England’s Pacers Run Riot: India Crumbles for 224
India’s first innings against England ended in a disappointing collapse on Friday, August 1, 2025, as they were bowled out for a paltry 224. The English pace attack proved too potent for the Indian batsmen.
Gus Atkinson spearheaded the English charge, claiming a five-wicket haul and dismantling the Indian middle order. His pace and accuracy were simply too much to handle.
Josh Tongue also played a crucial role, adding three wickets to the English tally and further exposing India’s batting frailties. The Indian top order failed to provide the necessary foundation.
Karun Nair offered a lone fightback, scoring a fighting 57 runs amidst the carnage. His innings, however, proved insufficient to prevent the collapse.
This significant first-innings deficit puts India on the back foot in this crucial Test match. The team’s batting performance raises serious questions about their preparedness for the upcoming challenges. The upcoming innings will be critical to India’s chances of a series win.
