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India dominate England on third day of second Test

India dominate England on third day of second Test

Summary

England's cricket team had standout performances from Harry Brook and Jamie Smith, who both scored centuries. However, India remained in control during the third day of the second Test match at Edgbaston. England finished their innings with 407 runs, trailing India, who ended the day's play at 64-1, leading by 244 runs.

Key Facts

  • Harry Brook scored 158 runs and Jamie Smith achieved a career-best of 184 not out for England.
  • England started the day at 77-3 and was quickly reduced to 84-5 after Joe Root and Ben Stokes were dismissed by Mohammed Siraj.
  • Brook and Smith shared a 303-run partnership, contributing significantly to England's total score.
  • India bowled out England for 407, with Mohammed Siraj taking six wickets for 70 runs.
  • India gained a first-innings lead of 180 runs.
  • England recorded six 'ducks,' which means six players were dismissed without scoring any runs.
  • By the end of the day, India scored 64 runs for the loss of one wicket and led by 244 runs.
  • Lokesh Rahul and Karun Nair were unbeaten at the close of play on 28 and 7 runs, respectively.
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