England's Openers Shine as Hosts Gain Upper Hand Against India

England reached 225 for two by stumps on the second day of the fourth Test against India, after dismissing them for 358. Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley impressed with a 166-run stand. Rishabh Pant showed resilience with a half-century despite an injury, while Ben Stokes took five wickets.

England seized the momentum in the fourth Test against India, ending the second day at 225 for two after skittling the visitors for 358.

Openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley led the charge with a brisk 166-run partnership, positioning the hosts just 133 runs behind India's first innings total.

Rishabh Pant displayed remarkable grit to score a half-century before England's skipper Ben Stokes orchestrated India's collapse with figures of 5/72.