Rishabh Pant joined a well-set Sarfaraz Khan at the start of play, building a monumental 177-run partnership that propelled India to a second-innings total of 462.
With a lead of 106 runs, the advantage seemed to be with the visitors, but India wasn’t backing down from a fight.
Jasprit Bumrah, finding movement with the new ball, made Devon Conway uncomfortable in the first four deliveries. However, the momentum was interrupted as the umpires reviewed the light conditions, much to the frustration of the fielding side.
On-field umpire Michael Gough was seen checking the light meter against the bails after the fourth ball of the innings, with growing darkness looming.
As the decision to take the players off the field was made, Rohit Sharma approached the umpires, voicing his displeasure. The delay meant India lost a key opportunity to exploit the new ball under favorable conditions.
Rohit was visibly upset, and Virat Kohli quickly joined him, engaging in a heated exchange with the officials.
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For a few minutes, their discussion became the focal point of attention before worsening weather solidified the umpires’ decision, leaving fans divided on social media.