Akash Deep strikes again, England 5 down

Sun, 06 July 2025

17:39

Eng 87-5 (22 Ovs) & 407 vs India 587 & 427 decl | Scorecard

Prasidh Krishna to Stokes now. The England skipper comes forward and blocks solidly. Another firm defence into the off side follows, and he safely negotiates the rest of the over. It's a maiden from Prasidh - tight and disciplined.

Akash Deep continues from the other end. Brook stabs one towards backward point but can't beat the fielder. Another defensive push into the off side yields no run.

Then comes the breakthrough - a massive nip-backer that strikes Brook on the back leg. The umpire's finger goes up in a flash! Brook reviews, but it's umpire's call on the top of middle stump. He has to go! Brook departs for 23 off 31. England are in deep trouble at 85 for 5.

Jamie Smith walks in with England in strife. He gets behind the first two deliveries with solid defence, then finishes the over in style - punching a boundary to get off the mark.

The man in sublime form continues to impress. After 22 overs, England are 87 for 5.

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