Payn was a fine dashing soldier, and a great favourite with the men, who calculated on his backing them up if they upset Sir Colin's little plan.

Whether what happened was with or without Payn's permission, I cannot say, but we were all waiting near the bridge for the attacking party to form when suddenly the 'advance' was sounded, then the 'double,' followed by a tremendous cheer, and we saw the 53rd charge the enemy.

Sir Colin was very angry, but the 53rd could not be brought back, and there was nothing for it but to support them.

Hope's and Greathed's troops were instantly pushed on, and the Cavalry and Horse Artillery were ordered to mount.
The ground gradually sloped upwards towards Khudaganj, and the regiments moving up to the attack made a fine picture.

The 93rd followed the impulsive 53rd, while Greathed's brigade took a line to the left, and as they neared the village the rebels hastily limbered up their guns and retired.