As India pushes for a series-levelling victory against England at The Oval, former coach Ravi Shastri advised Indian bowlers to target specific dents on the pitch for maximum impact. Shastri highlighted the increased grass cover compared to earlier matches, making conditions challenging for England. Mel Jones noted the unpredictable bounce caused by the surface.
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