The Test series between india and england has created a historical record. In this series, both teams have scored more than 300 runs 14 times. With this, this series has equaled the 96-year-old record of the most 300+ runs in a series in the history of Test cricket. The record was set when england and australia scored 300+ runs together 14 times in the Ashes series held in 1928-29. That record has now been equaled by the India-England series. Next to this, 300+ runs were scored 13 times in the series between australia and the west indies in 1975-76. The series ended in a run chase. In the first match of the five-match Test series, which began on July 20 in Leeds, both teams crossed 300 runs in all four innings. In the second match at Edgbaston, 300+ runs were scored three times, and in Manchester and The Oval twice each.
This historic feat was achieved when england crossed 300 runs in the 63rd over of the second innings of the Oval Test. Harry Brook and Joe Root's magnificent centuries put england in a strong position. At the end of the fourth day's play, england had scored 339 runs for the loss of 6 wickets. With only 35 runs left to win, the game has reached an exciting stage. On the other hand, india needs 4 wickets to level the series. Records and a thrilling final day, india alone have scored 300+ runs 8 times in this series. india also set a new record for the most 350+ runs scored in a Test series (7 times). Today, the last day of the Oval Test, the game is expected to be very exciting. england batsmen Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton are on the field. With england player chris Woakes doubtful to bat due to a shoulder injury, it is considered that the indian team has a slim chance of winning. Thus, fans are eagerly waiting to see how this historic series will end.
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Sowmiya Sriram

04/08/2025 11:37 AM