Woakes Ready to Bat with Injury as England Chase Victory in Oval Decider

Despite suffering a painful shoulder injury on the first day, Chris Woakes is prepared to bat if England need him on Day 5 of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy final at The Oval. Woakes, who hasn’t played since his awkward fall, may come out at number 11 with England needing just 35 runs to win the series while holding four wickets in hand.

Chris Woakes stands ready to bat with a dislocated shoulder and “put his body on the line” for England 🤯#ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/YyEdubNbYf

— England’s Barmy Army 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) August 3, 2025

Joe Root, after England’s big partnership with Harry Brook put them on the brink, praised Woakes’ dedication, saying, “He’s all-in, like the rest of us.” Root added that Woakes has been practicing indoors and is willing to do whatever it takes, even with his injury.

Root also highlighted Harry Brook’s rapid 111 and called him an amazing talent, while applauding India’s Mohammed Siraj for his fighting spirit. As the teams prepare for the final day, England hope for one last push to cross the finish line, with the new ball for India just 22 deliveries away.

With both risk and excitement ahead, fans look forward to an intense final day as England stand on the verge of a memorable win.

                                               

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