Bazball to Sense-Ball: England's New Batting Approach Proving To Be Effective In The 4th Test vs India

IND vs ENG: England have changed their batting approach in the 4th Test vs India. At the end of Day 2, England is way ahead of India in the game as India is still trailing by 134 runs.

Good morning and welcome to the 18th edition of The Cricket Diaries: Team India Edition! 

Let's unravel the latest happenings in the riveting IND vs ENG 4th Test.

1. IND vs ENG 4th Test: Day 2 Drama Unfolds:

At the end of Day 2 of the 4th Test match between India and England, the dynamics of the game have taken an intriguing turn. England after winning the toss on Day 1, opted to bat, only to face a relentless Indian attack. The top-order of the visiting team struggled in the 1st session, losing 5 wickets with debutant Akash Deep leaving a remarkable imprint. However, the experienced duo of Joe Root and Ben Foakes exhibited remarkable resilience, steering England to a formidable position. Root's stellar performance saw him achieving his 31st Test Hundred, with the 10th against India.

2. India's Response and Day 2 Woes:

Responding to England's 353, the Indian openers took to the crease. However, the English bowlers struck early, dismissing Captain Rohit Sharma cheaply. Shubman Gill's arrival gave hope, as he and Yashasvi Jaiswal stitched a promising 82-run partnership. After Gill's departure, the Indian batting lineup faced continuous setbacks, with wickets falling regularly. At 177, India found itself in a precarious position, seemingly heading for a substantial deficit. Nevertheless, the resilient duo of Dhruv Jurel and Kuldeep Yadav defied expectations, forging a crucial partnership and adding 42 valuable runs. The day concluded with India at 219-7, still trailing by 134 runs.

3. Anticipation for Day 3:

As we eagerly await Day 3, the England team is slightly ahead of the game. Can India recover from their current position and take control, or will England's bowlers further exploit the situation? The unfolding drama promises an exciting chapter in this closely contested Test match.

Stay tuned for the next edition of The Cricket Diaries as we dissect the twists and turns of this gripping encounter.

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Ashutosh Nayak,
Founder, The Cricket Diaries: Team India Edition

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