India's narrowest Test victories

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The pulsating climax against Australia at Mohali is destined to become part of Indian cricket folklore.

Down for the count at 124/8, the ailing duo of VVS Laxman and Ishant Sharma added 81 for the ninth wicket to take the team to the doorstep of victory. A late twist in the tale looked likely as Australia prised out the obdurate Ishant with eleven still needed but, a few nerve-wrecking moments later, India ran out winners by a solitary wicket, its closest margin of victory ever.

Here's a brief look at a few other Tests that ended in India's favour by a whisker.

Text: Sankhya Krishnan
Images: AP/AFP