Day 2 of the India vs England 5th Test was a rollercoaster, full of excitement, surprises, and big moments. India had a tough start, but the fine bowling of Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna helped them.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s excellent batting also played a leading role in their strong recovery. By the end of the day, India had taken control, finishing at 75/2 in their second innings with a handy lead of 52 runs.
England had their moments too, notably when their openers raced to a quick 92-run stand. But India’s bowlers came back strongly after lunch, ripping through England’s batting lineup.
Siraj and Krishna shared eight wickets between them, turning the game on its head. Then, Jaiswal walked out and smashed a quick fifty, making sure India ended the day with the upper hand.
The India vs England Test match is proving to be a nail-biter, and with three days still left, anything can happen. Let’s break down the key moments from Day 2.
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Morning Session: India’s Lower-Order Fight
India began the day at 204/6. Karun Nair and Washington Sundar were the last hope for scoring runs, and they had a tough job ahead. The pitch was still helping the bowlers, with the ball moving around.
Nair, playing his first Test in years, showed great patience and reached 57 before falling to a sharp delivery from Josh Tongue. Sundar chipped in with 29, but India’s innings ended at 224, giving England a narrow lead.
Key Moment: Nair’s gritty fifty kept India in the game when they could have folded cheaply.
England’s Explosive Start
Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett came out swinging. They attacked India’s bowlers from the start, hitting boundaries freely. In just 77 balls, they raced to 92 runs, putting England in a strong position. It looked like England would run away with the game.
But cricket is a funny sport; things can change quickly.
After Lunch: Siraj and Krishna Strike Back
The real show began after lunch. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, who had been expensive in the morning, came back with a sharper plan. They bowled fuller lengths, made the ball move, and suddenly, England’s batters had no answers.
Siraj was the star. He removed Ollie Pope, Harry Brook, and Jacob Bethell in a fiery spell. His bowling was fast, accurate, and complete energy. By the end of his spell, he had taken four wickets, including a big one, Root, England’s best batsman.
Prasidh Krishna matched him, taking four wickets of his own. He bowled with discipline, hitting the right areas and not giving England any free runs. Together, they bowled England out for 247, giving England a tiny lead of 23 runs.
Key Moment: Siraj’s spell after lunch changed the game completely.
Jaiswal’s Blazing Fifty
With a small trail, India needed their batters to build on it. Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young opener, had other plans. He didn’t just defend, he attacked.
Jaiswal smashed boundaries all around the ground. He reached his fifty in just 49 balls, hitting a massive six to bring up the milestone. Even though KL Rahul and Sai Sudharsan fell early, Jaiswal’s fearless batting ensured India finished the day at 75/2, with a lead of 52.
Key Moment: Jaiswal’s aggressive fifty gave India the momentum going into Day 3.
What’s Next? Day 3 Preview
India will want to bat big on Day 3. If they can stretch their lead past 200, they will be in a dominating position. England, on the other hand, needs early wickets to stay in the game.
Fast bowlers will have an advantage because the pitch is still tricky. If India’s batters can survive the first hour, they could take the game away from England.
Last Words
Day 2 of the India vs England 5th Test had everything: fast bowling, aggressive batting, and big turnarounds. India started the day struggling but ended it on top, thanks to Krishna-Siraj’s brilliance and Jaiswal’s fearless batting.
England will need something special on Day 3 to fight back. For India, the goal is simple: bat well, build a big lead, and then let their bowlers finish the job.
This Test match is far from over, but after Day 2, India holds the advantage. Cricket fans, stay tuned, for Day 3 is going to be exciting!
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