England are on the verge of securing a series victory against India in the fifth and final Test at The Oval, needing just 35 runs with four wickets remaining. Joe Root and Harry Brook's formidable partnership has put England in a commanding position. Sunil Gavaskar emphasises that only a win for India can level the series and acknowledge their superiority.
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