The fifth and final Test of the 2025 World Test Championship series between England and India at The Oval is poised for a dramatic conclusion on Day 5. England currently lead the match and the series 3-1, needing 35 runs to secure victory, while India requires four wickets to draw the series 2-2. The match has featured standout performances, including centuries from England's Harry Brook and Joe Root, with Root reaching his 39th Test century and becoming the first batter to score 6,000 runs in the World Test Championship. Brook’s counter-attacking ton and his 195-run partnership with Root have brought England close to victory. For India, Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a crucial century under pressure, and Prasidh Krishna’s late bowling efforts have revived India's chances. Mohammed Siraj has been a key bowler for India, taking 20 wickets in the series and bowling more balls than any Indian seamer since June 2002, except Jasprit Bumrah in the 2021-22 England series. Despite criticism earlier in the series, Prasidh Krishna has been instrumental in keeping India competitive in this Test. England's Chris Woakes is expected to bat if required despite a shoulder injury. The series has been highly competitive, with all five Tests extending to the fifth day. The final day will determine whether England clinches the series or India forces a draw. The match has also seen notable moments such as Joe Root paying tribute to Graham Thorpe after his century and a game-changing partnership between Root and Brook. The contest continues to captivate cricket fans as both teams battle intensely at The Oval.