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Krishna Secures Important Duckett Dismissal on Day Four of Fifth Test

England faces a significant turn in the fifth Test as bowler Prasidh Krishna dismisses Ben Duckett early on the fourth day

Test day four highlights: Prasidh Krishna dismisses Ben Duckett in the fifth test
Test day four highlights: Prasidh Krishna dismisses Ben Duckett in the fifth test

Krishna Secures Important Duckett Dismissal on Day Four of Fifth Test

England began the fourth day of the fifth Test match at The Oval under pressure, chasing a challenging target of 292 runs set by India. The day started with England's score at 82 runs, and the urgency for England was clear - they needed to accelerate their scoring rate to chase the total.

In a significant turn of events, batter Ben Duckett was dismissed for 54 runs, caught at slip by the Indian fielders. The wicket was taken by Prasidh Krishna, a bowler eager to make an impact for the Indian bowling attack. This dismissal marked a major turnaround in the match, as England lost their second wicket and found themselves at 82-2.

As the day progressed, the Indian team, aiming to win the series, continued to apply pressure on the English batting lineup. The live coverage of the match was available for cricket fans, offering updates and insights into the ongoing series. Details on match conditions were also available for viewers interested in staying informed about the game.

The Indian bowling attack, buoyed by the success of the dismissal of Duckett, was eager to secure a series win. However, the English batsmen showed resilience, and the outcome of the match remained uncertain as the day drew to a close.

The fifth Test match at The Oval promises to be an exciting conclusion to the series, with both teams showing determination and skill. Fans can tune in to catch the live coverage and witness the thrilling conclusion to this closely contested series.

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