“IND vs ENG 5th Test: Kuldeep’s Pair of Wickets Stuns England”

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In the highly anticipated 5th Test between India and England, batsman Rajat Patidar’s unfortunate injury paved the way for Devdutt Padikkal’s Test debut. As the match commenced at Dharamsala’s HPCA Stadium on March 7, 2024, the spotlight shone brightly on Ravichandran Ashwin’s 100th Test milestone, with the Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma, expressing pride in Ashwin’s achievement during the toss. However, it was the young sensation Kuldeep Yadav who stole the show with a spectacular double strike, leaving England reeling at 100/2 by lunchtime.

The day’s play witnessed a display of skill and determination from both sides. Despite facing a formidable opening spell from Indian pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, England’s Zak Crawley showcased resilience, crafting a classy unbeaten half-century. However, Kuldeep Yadav’s brilliance couldn’t be contained as he dismissed Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope, leaving England in a precarious position.

As the lunch break approached, England’s scoreboard read 100/2, with Crawley leading the charge alongside Pope. With the match finely poised, all eyes are on how England will navigate through India’s bowling attack in the subsequent sessions.

Stay tuned for more updates on the thrilling action from the IND vs ENG 5th Test match at Dharamsala.