England vs India 2nd Test Day 2: India in Command as Gill Smashes Double Century
The second Test between England and India at Edgbaston has tilted strongly in India’s favor after a dominant performance on Day 2. India posted a mammoth first-innings total of 587 runs, powered by a historic double century from captain Shubman Gill. At stumps, England are reeling at 77/3 in 20 overs, trailing by a massive 510 runs as the visitors seized control of the match
India’s Batting Brilliance
Shubman Gill’s Record-Breaking Knock
- Shubman Gill scored a sensational 269 off 387 balls, registering the highest individual score by an Indian in England and becoming the first Indian and Asian captain to hit a double century in a Test on English soil.
- Gill’s innings was marked by composure, shot selection, and resilience, especially after early wickets fell.
Key Partnerships
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (87) and Ravindra Jadeja (89) played crucial supporting roles.
- Jadeja and Gill stitched together a match-defining 203-run partnership for the sixth wicket, rescuing India from a precarious 211/5.
- Washington Sundar chipped in with a valuable 42.
England’s Bowling
- Shoaib Bashir was the pick of the bowlers for England, claiming three wickets.
- Chris Woakes, Josh Tongue, and others tried to contain the Indian batsmen but struggled for breakthroughs on a flat Edgbaston pitch.
England’s Rocky Start
Early Wickets
England’s reply got off to a disastrous start:
- Ben Duckett (0) and Ollie Pope (0) fell in quick succession to Akash Deep, leaving England at 13/2.
- Zak Crawley (19) was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj, further denting England’s hopes at 25/3
Mini Recovery
- Joe Root (18*) and Harry Brook (30*) steadied the ship with an unbroken 52-run stand, but the hosts remain under immense pressure.
- India’s bowlers, especially Akash Deep and Siraj, bowled with discipline and pace, exploiting the early movement and bounce.
Score Summary at Stumps – Day 2
| Team | Score | Overs | Top Scorer | Lead/Trail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 587 all out | 151 | Shubman Gill (269) | — |
| England | 77/3 | 20 | Harry Brook (30*) | Trail by 510 runs |
Key Moments
- Shubman Gill’s double century set the tone for India’s dominance.
- England’s top order collapsed under pressure, with only Root and Brook showing resistance.
- India’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure, ensuring England ended Day 2 on the back foot
England face an uphill battle to avoid the follow-on and stay alive in the match. India will look to press home their advantage on Day 3, with their bowlers eager to capitalize on the momentum and push for a series-leveling win.
Day 2 of the England vs India 2nd Test at Edgbaston has been all about India’s dominance, led by a captain’s knock from Shubman Gill and a disciplined bowling performance. With England trailing by 510 runs and only seven wickets in hand, the visitors are in pole position to level the series