IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal lone ranger on Day 1, India 336/6

IND vs ENG Live Score 2nd Test, Day 1: Yashasvi Jaiswal was the only Indian batter who took the attack to England with an unbeaten 179 even as no other Indian batter scoring even 40+. At the end of Day 1, India posted 336/6 with Jaiswal and Ravichandran Ashwin remaining unbeaten. Debutant Shoaib Bashir and Rehan Ahmed scalped two wickets each while Tom Hartley and James Anderson picked up a wicket each.

IND vs ENG LIVE Score

Lunch (IND 103/2): India, batting first on a less turning pitch than Hyderabad, have been kept in check by tight English bowling. Despite some loose deliveries, England took two crucial wickets: Rohit Sharma dismissed by debutant spinner Bashir, and Shubman Gill falling to the ever-dangerous James Anderson for the fifth time in Tests. Anderson, even at 41, impressed with his accurate pace and swing, while Bashir’s leg-spin, aided by his height, surprised Rohit. These early breakthroughs give England a positive start in the Test.

India’s uphill battle

• KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja’s absence leaves a gaping hole in batting and bowling respectively.
• Kuldeep Yadav has replaced Jadeja in India Playing XI, while Rajat Patidar makes debut. Mukesh Kumar has replaced Mohammed Siraj in the playing XI.
• England’s three young spinners lack experience, potentially creating an opportunity for India’s batsmen.

England’s advantage

• A 28-run win in Hyderabad has boosted their morale.
• James Anderson’s return adds experience to their bowling attack.
• Joe Root will be crucial in guiding the young spinners and contributing with the bat.

India vs England: Pitch and weather

• Dry pitch expected, similar to Hyderabad, potentially turning later.
• Cloudy skies might offer some assistance to the seamers initially.

Focus on Gill, Iyer: India vs England LIVE

• Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill need to break their poor run of form to avoid potential axing.
• Their performance will be crucial, especially without the insurance of Rahul and Jadeja.

Can India overcome the odds?

While India’s depleted line-up raises concerns, their home record in Vizag (two wins) and England’s inexperienced spinners offer hope. The second Test promises an intriguing battle, with both teams having their strengths and vulnerabilities.

IND vs ENG LIVE: Additional talking points

• Jasprit Bumrah needs 3 more wickets for 50 Test wickets against England.
• Ravichandran Ashwin is 4 wickets away from 500 Test wickets for India.

Stay tuned for updates on the live score and analysis of this exciting Test match!