BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - JULY 05: Harry Brook of England avoids a short ball from Akash Deep of India during day four of the 2nd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Edgbaston on July 05, 2025 in Birmingham, England. Siraj & Akash Deep Rattle EnglandFormer England captain Michael Vaughan has pleaded with Ben Stokes and co to play for a draw on the final day as they can't win the Edgbaston Test from this position. "India have completely dominated the Test match with brilliant skill, great discipline. In a funny kind of way, this day has been coming where the Bazballers can't arrive on day five and even think about winning. The next best thing from winning a Test match is getting a draw.

Source: The Times July 06, 2025 12:43 UTC