England Dominates as West Indies Struggle at Lord's

England dominated the second day of the first test at Lord's, reducing West Indies to 79-6 at close. Key performances from Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Jamie Smith helped England to a total of 371. James Anderson, in his final test match, led the bowling attack, leaving West Indies on the brink of defeat.

England continued their dominance on the second day of the first test against West Indies at Lord's, reducing their opponents to a perilous 79-6 by close of play. West Indies trail by 171 runs and face a likely heavy defeat.

Key performances from Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Jamie Smith boosted England to a first-innings total of 371. Anderson, in his 188th and final test, delivered a standout performance by dismissing Windies captain Kraigg Brathwaite. Only a resilient partnership between Alick Athanaze and Jason Holder ensured West Indies pushed the game into a third day.

England's bowlers continued their assault, with Anderson dismissing Athanaze and Gus Atkinson taking the crucial wicket of Holder. Root, Brook, and debutant Smith contributed vital runs, while Anderson capped his outstanding career with significant wickets, leading England towards a decisive victory.