Root’s Century Beckons as England Stumps Up Dominant Day Against India
England ended Day 1 of the Test match against India in a commanding position, reaching 251/4 at stumps. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 99, tantalisingly close to a century, with captain Ben Stokes providing solid support on 39*.
The first session saw a more even contest, with Indian spinner Nitish Kumar Reddy claiming two early wickets. However, England shifted gears in the middle sessions.
They showcased a more measured approach compared to their usual aggressive ‘Bazball’ style, despite wickets falling to Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah.
Root and Stokes’s unbeaten partnership steered England towards a strong first-day total, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling encounter. The match’s outcome will significantly impact India’s chances in the ongoing Test series, and the nation will be eagerly watching Root’s pursuit of a century on Day 2.
