The fourth Test’s final day witnessed a heated exchange between Ben Stokes and Ravindra Jadeja as England attempted to force an early draw. The situation arose when Jadeja and Washington Sundar were batting well, aiming for their centuries. India’s second innings started with early wickets, but Shubman Gill and KL Rahul built a solid partnership. Following this, Jadeja and Sundar steered the match toward a draw, keeping India in contention to level the series in the next game.
Stump mic audio revealed England’s frustration with the Indian batsmen’s decision to continue playing. When England’s team suggested a draw, Jadeja responded that he couldn’t decide. England players then requested a handshake, urging Jadeja to finish his century, asking if he needed an hour. Jadeja reiterated that he didn’t want to stop. Stokes then weighed in, encouraging Jadeja to score a Test hundred against Harry Brook, while others pleaded for him to end the game. Jadeja and Sundar resisted the pressure applied by England to end the match early.