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IND vs ENG, Highlights: Jasprit Bumrah with three wickets, but Ollie Pope going strong with century, ENG 209/3 at stumps

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IND vs ENG Highlights, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Jasprit Bumrah unsurprisingly shines for India with three wickets, but gives Harry Brook a second life with a late no-ball. Ollie Pope keeps the flag flying for England with a well-made century.

Key Events
  • 7:32 PM IST, June 21EARLY WICKET! BUMRAH STRIKES IN FIRST OVER
  • 5:35 PM IST, June 21ANOTHER ONE! Shardul gone chasing one, and it's LUNCH
  • 4:44 PM IST, June 21CENTURY FOR RISHABH PANT! How else but with a one-handed six
  • 4:24 PM IST, June 21400 with a six!
  • 4:08 PM IST, June 21Pant into the 80s, runs easy to come by
  • 3:31 PM IST, June 21Brydon Carse gets going, Gill adds single on first ball
  • 3:05 PM IST, June 21Gill kickstarts post-Kohli, Rohit era!
  • 2:42 PM IST, June 21Gill's calmness and Pant's madness vs overcast conditions!
  • 2:30 PM IST, June 21Jaiswal fights cramps to hit century!
  • 2:20 PM IST, June 21Southee backs Stokes' decision!
  • 2:09 PM IST, June 21How Rohit Sharma shaped Jaiswal
  • 1:58 PM IST, June 21How much should India aim at scoring?
  • 1:48 PM IST, June 21The opportunity which Shubman Gill pounced on
  • 1:37 PM IST, June 21Is the match already heading towards a draw?
  • 1:29 PM IST, June 21Which century stood out – Jaiswal’s or Gill’s?
  • 1:18 PM IST, June 21Ben Stokes - The Big Threat for India!
  • 1:10 PM IST, June 21How much is the pitch expected to change?
  • 12:59 PM IST, June 21Weather for Day 2
  • 12:48 PM IST, June 21Jaiswal and Gill offer a glimpse into the future
  • 12:40 PM IST, June 21KL Rahul would be kicking himself
  • 12:30 PM IST, June 21England's bowling weakness exposed?
  • 12:20 PM IST, June 21Rishabh Pant, the daredevil
  • 12:10 PM IST, June 21The second new ball!
  • 12:00 PM IST, June 21Ben Stokes does a Nasser Hussain
  • 11:50 AM IST, June 21Is a third century loading for India in this inning?
  • 11:40 AM IST, June 21Shubman Gill silences one and all
  • 11:30 AM IST, June 21We're back for Day 2
IND vs ENG Live Score, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Indian players celebrate after Jasprit Bumrah strikes, one of his three wickets on day two in a single-handed effort for India.
IND vs ENG Live Score, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Indian players celebrate after Jasprit Bumrah strikes, one of his three wickets on day two in a single-handed effort for India.

IND vs ENG Highlights, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Jasprit Bumrah doing all the damage for India! Takes all three wickets so far, adding the name of Joe Root to his book late on day 2. Ollie Pope still at the crease for England, having just brought up his ton. England trail by 262 at the end of day 2.

 Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant will look to build on their dominant partnership by adding another 200–250 runs, aiming to post a commanding total that allows their bowlers to dictate terms against the English batting lineup. However, the task won’t be as straightforward on Day 2, with conditions expected to shift significantly from the sun-soaked opening day. Overcast skies, increased humidity, and the possibility of rain interruptions will bring the seamers into play, making batting more challenging. Persistent rain is on the radar at Headingley during the morning and afternoon sessions. Despite the forecast, play is likely to begin on time. Thick cloud cover is expected to linger all day, which could provide ideal conditions for the seamers. Ask a cricket team how they would like to start a long away tour, and their answer will usually be that they go out, put runs on the board, don't lose too many wickets, and start wearing out the opposition bowling early. With that in mind, how India performed in their first day's play at Headingley in Leeds was probably a dream start, especially after being put in to bat. 359 runs on the first day, only three wickets down with two batters well-set at the crease heading into day two: India have the chance to really run the score up, and set themselves a very strong cushion for the remainder of the Test match, and potentially even the series beyond.

On Shubman Gill's captaincy debut, his rock-solid batting and second international ton was the story. Gill put away all the questions regarding his ability to play Test cricket overseas: although he has had his struggles opening and at number three against the moving ball, number four proved to be a much better entry point for him, after the opening batters had blunted the fresh Dukes and allowed him to start his innings off on the front foot. Gill looked in total control throughout the day, easily handling the bowling’s best and regularly putting away any looseners. This was also the story for Yashasvi Jaiswal, whom he shared a 129-run partnership with.

India's scorecard and Playing XI:

KL Rahul - 42

Yashasvi Jaiswal - 101

Sai Sudharsan - 0

Shubman Gill - 127 not out

Rishabh Pant - 65 not out

Yet to bat: 

Ravindra Jadeja, Karun Nair, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.

This wasn't a Jaiswal classic, as he had a couple of rough patches, but that's perhaps what makes it more commendable: the ability to battle through, to score runs despite not connecting everything, and to score a fifth Test century, under two years into his career.

India's two young batters came into this match knowing they were taking up the mantle of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, a proposition that too most would have been daunting, one which you could expect them to need some time to settle into. But both batters were in control, and their batting said that they were ready for this task. Good omens not just for this match or this series, but further beyond.

England's Playing XI:

Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (Captain), Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (Wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir.

On Day 2, India's goal will likely be to keep batting and minimise the need to bat a second time. This could mean trying to play through the majority of the day before asking Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj to have a tilt in the closing session of play. Key to India's gameplan will be Rishabh Pant: batting on 65*, if Pant can survive the fresh second new ball in the morning, he could really turn the scoring up and rapidly push India to and past that 500 mark.

England will be wary, and their plan will be to bowl funky lines and lengths to Pant, and hope he gets himself into a tangle. If they manage that, only the matter of trying to dislodge the Indian captain, holding up one end at 127* and just as capable of stepping up through the gears. Another potentially long day in store for the hosts in Leeds.

Below are a few pointers surrounding Day 2 of the India vs England 1st Test at Headingley:

- India started day 2 on a positive note, both Gill and Pant looking for runs

- Rishabh Pant brought up his 7th Test century, with a one-handed six

- Shubman Gill departed soon after, holing out to deep square leg

- Karun Nair's return didn't last long, as he was dismissed chipping one to short cover

- Pant and Shardul Thakur were also dismissed, leaving India 7 down at lunch

- England quickly wrapped up the innings post-lunch, taking 3 wickets and bowling out India for 471

- Rain briefly interrupted play during the innings change

- India will resume on a commanding 359/3.

- Rishabh Pant is unbeaten on 65, and Shubman Gill is on 127.

- Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a sublime century on Day 1, his first 100 on English soil.

- Sai Sudharsan was dismissed for a duck on his Test debut.

- KL Rahul fell for 42 after a promising start.

- The second new ball is just five overs old.

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 Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant will look to build on their dominant partnership by adding another 200–250 runs, aiming to post a commanding total that allows their bowlers to dictate terms against the English batting lineup. However, the task won’t be as straightforward on Day 2, with conditions expected to shift significantly from the sun-soaked opening day. Overcast skies, increased humidity, and the possibility of rain interruptions will bring the seamers into play, making batting more challenging. Persistent rain is on the radar at Headingley during the morning and afternoon sessions. Despite the forecast, play is likely to begin on time. Thick cloud cover is expected to linger all day, which could provide ideal conditions for the seamers. Ask a cricket team how they would like to start a long away tour, and their answer will usually be that they go out, put runs on the board, don't lose too many wickets, and start wearing out the opposition bowling early. With that in mind, how India performed in their first day's play at Headingley in Leeds was probably a dream start, especially after being put in to bat. 359 runs on the first day, only three wickets down with two batters well-set at the crease heading into day two: India have the chance to really run the score up, and set themselves a very strong cushion for the remainder of the Test match, and potentially even the series beyond.

On Shubman Gill's captaincy debut, his rock-solid batting and second international ton was the story. Gill put away all the questions regarding his ability to play Test cricket overseas: although he has had his struggles opening and at number three against the moving ball, number four proved to be a much better entry point for him, after the opening batters had blunted the fresh Dukes and allowed him to start his innings off on the front foot. Gill looked in total control throughout the day, easily handling the bowling’s best and regularly putting away any looseners. This was also the story for Yashasvi Jaiswal, whom he shared a 129-run partnership with.

India's scorecard and Playing XI:

KL Rahul - 42

Yashasvi Jaiswal - 101

Sai Sudharsan - 0

Shubman Gill - 127 not out

Rishabh Pant - 65 not out

Yet to bat: 

Ravindra Jadeja, Karun Nair, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.

This wasn't a Jaiswal classic, as he had a couple of rough patches, but that's perhaps what makes it more commendable: the ability to battle through, to score runs despite not connecting everything, and to score a fifth Test century, under two years into his career.

India's two young batters came into this match knowing they were taking up the mantle of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, a proposition that too most would have been daunting, one which you could expect them to need some time to settle into. But both batters were in control, and their batting said that they were ready for this task. Good omens not just for this match or this series, but further beyond.

England's Playing XI:

Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (Captain), Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (Wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir.

On Day 2, India's goal will likely be to keep batting and minimise the need to bat a second time. This could mean trying to play through the majority of the day before asking Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj to have a tilt in the closing session of play. Key to India's gameplan will be Rishabh Pant: batting on 65*, if Pant can survive the fresh second new ball in the morning, he could really turn the scoring up and rapidly push India to and past that 500 mark.

England will be wary, and their plan will be to bowl funky lines and lengths to Pant, and hope he gets himself into a tangle. If they manage that, only the matter of trying to dislodge the Indian captain, holding up one end at 127* and just as capable of stepping up through the gears. Another potentially long day in store for the hosts in Leeds.

Below are a few pointers surrounding Day 2 of the India vs England 1st Test at Headingley:

- India started day 2 on a positive note, both Gill and Pant looking for runs

- Rishabh Pant brought up his 7th Test century, with a one-handed six

- Shubman Gill departed soon after, holing out to deep square leg

- Karun Nair's return didn't last long, as he was dismissed chipping one to short cover

- Pant and Shardul Thakur were also dismissed, leaving India 7 down at lunch

- England quickly wrapped up the innings post-lunch, taking 3 wickets and bowling out India for 471

- Rain briefly interrupted play during the innings change

- India will resume on a commanding 359/3.

- Rishabh Pant is unbeaten on 65, and Shubman Gill is on 127.

- Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a sublime century on Day 1, his first 100 on English soil.

- Sai Sudharsan was dismissed for a duck on his Test debut.

- KL Rahul fell for 42 after a promising start.

- The second new ball is just five overs old.

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Jun 21, 2025, 15:44:06 IST

IND vs ENG Live Score, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Pant helps along a short one for 4

IND vs ENG Live Score, India vs England Test Series Day 2: A boundary for Pant as well now. On his hip, Pant can swivel and get it to the fine leg fence. Good comeback from Carse, beats him on the outside edge two balls later.

Jun 21, 2025, 15:37:53 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: First boundary of the day! Gill supreme

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Nice comfortable half-volley from Chris Woakes, and Gill jumps on it. Full face of the bat, hit with such timing and power down the ground for four. 

Jun 21, 2025, 15:35:13 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Sedate start from Pant

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Very colourful crowd in Leeds today. India's hopes will be to ensure they're not allowed to get too rowdy. Nice defensive technique from Pant, riding the bounce just under his eyes, and leaving well too. He's in this for the long haul.

Jun 21, 2025, 15:31:51 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Brydon Carse gets going, Gill adds single on first ball

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Here we go! Carse runs in and digs one short early, and Gill times it beautifully, as he was all of yesterday. Just a single, but good signs.

Jun 21, 2025, 15:20:15 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: 10 minutes from start of play — what are the expectations?

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: The players will head out to the middle for the start of play in a matter of minutes, and the morning session will determine whether this is another long day for England, or one where India can take true control of this match. India are in a strong position, but will want to try and manufacture a winning situation from here.

Jun 21, 2025, 15:05:23 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Gill kickstarts post-Kohli, Rohit era!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Ahead of the series, there were growing concerns over how India would fare in English conditions without the experienced duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who both announced their retirement from Test cricket just days apart last month. With Rohit stepping down as captain and Kohli leaving a massive void in the batting line-up, questions loomed over whether the next generation could shoulder the responsibility.

Jun 21, 2025, 14:56:00 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Gill-Jaiswal dominate Day 1!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill showcased the strength and depth of India’s new-look batting line-up, dispelling any doubts in the post-Kohli-Rohit era. Both youngsters rose to the occasion in style on Day 1 of the first Test, scoring impressive centuries to lay a solid foundation for the visitors. Jaiswal brought up a fluent 101 in his first Test on English soil, while skipper Gill remained unbeaten on a commanding 127. Their efforts powered India to a dominant 359/3 by stumps, sending a strong message that the future of Indian batting is in capable hands.

Jun 21, 2025, 14:42:00 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Gill's calmness and Pant's madness vs overcast conditions!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: The overcast conditions on Day 2 are expected to pose serious challenges for the batters, with swing and seam movement likely to test their technique and temperament. In these testing conditions, India will bank on Shubman Gill’s composure and ability to absorb pressure to anchor the innings. At the other end, Rishabh Pant’s fearless approach and unpredictability could provide the spark needed to disrupt England’s rhythm. The contrasting styles of Gill’s calm control and Pant’s explosive flair might be exactly what India needs to navigate the tricky morning session and push toward a dominant first-innings total.

Jun 21, 2025, 14:30:24 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Jaiswal fights cramps to hit century!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Yashasvi Jaiswal began experiencing cramps in his hands as he entered the 80s, but he didn’t linger long in the nervous 90s—reaching his century in just six deliveries. He brought up his hundred off 144 balls, laced with 16 boundaries and a towering six over deep point. His celebration was spirited, marked by a helmet swing and a fist pump in the air. However, his innings came to an abrupt end right after the tea break, as a sharp delivery from Ben Stokes crashed into his leg stump, dismissing him for a well-made 101.

Jun 21, 2025, 14:20:30 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Southee backs Stokes' decision!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: England’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss in the opening Test of the five-match series didn’t go as planned, as Indian skipper Shubman Gill (127*) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (101*) capitalised on a dry Headingley surface to guide India to a commanding 359/3 at stumps on Day 1. While the call raised a few eyebrows, England’s fast-bowling consultant Tim Southee backed Ben Stokes’ choice, explaining that the team had anticipated early assistance for the bowlers. However, those expectations were quickly dashed by a composed and clinical display from India’s young batting pair, who seized control and made full use of the favourable batting conditions.

Jun 21, 2025, 14:09:10 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: How Rohit Sharma shaped Jaiswal

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: When Yashasvi Jaiswal was scoring a mountain of runs back in India last year, and winning back-to-back Player of the Match awards, Rohit Sharma always remained careful about his thoughts on the youngster. While Rohit was never short of praises for Jaiswal, he never went over the board, with an eye on the bigger picture. Under Rohit, Jaiswal discovered how to have a steady head. In fact, the captain stopped Jaiswal from becoming his greatest enemy. Jaiswal had the tendency to get carried away due to a short temper. Rohit ensured Jaiswal channelled it better, en route to becoming India's best batter from the current Test set-up.

Jun 21, 2025, 13:58:04 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: How much should India aim at scoring?

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant will resume India’s innings at 359/3, with both batters well set at the crease. India will aim to pile on another 200–250 runs to give their bowlers a strong platform to go hard at the English lineup. However, the conditions on Day 2 are expected to be markedly different from the opening day, with overcast skies offering more assistance to the bowlers. While caution will be key, Pant’s presence promises the possibility of some audacious strokeplay early on, as India look to counterattack right from the first session.

Jun 21, 2025, 13:48:05 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: The opportunity which Shubman Gill pounced on

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: While Jaiswal was moulded by Rohit, Gill did not need that as he was always a lot more mature and level-headed. However, in 2018, when all the hype was around Prithvi Shaw, Gill flew under the radar. But as soon as Shaw slipped and lost his way due to his irresistible urges and dalliances, Gill ensured he remained razor-focussed. Gill was always disciplined, due to his upbringing and dedication towards the sport. In fact, right from his Under-19 days, he was destined for greatness, and in the last seven years, he has culminated all his positive traits to become India's Test captain.

Jun 21, 2025, 13:37:47 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Is the match already heading towards a draw?

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: India's commanding batting performance on Day 1 took many in England by surprise, especially given the recent retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Few expected the young brigade to settle in so swiftly. But with four days still to play, the match promises plenty of twists—starting today, as overcast conditions are set to favour the pacers. England, true to their Bazball approach, will look to push the game forward and avoid any drift toward a draw. However, their bowlers need to bring the A-game to the table on Day 2 to bounce back.

Jun 21, 2025, 13:29:16 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Which century stood out – Jaiswal’s or Gill’s? 

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: It’s tough to choose between the centuries scored by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, as both came under very different kinds of pressure. Jaiswal, playing his first Test in England, carried the burden of setting the tone for India in a new era post the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. He rose to the occasion with a composed and confident hundred, once again reaffirming his potential as a cornerstone of India’s future. On the other hand, Gill faced the dual weight of expectation – leading the side and walking in at No. 4, a position dominated by Kohli for over a decade. With questions surrounding his form outside Asia, Gill answered in style, weathering the scrutiny and finishing Day 1 unbeaten on a commanding 127, firmly silencing his critics.

Jun 21, 2025, 13:18:09 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Ben Stokes - The Big Threat for India!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Ben Stokes emerged as England’s most effective bowler on Day 1, standing out amid an otherwise lacklustre bowling display. Despite unhelpful conditions, he consistently hit the right lengths, extracted subtle movement off the pitch, and managed to swing the ball both ways—a skill that troubled the Indian batters more than any other bowler. With overcast skies, added moisture, and a hint of rain expected on Day 2, the conditions are set to tilt further in his favour. Known for thriving in challenging situations, Stokes will be eager to exploit the swing-friendly atmosphere and lead the charge in breaking India’s stronghold early in the day.

Jun 21, 2025, 13:10:22 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: How much is the pitch expected to change?

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: While the pitch isn’t expected to deteriorate much on Day 2, the overcast conditions alone could provide enough help for England’s pacers, especially in the opening session. Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue struggled to make an impact on Day 1 due to the unresponsive conditions, but with the ball likely to move more today, the pressure will be on them to step up and challenge the Indian batters early. Ben Stokes was the most effective bowler for the hosts on the opening day, consistently hitting the right lengths and generating movement both ways. The shift in conditions on Day 2 will only add to his confidence and threat.

Jun 21, 2025, 12:59:33 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Weather for Day 2

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Shubman Gill’s India made the most of Day 1 with a dominant batting display, aided by hot and humid conditions and no rain interruptions. However, the weather is set to turn on Day 2 in Leeds, with overcast skies and scattered showers expected throughout the day. The shifting conditions – including cloud cover, possible rain delays, and increased moisture in the air – are likely to favour the pacers, presenting a fresh challenge for the batters after a sun-drenched opening day.

Jun 21, 2025, 12:48:50 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Jaiswal and Gill offer a glimpse into the future

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Many years ago, during the 2012 Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan, when Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were batting together, Sunil Gavaskar famously said on air, 'We have glimpsed into the future of Indian cricket'. And what a prophecy it turned out to be. The old warhorses have retired, and a fresh guard has taken over, and yesterday, Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal demonstrated what Indian cricket's next era could look like. Jaiswal has now scored a hundred in each of his first Test matches in the West Indies, Australia and England. Meanwhile, Gill matched Kohli, Gavaskar to score a century in his first innings as Test captain. The similarities are way too familiar.

Jun 21, 2025, 12:40:44 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: KL Rahul would be kicking himself

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: After he edged Brydon Carse to Joe Root at second slip, KL Rahul smashed his bat, let out an anguishing scream and nodded his head as he made his way back to the change room. And that reaction, truth be told, was justified. You don't get such beautiful batting conditions in England, Rahul realised it. But he also understood how big a sin it is to get out in the way he did and miss out on a wonderful opportunity to score big. Rahul did not put a foot wrong during his inning of 42, until he nicked that wide delivery. Inside the dressing room, as he saw Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill score a hundred, and Rishabh Pant feast on England with a fifty, the 'what if' thought would have definitely crossed his mind.

Jun 21, 2025, 12:30:01 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: England's bowling weakness exposed?

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: As is the case with India's batting, England's bowling line-up finds itself in the same boat – the transition boat. In the absence of the retired duo of James Anderson and Stuart Broad, and the injured Mark Wood, the combined efforts of Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue and Chris Woakes weren't enough to keep India down. With a total experience of eight Tests, Carse and Tongue's bowling left a lot to be desired. Captain Ben Stokes steered the ship to a certain extent when he dismissed KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal, but it failed to mask the bigger picture. Where are England's next generation of fast bowlers?

Jun 21, 2025, 12:20:17 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Rishabh Pant, the daredevil

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: There's only one Rishabh Pant. He smashed Ben Stokes down the ground for a four off just his second ball and crunched the England captain for a six in the final over of the day. It doesn't matter to him what time of the day, what situation in the match it is. He would do Rishabh Pant things. Or as Star Sports puts it – Rishabh 'Panti'. Four years ago, Pant played that ridiculous reverse aerial scoop against James Anderson for a six, and while yesterday's shot wasn't as audacious as the one from the 2021 tour, it sure had fearlessness written all over it. Pant slog-swept the second new ball – YES, READ THAT AGAIN – from Chris Woakes. And did not stop there. There was no ball watching. Just plain, disdainful hitting.

Jun 21, 2025, 12:10:06 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: The second new ball!

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: England took the second new ball the moment it was made available at the end of the 80th over, such was the ease with which the Indian batters were batting. Pant and Gill batted brilliantly to see it off for the remaining five overs of the day but today will bring a fresh challenge. A new day, with both batters having to reset, this is England's opportunity to turn the tide back in their favour. This may be cliché but the first hour, once again, is extremely crucial. India negated it well yesterday and they can really do with a similar approach today.

Jun 21, 2025, 12:00:02 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Ben Stokes does a Nasser Hussain

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: At the 2002 Ashes, former England captain Nasser Hussain won the toss at the Gabba and opted to field on an absolute belter of a pitch. It went down as one of the most controversial decisions ever by a captain as Australia piled 492 and went on to win the match by a mammoth margin of 384 runs. Over two decades later, Ben Stokes copped the same criticism after he decided to put India in on what appeared to be a good batting deck. India made the most of it, and the result is in front of everyone to see. Now, Stokes's decision may not be as big a blunder as Hussain's, but it still surely tossed away the hosts' advantage as Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal slammed tons. There's still plenty of time left in this Test match, with England's batting yet to come, but what if there's a collapse and Stokes lives to rue the call?

Jun 21, 2025, 11:50:07 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Is a third century loading for India in this inning?

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: The chat between Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly last evening after the match summed up India's advantage over England. India's onslaught took Tendulkar back to 2002, when India batters made hay at this very venue. In that innings, Tendulkar, Ganguly and Rahul Dravid all scored hundreds, and today, 23 years later, something similar seems to be on the cards. Rishabh Pant is unbeaten on 65 off 102 balls with six fours and two sixes – 35 runs away from what could be his seventh Test hundred. Ganguly, in fact, expects four centurions with Karun Nair still to come. Imagine having someone who scored 300 against you yet to come to bat.

Jun 21, 2025, 11:40:05 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Shubman Gill silences one and all

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: For all the noise, all the questions and all the doubts, Shubman Gill had the perfect answer as he used his bat to score a magnificent century and silence critics. I mean, what all did they not say about Gill? Lacks aura, has a girly voice, not as manly as Virat Kohli. Well, at least we finally have a No. 4 batter scoring a Test century in England after 7 years, who is not Kohli. The roar after he cover-drove to bring up his sixth Test ton and the first in SENA countries said the whole story. Unbeaten on 127, with another batting-friendly day loading, expect the Indian captain to make merry.

Jun 21, 2025, 11:30:09 IST

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: We're back for Day 2

IND vs ENG Live Updates, India vs England Test Series Day 2: Morning, all you beautiful people. Enjoyed yesterday? The first day of the Headingley Test may not have produced an even contest between bat and ball, but hey, if you're an Indian cricket fan, you couldn't have asked for anything better. More than 350 runs scored for the loss of three wickets. Two centuries, and if all goes well, a third one loading. India dominated England on the opening day of this Test series, and if the conditions on Saturday at Leeds are anything to go by, a similar narrative is expected to unfold. Runs, runs and more runs. What a time to be an Indian batter.

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