India vs England: India’s Top Order Recovers as Jaiswal, Gill Build Crucial Partnership
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India vs England : The second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy between India and England is currently underway at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. After England won the toss and chose to bowl first, India reached 149/2 at tea on Day 1, thanks to a steady partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and captain Shubman Gill.
Both batsmen stitched together a valuable half-century stand for the third wicket, stabilizing India’s innings after two early blows. Jaiswal looked particularly fluent, bringing up his fifty with three consecutive boundaries off Josh Tongue. At the other end, Gill played a patient and composed knock, ensuring England didn’t gain further momentum.
Early Breakthroughs for England as Rahul and Nair Depart
England struck early in the innings, removing KL Rahul for just 2 runs. Chris Woakes delivered a sharp delivery that went through Rahul’s defense, disturbing the stumps and giving England their first breakthrough.
The second wicket fell at 95 runs when Karun Nair, who had been looking set at 31, was dismissed by Brydon Carse. Nair attempted a drive but ended up giving a catch to Harry Brook, breaking what had been a promising partnership with Jaiswal.
Jaiswal, Gill Lead India’s Recovery with Fifty-Run Stand
India’s recovery was anchored by the calm and aggressive approach of the Jaiswal-Gill duo. In the 41st over, Jaiswal took two runs off Shoaib Bashir to bring up the 50-run partnership for the third wicket. The pair rotated strike efficiently while punishing loose deliveries, frustrating the English bowlers.
Jaiswal’s fifty was lauded by former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan, who praised the youngster’s composure and shot selection on social media. His half-century came at a crucial time when India needed stability after two quick dismissals.
England Lose Early Review in a Failed Attempt to Dismiss Gill
England’s bowlers looked to build pressure, but their review strategy backfired. In the 35th over, Brydon Carse trapped Gill on the pads, prompting a loud appeal. With the on-field umpire unmoved, skipper Ben Stokes opted for the Decision Review System (DRS).
However, the replay confirmed that the ball had grazed the inside edge of Gill’s bat before hitting the pad. As a result, England lost their first review early in the innings—an error that may prove costly in a tight contest.
Playing XIs – India and England Make Tactical Adjustments
India XI: Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Karun Nair, Rishabh Pant (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.
Conclusion: India Eye Strong Total After Solid Start by Jaiswal and Gill
With the scoreboard reading 149/2 at the end of the second session, India appear well-placed to build a big first-innings total. Much now depends on how the Jaiswal-Gill partnership progresses and whether the middle order can capitalize on this foundation.
