India vs England Highlights, 3rd Test Day 2: Hardik Pandya's Five-Wicket Haul Hands India Complete Control.
Updated: 20 August 2018 00:11 IST
Highlights India vs England: Hardik Pnadya took 5 for 28 as India ended Day 2 of the third Test in a strong position, extending their lead to 292 runs in the second innings.
Riding on a five-wicket haul from all-rounder Hardik Pandya, India dominated Day 2 of the third Test at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. With 124 for 2 on the board at stumps, India extended their lead to 292 runs, strengthening their grip on the match. After a disappointing morning, things turned around for India in the post-lunch session as Ishant Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah struck in quick succession. In the latter half, Hardik Pandya produced a magical spell, picking up five wickets in just six overs. The England team collapsed like a pack of cards and bundled out for 161 in 38.2 overs. With a healthy lead of 168 runs, Indian openers started confidently, taking on the England bowlers. Openers Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul stitched yet another 50-run opening stand before Rahul (36) missed an in-swinger from Ben Stokes. Post Rahul's dismissal, Dhawan (44) and Pujara notched up a 51-run partnership, extending India's lead in the second innings. At stumps, Virat Kolhi and Cheteshwar Pujara remained unbeaten at 8 and 33 runs respectively. For England, it was a disappointing day as batsmen surrendered in front of the Indian pacers in overcast conditions. Jos Buttler (39) was the highest scorer for the team in the first innings.(IND VS ENG MATCH SCORECARD)
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