An incredible battling effort earned India a hard-fought draw in the fourth test against England on Sunday, denying the hosts a series victory in the process. After losing two wickets before they had even scored a run in their second innings,

Centuries for the two India spinners in a partnership of 203 capped a terrific fightback and ensured the series remains alive when these teams reconvene at The Oval on Thursday. India cannot win it but, as their doggedness at Old Trafford showed, they have a willingness to scrap to avoid defeat.

India pull off one of the great rearguards to defy England, earn a draw in the fourth Test at Old Trafford and keep the series alive.