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At the end of Day 3 of the fourth Test in Manchester, England reached 544/7 in their first innings, tightening their grip on the match.
India was bowled out for 358 in their first innings, giving England a significant first-innings lead of 186 runs.
Historically, whenever the opposition has taken a lead of 150+ runs over India in the first innings, India's record has been poor.
Out of 127 such Tests, where the opposition had a 150+ run first-innings lead, India has managed to win only 2 matches, drawn 32, and lost 93.
India's win percentage in such scenarios is just 1.57%, making a comeback extremely difficult but not impossible.
India will aim to dismiss England early on Day 4 to avoid the risk of an innings defeat and keep hopes of a comeback alive.
Batting on the fifth day is expected to be tough, adding further pressure on the Indian batting lineup.
India has never won a Test match in Manchester, so the team also has the chance to script history with a win.