The drawn fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford saw late-game drama as Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar opted to continue batting despite a handshake offer from Ben Stokes and Harry Brook. Dale Steyn weighed in, suggesting a handshake would have been sportsmanlike once the draw was secured, though he acknowledged the batters' right to pursue milestones.
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