IND vs Eng 5th Test: ‘There is no reason that we cannot chase him’ – Josh tongue has faith in England’s batting firepower. Cricket news

Timesofindia.com in London: Pacer Josh Tong of England admitted that bowling less to a bowler on a day 3 was always going to be a tough challenge, but remained calm about the chase of the fourth paan as the hosts set a difficult 374 -run target by India in the final test at the Oval. “It was always a difficult asking ask for American bowlers,” said the tongue after stumps on Saturday. “But we are very cold. Not to overthrow the target. We have got with the batting line-up, there is no reason we cannot chase it.” The tongue also explained how the pitch has changed during three days. “It had a little bit, but the heavy roller seemed to be touched to level it. Nevertheless, the odd is jumping from a length.” Asked about a possible Ashes tour at the end of this year, the fast bowler brushed it aside. “Not thinking yet,” he said. The tongue, which was taken to something by the nightwatchman Akash Deep, admitted that the lower -order runs were disappointed. “He got some runs. It hurt.”

India had earlier taken over the match with a hundred hundred and Akash Deep with a fierce 66 from Akash Deep, who shared a century stand in the morning session. Washington Sundar then broke 53 off 46 balls, as India set a record target of 374-the most set in the Oval in Test cricket. Close to the game, England were 50 for 1, Sirj removed the crrolly just before the stumps. Two are left for the whole day, the match is still open, although India looks firmly on top. England’s approach to day 4 may test and perhaps define the series.