In a surprise but touching moment during the fifth Test match between England and India at The Oval, former India Test captain Rohit Sharma surprised everyone by walking onto the field on Day 3. The seasoned batter was spotted mingling among the crowd, patiently standing in the ticket line outside the stadium. Wearing a casual jacket and cap, Rohit's unassuming appearance in the midst of fans surprised most and created an onslaught on social media. That unusual sight of the Indian captain standing in the midst of people to show support for his colleagues was a fine display of sportsmanship and team spirit. Watch here: ROHIT SHARMA HAS ARRIVED AT THE OVAL TO SUPPORT TEAM INDIA. 🇮🇳pic.twitter.com/kmo3O9bRjl — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) August 2, 2025 Even though he was not on the field, Rohit's presence at The Oval was symbolic. Famous for his classy stroke play and effective overseas performances, including a vintage century at the stadium in 2021, Rohit's path has been of grit and domination of tough English conditions. His visit on Day 3 to support the team struck a chord with fans and players alike, acting as a morale enhancer. Rohit's non-performance in active play during this match failed to dampen his effect. The team's aggressive comeback on Day 3, especially the night watchman's determination and endurance, spoke of the same grit Rohit was characterized by in his playing days. His legacy looms over the Indian batting order long after he is gone, challenging the players of today to scrap hard in an evenly fought series. Also Read | Trott Explains Bumrah’s Struggles in Manchester Test India Take Control in Morning Session Amid Heated Exchange Before Lunch It was a blazing conclusion to an excellent session for India on Day 3 of the 5th Test at The Oval. There was added drama in the last moments before lunch, courtesy Jaiswal, that saw some haldulf words exchanged as the players took their leave. Ben Duckett was once more at the center of it all, with Jaiswal appearing to be riled. A couple of fingers were pointed, and tension was evident, but Shubman Gill remained calm and attempted to escort his partner away from the situation. Barring the exchange, India had plenty to smile about in the session. Akash Deep, brought in as a nightwatchman, delivered more than anyone anticipated. Dropped early by Crawley, England suffered. The right-hander played with impeccable control and proceeded to score his first Test fifty, eventually being dismissed for a well-crafted 66. He put on a useful 107-run partnership with Gill that put India in firm control. England began the day on a positive note with some swing and movement, but they lost the plot soon and offered too many loose balls. India cashed in and put pressure throughout. England have plenty of work to do after lunch.