India Edges Ahead! Jaiswal’s Fifty Fuels Fightback Against England
India ended Day 2 of the Test match against England in a commanding position, leading by 52 runs with two wickets in hand. At stumps, Yashasvi Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 51, ably supported by night-watchman Akash Deep on 4.
Earlier, England, resuming their innings, managed 247 runs in response to India’s first innings total of 224. The English innings, however, wasn’t without a fight.
Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj spearheaded India’s bowling attack, claiming four wickets each. Krishna’s figures of 4/62 and Siraj’s 4/86 were instrumental in restricting England and triggering a crucial batting collapse.
This positive turn of events for India leaves the match finely poised for an exciting Day 3. The momentum shift could significantly influence the series outcome, adding considerable pressure on the English team.