A dramatic final session on Day 4 at The Oval injected life into the Test match. Indian seamers, led by Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, bowled with intensity, creating numerous chances. Despite England's strong position, India's spirited effort, fueled by Joe Root's wicket and Jacob Bethell's dismissal, ignited the crowd.
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