INDIA put themselves in a strong position to deny Australia a new Test wins record thanks to some valiant batting from VVS Laxman and a fine all-round showing from Irfan Pathan in the third Test at the WACA.

England completed a remarkable final-Test victory at the Wankhede Stadium to share the series with India.

VIRENDER SEHWAG’S second Test century frustrated England on the opening day at Trent Bridge.