In the Anderson-Tendulkar trophy 2025, England is leading with 2-1, and recently in the 4th instalment of the series played at Old Trafford, India displayed an unwavering spirit where they drew the match from a vulnerable position of losing two top-order batsmen at just 1 run. Shubman Gill and KL Rahul played exceptional knocks to build a strong partnership for the 4th wicket. The last match of the series will be played at the Oval cricket ground in Kennington, London.
Later on, Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja showed up at the right time with striking centuries against the mighty England bowling lineup. Sundar made his first Test century in England, which also created tension between the two batters and the England team on the pitch.
England captain Ben Stokes wanted to shake hands and draw the match, but the left-handers denied the request and went ahead to complete their century.
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5th Test match IND vs ENG: Updates and News
The last match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 will be played at the Oval cricket ground in Kennington, London. Rishab Pant has been ruled out due to a fractured toe, Ben Stokes looked uncomfortable with his calf injury and shoulder pain. Jamie Overton got recalled for the 5th Test, and N Jagdeesan from Tamil Nadu received his debut call for India as a replacement for Rishab Pant.
Indian bowlers’ record at the Oval cricket ground
| Bowler Name | Figures (Wickets/Runs) | Opposing Team | Date of Match | Match Result |
| Bhagwath Chandrashekhar | 6/38 | England | August 1971 | India won by 4 wickets |
| Umesh Yadav | 3/60 | England | Sep 2-6, 2021 | India won by 157 runs |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 2/27 | England | Sep 2-6, 2021 | India won by 157 runs |
| Shardul Thakur | 2/50 | England | Sep 2-6, 2021 | India won by 157 runs |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 2/27 | England | Sep 2-6, 2021 | India won by 157 runs |
Bhagwath Chandrashekhar’s Iconic Spell (1971)
One of the greatest individual bowling efforts by an Indian at The Oval has been by Bhagwath Chandrashekhar. In August 1971, the mysterious leg-spinner bowled 6 wickets for 38 runs. This great effort was instrumental in India winning their first-ever Test series on English soil, as India won the match by four wickets.
Although other records may place slightly varying figures, the general agreement among several authentic records verifies the 6/38 as the official bowling analysis of this momentous event.
Chandrashekhar’s physical disability (polio in one arm) being overcome to deliver such a performance adds greater magnitude to the mythical nature of his performance.
The Collective Triumph: India’s Bowling in the 2021 Oval Test Victory
The Test match of 2021 at The Oval was another historic chapter for India at the venue, which ended in an astonishing 157-run triumph over England and gave India a vital 2-1 series advantage.
In contrast to the individual dominance of Chandrashekhar, this triumph was a result of a unified and powerful collective bowling effort, where different bowlers made substantial contributions instead of expecting a single five-wicket return.
Major Indian bowling attack contributions were:
Umesh Yadav
Proven effective with the returns of 3 for 76 runs in the first innings and 3 for 60 runs in the second innings. Yadav’s continued consistent length and pace briefly broke the spirit of England’s determination.
Jasprit Bumrah
Delivered timely breakthroughs for India with the totals of 2 for 67 runs in the first innings and extremely economical figures of 2 for 27 runs from 22 overs in the second innings. Bumrah’s second innings was highlighted by the captain Virat Kohli, who hailed Bumrah’s great control and ability to strangle runs while providing timely wickets.
Shardul Thakur: Added 1 wicket for 54 runs in the first innings and 2 wickets for 50 runs in the second innings. Apart from his bowling, Thakur’s match-winning batting contributions (57 runs in the first innings and 60 runs in the second) gave the bowlers the vital runs on which they could enjoy a big target to defend, highlighting his value as an all-rounder.
Ravindra Jadeja: Relied on pressure and contributed to the wicket-taker tally, taking 2 wickets for 73 runs in the first innings and 2 for 27 in the second. His left-arm spin added control and variation to the bowling attack.
This combined effort in 2021 illustrates a strategic development in India’s bowling strength.
Chandrashekhar’s 6/38 in 1971 was an isolated, match-winning effort that led directly to a historic series win.
This illustrates the conventional influence of an influential individual bowler.
However, the 2021 victory was a departure. India’s triumph at The Oval was assisted by many pacers and spinners, which signals a more impressive/consistent and tougher bowling collective that relies less on “heroic” spells, an increasing need for reliable consistency in Test cricket while touring/playing in difficult away conditions.
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