Bad light brought an abrupt halt to a gripping Day 4 of the fifth Test at The Oval, just as momentum appeared to be swinging back toward India. England were 339 for 6 after 76 overs, needing just 35 more runs to complete a record chase of 374 and seal the series 3-1. With the covers coming on and players walking off, the Test remains tantalisingly poised heading into what promises to be a dramatic final day.

After Tea, India mounted a spirited fightback in the final session, led by Prasidh Krishna, who turned the tide with two key wickets in two overs. He removed centurion Joe Root and debutant Jacob Bethell in quick succession, reinvigorating India’s hopes of pulling off a remarkable comeback victory.

Root, who compiled a measured 110, fell shortly after reaching his century, ending a crucial 141-run stand with Harry Brook. Bethell followed soon after, edging behind as India seized the momentum late in the day.