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The Indian cricket team, captained by Rohit Sharma, secured resounding innings and a 64-run victory against England in the fifth and final Test, concluding the series with a convincing 4-1 win. This triumph showcased a remarkable comeback by the hosts after losing the first Test, underscoring their dominance in the subsequent matches.

That series winning feeling 😃#TeamIndia 🇮🇳 complete a 4⃣-1⃣ series victory with a remarkable win 👏👏

Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/OwZ4YNua1o#INDvENG | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/vkfQz5A2hy

— BCCI (@BCCI) March 9, 2024

India Clinch Historic Series victory over England

Despite the absence of key players such as Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami, the Indian side exhibited exceptional depth, with debutants Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel, Devdutt Padikkal, and Akash Deep making notable contributions. The young talents showcased their potential, offering a glimpse into the promising future of Indian cricket.

The series win secured India’s dominance over England and solidified their position at the top of the World Test Championship (WTC) points table. As of March 3, India led the table with a point percentage of 64.58, having won five out of eight matches. In contrast, England occupied the eighth position among nine teams with a point percentage of 19.44. The top five teams in the WTC included New Zealand (60), Australia (59.09), Bangladesh (50), and Pakistan (36.66).

Following the latest victory, India has extended its lead at the top of the WTC points table, boasting a point percentage of 68.51 after six wins in nine games. England’s point percentage has dwindled to 17.5, leaving them in the same position among the top nine teams.

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Ravichandran Ashwin played a pivotal role in India’s triumph, claiming nine wickets in his 100th Test match haul. England’s batting lineup struggled once again, posting scores of 218 and 195 in their two innings, while India amassed a formidable 477 runs on the same track. Openers Rohit Sharma (103) and Shubman Gill (110) led the charge with centuries, supported by fifties from debutant Devdutt Padikkal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Sarfaraz Khan.

Notably, veteran seamer James Anderson achieved a personal milestone by securing his 700th scalp during the match, providing a silver lining for England amidst their overall substandard performance.

India’s comprehensive series victory serves as a testament to their depth, resilience, and strategic prowess, setting a positive tone for their future endeavours in international cricket.