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Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
WebDesk
16 February
In a riveting display of cricket on the second day of the third test, England posted 207 runs for two wickets in their first innings against India. India had earlier set a formidable target of 445 runs, leaving England trailing by 238 runs at the end of the day.
Bed Duckett emerged as the standout performer, scoring an impressive 133 runs, showcasing resilience against the Indian bowling attack. England’s captain, Joe Root, held the crease at nine runs by the day’s conclusion, hinting at a potential comeback on the horizon.
India’s bowlers made their mark, with Ravichandran Ashwin and Mohammad Siraj claiming one wicket each. The match remains finely poised, with England aiming to bridge the gap in runs and turn the tide on the third day of this gripping cricket encounter.