Kumar’s Double Blow Stuns England on Day 1
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s electrifying start to the post-drinks session on July 10, 2025, completely shifted the momentum of the first day’s play. The Indian paceman dismissed both Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett in his very first over after the break.
This double strike left England reeling early in their innings. The early wickets were a significant blow to England’s opening batting strategy.
However, Joe Root and Ollie Pope steadied the ship for the English side. Their partnership ensured England reached lunch without any further damage.
The Indian team will be hoping to capitalize on the early breakthroughs and continue to put pressure on the English batting line-up in the second session. Kumar’s early success highlights the importance of impactful spells in Test cricket and sets the stage for a potentially thrilling contest.
