Cricket super Test duel - 'Masterful' Root rescues England with an unbeaten 106 after early wickets

England's Joe Root plays a shot during the first day of the fourth Test cricket match between India and England at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) Stadium in Ranchi on Friday, February 23, 2024. - AFP

RANCHI, India (AFP): Joe Root hit an unbeaten 106 to lead England's recovery from early trouble after Indian fast bowler Akash Deep took three wickets on debut in the fourth Test on Friday.

England, who are fighting to stay alive at 2-1 down in the five-match series, reached stumps at 302-7 after electing to bat first in Ranchi.