England Strikes Back: Two Quick Wickets Shift Momentum Against India

England clawed their way back into the first Test against India, securing two crucial wickets just before lunch. Initially struggling with an inconsistent bowling lineup, substitutes Brydon Carse and Ben Stokes made key breakthroughs. India reached 92-2 at lunch, shaken by England’s late-session resurgence.

England managed a comeback in the initial Test of the five-match series against India, capturing two vital wickets shortly before the lunch interval. With tourists comfortably placed at 92-2 despite England opting to bowl in favorable conditions, the home team saw a late-session opportunity to regain momentum.

Ben Stokes' decision to bowl first seemed questionable as India's openers, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal, capitalized on the pitch's seeming batting advantage. However, decisions were vindicated when England bowlers, despite an injury-depleted lineup, began to find their stride.

Nearing lunch, Brydon Carse claimed his first home Test wicket, securing Rahul's dismissal with a catch by Joe Root. Immediately following, Stokes exploited the pressure on debutant Sai Sudharsan, snagging a crucial wicket before lunch, with Jamie Smith clinching the dismissal.

(With inputs from agencies.)