakes, who defends well before flicking one for two runs, as he begins his innings.

Live Score ENG 118/5 (26)  CRR: 4.54
Day 1: 2nd Session

IND vs ENG 4th Test LIVE: Pitch doing the talking in Ranchi 

The playing surface has sparked discussions, with Ben Stokes notably dubbing it 'interesting' prior to the Test. The morning moisture favored the pacers, with Siraj and Akash Deep capitalizing on movement. However, it's the uneven bounce that has posed challenges. In the early overs, Siraj exploited the conditions, delivering one that reared up from back of a length to trouble Crawley. Similarly, Jadeja, operating from the same end, produced a delivery that stayed unexpectedly low, highlighting the pitch's unpredictability.

LIVE Updates India Vs England 4th Test: Stokes departs as Lunch taken'

Jadeja bowls the last over before lunch and removes Stokes off the first ball. It was straighter one, and kept very low. Stokes was on back foot and it hit low on the front pads. Umpire raised the finger immedately as it was plumb. England go to Lunch 5 down as the session was dominated completely by India.

Three wickets to debutant Akash Deep and one wicket each to Ashwin and Jadeja.

ENG 112/5 (24.1)

  CRR: 4.63