In a stunning display of dominance, India secured a resounding victory over England in the fifth and final Test of the series, sealing an unbeatable 3-1 lead. The match, which ended in just three days, saw the home side decimate the visitors by an innings and 64 runs, writing a decisive chapter in the Bazball era. This is Team India’s 17 consecutive series wins at home.
Led by captain Rohit Sharma, India’s commanding performance left England reeling, marking only their second-innings defeat in the Bazball era. With England faltering with the bat in both innings, it became evident that they were eagerly awaiting their flight back home, as India cruised to victory after batting just once.
Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill’s remarkable centuries, coupled with a spin-bowling masterclass from R Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav, ensured that India dashed England’s hopes of salvaging a consolation win in Dharamsala. The hosts displayed a ruthless demeanor for the first time in the series, amplifying England’s agony in the race to the World Test Championship final.
In his 100th Test appearance, R Ashwin delivered a stellar performance with a five-wicket haul, while Jasprit Bumrah, filling in for an injured Rohit Sharma, dismantled England’s lower order. England’s batting woes led to a third-day finish in the series for the first time, as they failed to last 60 overs in either innings of the fifth Test.
While Joe Root emerged as England’s lone warrior with notable contributions, his efforts were overshadowed by India’s formidable display. England, who had lost only four out of 18 Tests in the Bazball era prior to the series, faced a formidable challenge in India, ultimately succumbing to defeat.
India’s sensational comeback from an early series setback in Hyderabad culminated in a comprehensive 4-1 victory, adding to England’s tally of losses in the Bazball era. Yashasvi Jaiswal was named the Player of the Series for his outstanding contributions throughout the matches.
Match Results:
1st Test (Hyderabad): England won by 28 runs
2nd Test (Visakhapatnam): India won by 106 runs
3rd Test (Rajkot): India won by 434 runs
4th Test (Ranchi): India won by 5 Wickets
5th Test (Dharamsala): India won by innings and 64 runs
Players of Series: Yashasvi Jaiswal
