India’s spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Ravichandran Ashwin wreaked havoc on England’s batting lineup, bundling them out for 218 on day one of the fifth Test. Despite a solid start with Zak Crawley’s 79, England faltered, collapsing from 175-3. Ashwin, in his 100th Test, played a pivotal role, ending Ben Foakes’ resistance and wrapping up the innings. Yadav’s left-arm wrist spin dazzled, claiming a five-wicket haul. Crawley’s innings was a highlight until he fell to Yadav’s sharp turn. England’s woes continued as Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root departed, falling prey to Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja. Despite a promising start by openers, India’s bowlers dominated, securing a commanding position for the hosts.