England Fights Back with Strong Opening Partnership
Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett's 166-run opening stand bolstered England's response on the second day of the fourth Test against India. Rishabh Pant's valiant half-century lifted India to 358 as Ben Stokes claimed a five-wicket haul. England ended the day at 225-2, closing in on victory.
On day two of the fourth Test against India, England's cricket team mounted a determined comeback with a formidable 166-run opening partnership by Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett. By the close of play on Thursday, the hosts found themselves at 225-2, trailing by 133 runs.
A resilient half-century from the injured Rishabh Pant enabled India to reach a total of 358 in their first innings. Ben Stokes led the charge for England, achieving his first five-wicket haul in eight years, decisively dismissing the visitors' lower order.
Although Crawley and Duckett's aggressive play before tea set the tone for England's innings, neither batsman could reach triple figures, being dismissed for 84 and 94 respectively. Nevertheless, Joe Root and Ollie Pope navigated tricky conditions late in the day, ensuring England's position remained strong with bright prospects to clinch the series with a test to spare.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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