Chris Woakes remains prepared to take to the crease despite nursing a dislocated shoulder, ready to "put his body on the line" for England, as Joe Root expressed confidence that the hosts will deliver the decisive blow in this gripping series finale against India. For the fifth consecutive Test, the match has stretched into the final day following a tension-filled fourth evening that left every outcome still within reach. Magnificent centuries from Root (105) and Harry Brook (111) had positioned England perfectly for an extraordinary run chase, sitting comfortably at 301 for three whilst pursuing 374, before three late dismissals swung the pendulum back towards uncertainty. Poor light and drizzle brought a premature halt to what promised to be a captivating climax, leaving England requiring 35 runs whilst India hunt four additional wickets. One of those must be Woakes, who hasn't taken part since sustaining serious damage to his left shoulder whilst fielding on Friday. Although he was withdrawn from action the following morning, he has stayed with the squad and stands willing to bat at number 11 with his arm strapped up if circumstances demand it. "You probably saw him in his whites in the dressing room. He's all in, like the rest of us," said Root. "Clearly, he's in a huge amount of pain. But it means a huge amount to him and it just shows the character and the person that he is, that he's willing to put his body on the line like that for England. "If it does come to that, hopefully he can get us across the line and win an incredible series." Root remained unfazed by the tense climax after weeks of intense competition, and despite carrying the team with Brook, he's optimistic about England's chances. "It was always going to happen like this wasn't it? Just look at the first four games," Root said. "It's been amazing to play in and quite fitting that we're going to get that kind of finish. It's been one hell of a series, one hell of a journey, and there's clearly confidence in our dressing room. I'd like to think we've got what we need to get across the line." Root celebrated his 39th Test century, his third this season, with a heartfelt homage to the late Graham Thorpe. The former England batsman, who tragically passed away last year, had a profound impact on Root during his tenure as England's assistant coach. Upon reaching his hundred, Root donned a white headband in memory of Thorpe, similar to those sold by Surrey to support the MIND mental health charity, and gazed skyward. "That was on behalf of our team. It was just a thank you for everything that he's given the game of cricket, and given English cricket, on and off the field," Root explained. "It's been amazing to recognise everything that he's done as a player, as a coach, as a mentor, as a friend to the dressing room and to the game. "It was really great to see the amount of love that there is for him and for his family." India's pacers were in fine form before the rain disrupted play, likely keen to capitalise on their momentum. The overnight break and the potential for a heavy roller on the pitch might give England an edge, yet the damp outfield left India's camp accepting of the umpires' call. "We can see it's pretty wet out there," observed India's bowling coach Morne Morkel. "In a way that's out of our control so all we can focus on is doing a good warm-up in the morning, get the boys ready to get the ball in the right area and create a little bit of excitement again."