ENG Vs IND, 1st Test: Ollie Pope's Century Keeps England In Game After Jasprit Bumrah Takes 3 Wickets On Day 2

Day 2 of the first Test between England and India at Headingley, Leeds witnessed high-quality cricket from both sides as India wrapped up their first innings at 471 all out, before England responded strongly to reach 209/3 at stumps, trailing by 262 runs.

After electing to bowl first, England were put under pressure by a commanding Indian batting performance. The day began with India continuing from their strong position on Day 1, and they didn’t disappoint.

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Stumps on Day 2 in Headingley!

England move to 209/3, trail by 262 runs.

3⃣ wickets so far for Jasprit Bumrah ⚡️

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The star of the innings was Indian captain Shubman Gill, who played a composed yet authoritative knock of 147 runs off 227 deliveries, including 19 boundaries and a six. His leadership with the bat anchored India’s innings and allowed others to bat freely around him.

Vice-captain Rishabh Pant added fireworks to the scorecard with an attacking and entertaining 134 off 178 balls, smashing 12 boundaries and 6 sixes. His aggressive intent pushed India well past the 450-mark before England finally managed to wrap up the tail.

Among England's bowlers, Ben Stokes led by example, claiming 4 wickets for 66 runs in 20 overs, using his experience and discipline to break crucial partnerships. He was ably supported by Josh Tongue, who also finished with 4 wickets for 86 runs, providing important breakthroughs when needed.

England looking in a strong touch

In response, England began their innings with determination. Ben Duckett provided a solid start, scoring 62 runs off 94 balls, featuring 9 boundaries, before being dismissed. The highlight of England's reply was Ollie Pope, who batted with fluency and confidence to remain unbeaten on 100 off 131 balls, guiding the hosts toward a respectable position.

Harry Brook, meanwhile, was watchful and yet to score, ending the day on 0 off 12 deliveries, as England looked to consolidate and build toward India’s first-innings total.

India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers, claiming all three wickets that fell, finishing the day with figures of 3/48 from 13 overs. He consistently troubled the English batters with his accuracy and sharp movement off the pitch.