England given Chris Woakes fitness boost ahead of nail-biting finish to India series
Chris Woakes injury update ahead of tense India Test finale
- England requires 35 runs with four wickets remaining on the final day of the Test match against India.
- India needs four wickets to secure victory in the series decider, which has seen all five Tests go to the final day.
- Despite a dislocated shoulder, Chris Woakes is prepared to bat at number 11 for England, demonstrating his commitment to the team.
- Centuries from Joe Root (105) and Harry Brook (111) had put England in a strong position chasing 374, but three late wickets left the match finely balanced.
- Root dedicated his 39th Test century to the late Graham Thorpe, wearing a headband to honour the former England assistant coach and raise awareness for mental health.