India Crushes England by 336 Runs in 2nd Test: Full Match Recap

India Levels the Series with Dominant Performance

India stormed to a historic 336-run victory over England in the 2nd Test at Edgbaston, leveling the five-match series 1-1. The visitors, led by young skipper Shubman Gill, dominated every aspect of the game, leaving the hosts with no answers and ending their long winless streak at this iconic venue

Match Summary

Innings	India	England
1st Innings	587 all out	407 all out
2nd Innings	427/6 decl.	271 all out
Result	India won by 336 runs

Key Highlights

Shubman Gill’s Record-Breaking Feat

• First-innings double century: Gill scored a majestic 269, setting the tone for India’s dominance.
• Second-innings masterclass: He followed up with a commanding 161, becoming the first player to notch both a double century and a 150 in the same Test match.
• Gill’s leadership and aggressive batting were pivotal in building massive totals and keeping the pressure on England throughout.

Indian Batting Firepower

• KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Ravindra Jadeja all contributed crucial half-centuries in the second innings, helping India declare at 427/6 and set a mammoth 608-run target for England.
• The aggressive approach ensured England had no realistic chance of chasing down the total.

Bowling Brilliance

• Mohammed Siraj delivered a career-best performance, claiming 6 wickets in England’s first innings and breaking the back of their batting lineup.
• Akash Deep impressed with a five-wicket haul in the second innings, including key wickets of Ollie Pope, Harry Brook, and Jamie Smith.
• Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja provided crucial breakthroughs, especially on the final day as England attempted to resist.

England’s Resistance

• Jamie Smith’s gritty 88 in the second innings and his record-breaking 184* in the first were the only bright spots for the hosts.
• England’s famed “Bazball” approach faltered under relentless Indian pressure, and their lower order collapsed quickly on Day 5.

Turning Points

• India’s first-innings lead of 180 runs gave them complete control.
• Shubman Gill’s second-innings 161 ensured England faced a record chase.
• Early wickets on Day 4 and a disciplined bowling attack on Day 5 sealed the emphatic win for India

What This Means for the Series

• The win levels the series 1-1, setting up an exciting remainder of the Test series.
• India’s first-ever Test victory at Edgbaston marks a significant milestone and boosts their confidence for the upcoming matches.

India’s 336-run win at Edgbaston will be remembered as one of their most dominant overseas Test victories, showcasing the team’s depth, resilience, and hunger for success. With the series now level, all eyes turn to the next Test as both teams look to seize the advantage.