Despite England’s incredible recent record of huge chases against these opponents, India are firm favourites to secure a series-levelling victory at The Oval, after a third day that went their way from almost start to finish.
England, who were 50/1 at the close, lost Zak Crawley with two balls to go before the end, leaving them requiring what would be a record chase at The Oval of 374 if they are to fulfil their hopes of beating India in this series.
With rain on previous days extending play to 7pm, England faced a tricky final hour with India’s seamers – all three of whom have been highly...
