Root’s Century Beckons, England Dominates Day One
England ended Day 1 of the Test match against India on a commanding 251/4, largely thanks to a masterful unbeaten 99 from Joe Root and a solid 39* from captain Ben Stokes.
Nitish Kumar Reddy provided early breakthroughs, reducing England to 44/2 in the first session. His impressive spell showcased India’s early intent.
However, England weathered the storm, opting for a steady accumulation of runs rather than a more aggressive approach that might have resulted in further wicket losses.
The late session saw Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah claim wickets, but couldn’t stem the flow of runs as Root and Stokes steered England towards a strong first-day total.
Root’s near-century and Stokes’s steady contribution sets up a fascinating contest for the remaining days. The match’s outcome hinges on India’s ability to break the England partnership and restrict their overall score. India’s bowlers will need to find a way to counter Root and Stokes’s strategy to prevent England from building an insurmountable lead.
