India vs England 5th Test Day 3 — Live Score Update & Key Developments

Note: I do not have live access to scores. Replace bracketed items with current figures before publishing. India resumed Day 3 of the fifth Test on [start score] and by stumps were [stumps score — e.g., X/Y in Z overs], with [key Indian batter] and [other batter/bowler] influencing the momentum. Early sessions saw [describe trend — e.g., disciplined bowling and run-scoring pressure/late-session acceleration], setting up a pivotal middle session where the balance of the match tilted towards [India/England]. The scoreboard reflected a match in which control and seizing key moments mattered for the hosts. From an Indian perspective, the focus has been on building partnerships and exploiting home conditions. [Lead Indian batter] looked in strong touch, rotating the strike and punishing width, while the India bowling unit — led by [lead Indian bowler] — continued to probe for reverse-swing and bounce on a pitch described as [pitch behaviour: e.g., wearing but still offering carry]. England’s batsmen were tested by disciplined lines, but occasional loose overs allowed them to keep the scoreboard moving. Tactics and captaincy played a significant part on Day 3. India’s field placements and use of the new ball spells suggested an intent to attack in short, incisive bursts, aiming to create pressure rather than relying on long spells. With the series and home advantage in mind, Indian selections and the use of seamers versus spinners will remain central to the final-day plan. What to watch next: whether India can press for a result by taking early wickets in the final day or whether England will settle for saving the Test and series. Key indicators will be the pitch’s wearing character, the lower-order resilience, and how India’s senior batters manage scoreboard tempo. For live updates, follow the official broadcasters and scoreboard feeds and refresh the bracketed items above to reflect the latest figures.