The first Test between India and England at Headingley is poised for a thrilling finish after a dramatic Day 4 saw momentum swing back and forth, ultimately leaving England with a target of 371. After KL Rahul (121) and Rishabh Pant (118) had seemed to put India in a commanding position, a late collapse gave England renewed hope.

India began the day on 90/2, holding a lead of 96 runs. However, Shubman Gill's early dismissal set the tone for a session where England clawed their way back into the match. Rahul and Pant then constructed a brilliant 195-run partnership, shifting the pressure back onto the English bowlers. Both batsmen reached centuries, with Pant becoming the first Asian wicket-keeper to score two centuries in a single Test, following his first innings score of 134. Their aggressive strokeplay and excellent running between the wickets put India in a strong position, with a total exceeding 400 looking likely.

However, just as India looked to be completely taking the game away, a familiar weakness resurfaced: a batting collapse. After Pant's dismissal, attempting to accelerate the scoring, the innings unraveled quickly. England's Josh Tongue triggered a slide, and the Indian tail offered little resistance. India lost their last six wickets for a mere 31 runs, leaving them all out for 364. This collapse mirrored their first-innings woes, where they lost 7 wickets for 41 runs.

England's openers, Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett, survived a tricky six overs before the close of play, finishing on 21/0. While they are yet to be dismissed, the target of 371 remains a significant challenge.

Despite the collapse, India holds the upper hand, possessing a substantial lead and a bowling attack capable of exploiting the Headingley pitch. Jasprit Bumrah, in particular, will be key, and the Indian bowlers will need to apply relentless pressure and capitalize on any opportunities.

England, however, will draw inspiration from Headingley's history of successful fourth-innings chases. This is the only venue to witness two chases over 350: Australia's 404 in 1948 and England's own 359 against Australia in 2019. They will also look back to their successful chase of 378 against India in 2022.

England will need one of their batsmen to produce a truly special innings to achieve the target. The team also needs to soak up pressure from India's bowlers and then reapply it again on their bowlers.

The stage is set for a captivating final day. India will aim to exploit the conditions and England's batting lineup, while England will strive for a historic chase.