India made a remarkable turnaround after being reduced to 1/2 at Lunch on Day 4, losing Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan for ducks. Having conceded a lead of 311, India needed a solid start, but Chris Woakes left them reeling with two wickets in the first over. Many speculated that India would be bowled out for less than a hundred and the game would end today itself, but the captain and KL Rahul showed great grit and determination, and denied England any more wickets in the final two sessions of the day. The pair added an unbeaten 174 runs for the third wicket to lead India's fightback.

As things stand, India would be happy to go with just two wickets down on Day 4, but the job is far from over. India are still 137 runs away from taking a lead, and they don't have many reliable batters to follow. Rishabh Pant has a broken toe and won't be at his best. India have plenty of all-rounders who can be vulnerable in spicy conditions. It's basically about this pair. If Gill and Rahul bat for two sessions, India would be safe, but if the team loses an early wicket, then it would be trouble. Meanwhile, fans will also be looking up to the heavens for rain as it could help India save the Test.

IND vs ENG Day 5 Manchester Weather

Unfortunately for Indian fans, the rain will not have much of an impact on Day 5, and it will be up to the Indian batters to save the Test. The conditions will be slightly overcast and there could be a few short breaks, but the rain won't be significant enough to wash out a day or entire session. The overcast conditions could make the ball do a lot more and the challenge could be tougher for the Indian batters.

Gill-Rahul Nearing Hundreds

Meanwhile, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul are close to their respective hundreds, and it would be icing on the cake for the two if they can score centuries and save the Test for India from the most hopeless situation.