Woakes to be available to bat on Day 5

Woakes to Bat on Day 5 Despite Injury

Chris Woakes will be available to bat on the final day of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy decider at The Oval, if England need him. Despite suffering a suspected shoulder dislocation on the opening day, Woakes is prepared to come out at No. 11 to help England chase the remaining 35 runs and clinch the series.

Root Praises Woakes' Commitment

"He's all-in, like the rest of us," Joe Root said. "It's been that kind of series, where guys have had to put bodies on the line. Hopefully, it doesn't get to that. But he had some throwdowns in here at one point, and he's ready if needed… He's desperate to do what it takes."

Root and Brook's Monumental Partnership

England are within striking distance of victory thanks to a monumental 195-run partnership between Root and Harry Brook. Brook scored 111 off 98 balls in a counterattacking masterclass, while Root described the experience as a joy.

"I think one of the most important things about batting is building a partnership and understanding the impact that you both have on each other and being able to dovetail well together," Root said.

Praise for Mohammed Siraj

Root also reserved praise for Mohammed Siraj, calling him a warrior for his tireless efforts across the series. "He's a character. He's a warrior. He's a real warrior," Root said. "He's someone that you want on your team. He's that kind of character. He gives everything for India."

England's Chances on Day 5

England will get another helpful roller before the start of play to flatten the pitch out, and Root believes this could work in their favor. "You come back tomorrow, you get another roller, you can rest up and it's a completely new opportunity," he said.