India concluded Day 4 of the second Test against England with a commanding performance, setting a formidable target of 608 runs after declaring their second innings at 427/6. Shubman Gill led the charge with an impressive 161, supported by Rishabh Pant’s quickfire 65 off 58 balls. Despite India’s strong position, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja faced criticism for his cautious approach during the innings. Jadeja, who batted alongside Gill, struggled to accelerate the scoring rate in the second session. Facing 68 balls, he managed only one boundary before the tea break. However, upon resumption, he hit a significant six off Shoaib Bashir, prompting commentators Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton to question his earlier restraint. Atherton remarked that Jadeja should have adopted an aggressive stance before tea, while Hussain emphasized the importance of every moment in a Test match. The commentators speculated that Jadeja’s delayed aggression might have been influenced by waiting for instructions from head coach Gautam Gambhir. This hesitation potentially postponed India’s declaration, which could have been made earlier had Jadeja attacked sooner. Such a move might have allowed India to declare at a higher score and put more pressure on England. Jadeja eventually scored an unbeaten 69 off 118 balls before Gill declared the innings. As England began their chase, they quickly lost three wickets, including key player Joe Root, ending the day at 72/3. With 536 runs still required and only seven wickets remaining, England faces a daunting task on the final day. The debate over Jadeja’s approach highlights the strategic complexities of Test cricket and underscores the critical role of timely decision-making in securing victories.