Leeds, June 23 -- With the Headingley Test poised on a knife's edge, India's KL Rahul on Monday said Day 5 promises a "blockbuster finish", pointing to deteriorating pitch conditions and the rising unpredictability of the surface as key factors that could swing the match either way.
Speaking after stumps on Day 4, Rahul observed, "When the Test began, I thought it was a flat wicket headed for a draw. But the pitch has worn down considerably, cracks are opening, there's variable bounce, and Jadeja will have the rough to exploit. It's not going to be easy for either side tomorrow."
Reflecting on India's position and England's counterpunching style, Rahul added, "Someone's going to win tomorrow. Their positive intent could keep us in the gam...