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Ind vs Eng 2nd Test: Three days… two blows … and groan England! Siraj-Akashdeep pair buried English hopes on 407
Samira Vishwas | July 5, 2025 4:24 AM CST

Sports News: The third day of the second Test between India and England has ended. India is in a strong position. India have scored 64 runs in their second innings at the loss of one wicket, causing its total lead to 244 runs. KL Rahul was unbeaten on 28 runs at the time of stumps, while Karun Nair was unbeaten on the other end. The beginning of the third day was very poor for England, as he lost important batsmen like Joe Root and Ben Stokes for two consecutive balls. When the score was just 84/5, it seemed that the match was slipping from his hand. However, Harry Brook and Jamie Smith re -handled England’s innings for the sixth wicket with a brilliant partnership of 303 runs and turned a stand in favor of their team.

Brook’s dismissal and obstructing England’s return

Harry Brook played a brilliant innings of 158 runs, while Jamie Smith scored an unbeaten and aggressive attitude of 184 runs. Despite his efforts, England’s innings shattered as soon as Brook was out. Akashdeep played an important role by dismissing Brook and Chris Woakes quickly. After that, Mohammad Siraj took 6 wickets while performing his best, which included the last three batsmen, who were out without scoring. England’s entire innings ended for 407 runs, leading India to 180 runs.

India’s solid start in second innings

In the second innings, India made a strong start with KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal. However, Jaiswal was dismissed by Josh Tung by scoring 28 runs. After this Karun Nair came with Rahul at the crease and both continued to score runs.

244 to 400 flight – will England stop?

India would like to take advantage of its strong position by scoring fast on the fourth day. With a gain of 244 runs, his goal will be a challenging goal to England. On the other hand, England will be focused on taking a wicket to keep their expectations alive in the match. If India extends its lead to 400+ runs, it will be extremely difficult for England to chase the target in the fourth innings.

India’s hold strong

India have scored 64/1 runs at the end of the third day’s play. With a big strength of 587 runs of the first innings, the total lead has now reached 244. KL Rahul and Karun Nair are standing at the crease and putting pressure on England. Team India will now want to take the lead up to 400 on the fourth day. England will have to bowl miraculous to return, which looks difficult. The score up to the stumps is the alarm bell for England. India now has the entire plan and resources of victory.

Real stars of third day

In the match, Jamie Smith played a bang of 184 runs and gave England a chance to return. Harry Brook scored 158 runs and shared a 303 -run partnership with Smith. Indian bowlers again showed amazing and included English innings at 407. Mohammad Siraj overturned the game dice with 6 wickets. Akashdeep shook the foundation of the first innings with 4 crucial wickets. Siraj’s spell proved to be the turning point of the match. The end of the third day appeared balanced and decisive in India’s favor.


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