• Chris Woakes walked out to bat despite suffering a suspected dislocated shoulder during the fifth Test against India at The Oval.

  • India won the thrilling match by 6 runs and levelled the series 2-2.

ENG vs IND [WATCH]: Chris Woakes comes out to bat with dislocated shoulder on Day 5 of Oval Test
Chris Woakes comes out to bat despite shoulder injury (Image Source: X)

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In a remarkable display of grit and determination, England all-rounder Chris Woakes walked out to bat despite suffering a suspected dislocated shoulder during the fifth Test against India at The Oval. The incident stunned the crowd on Monday as Woakes, who was earlier ruled out of the match, came in at No. 11 for the hosts after Prasidh Krishna dismissed Josh Tongue.

Rousing reception for Chris Woakes

The Oval crowd rose to their feet, applauding the 35-year-old as he made his way to the middle. His decision to bat, despite the injury that kept him out of action since Day 1, showcased his unwavering commitment to the team. Fans and teammates alike lauded the moment, as the atmosphere turned electric with support for Woakes.

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Interestingly, Woakes had been seen taking throwdowns in the indoor nets on Sunday, hinting at his intention to contribute despite his injury. Though he was officially ruled out, his preparation and resolve culminated in one of the most courageous sights of the series.

India draw series with thrilling win

Despite Woakes’ brave effort, India held their nerves in the tense moments to clinch a thrilling 6-run victory at The Oval. With the win, the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy ended in a gripping 2-2 draw, underlining the intensity and drama of one of the most hard-fought Test series in recent memory.

Also WATCH: ENG vs IND – Ravindra Jadeja’s mid-match t-shirt change request to a spectator sparks laughter at The Oval

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