New Delhi : India asserted their dominance in the series with a resilient five-wicket victory over England in the fourth Test held in Ranchi, securing an insurmountable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. Despite England's spirited resurgence, India's determination led them to clinch the series victory.

The match unfolded as a gripping battle, with Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel's partnership emerging as the decisive factor in tilting the scales in India's favor on the fourth day. The contest epitomized the back-and-forth nature that has characterized much of the series.

Debutant Akash Deep's early blows on Day 1 set the tone for India's performance, countered by Joe Root's resilient century for England. However, India's response, led by Dhruv Jurel's gritty 90, showcased their resilience as they closed the gap to just 46 runs behind England's first-innings total.

With the pitch exhibiting unpredictable behavior, India's spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja capitalized on the conditions. Ashwin's five-wicket haul, his 35th in Test cricket, equaled Anil Kumble's Indian record, while Kuldeep Yadav's contributions led to England's collapse for 145 runs, setting India a target of 192.

The fiercely contested series has seen momentum swings, with England initially gaining ground in Hyderabad before India mounted a strong comeback with victories in Vizag and Rajkot. The conclusive win in Ranchi solidifies India's supremacy in the series.

The stage is now set for the final Test in Dharamsala, scheduled from 7 to 11 March, where India aims to further consolidate their dominance.

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