Atkinson’s Five-For Stuns India: England Dominates Day 1
India’s first innings against England ended disappointingly on Friday, August 1, 2025, with a total of 224 runs. The English bowlers were on fire, making it a tough day for the Indian batsmen.
Gus Atkinson led the English charge, claiming a remarkable five wickets. His impressive performance put immense pressure on the Indian batting line-up.
Josh Tongue also contributed significantly, bagging three crucial wickets for England. The English pace attack proved too much for the Indian batting order to handle.
Karun Nair offered some resistance, scoring a fighting 57 runs. However, his efforts were not enough to prevent a significant first innings deficit.
This setback puts India in a precarious position going into the second day’s play. The team will need a strong performance from both their batsmen and bowlers to claw their way back into the match. The outcome will have a significant impact on the series, highlighting the importance of a strong response from the Indian team.
