India in control, Eng slump to 153/6 at lunch

Sun, 06 July 2025

19:19

Eng 153-6 (40.3 Ovs) & 407 vs India 587 & 427 decl | Scorecard

A rain-delayed start couldn't dampen India's intensity.

With Akash Deep leading the charge, the visitors dominated once again and left England in deep trouble. India wasted no time breaking through the overnight pair of Pope and Brook - both undone by Akash Deep's brilliance.

England were left reeling, but Stokes and Smith dug in, showing some resistance through a gritty stand. Stokes battled for 73 deliveries before falling just before lunch, a major blow to England's fading hopes.

Washington Sundar claimed the wicket. Another dominant session for India, and England are down to their final four wickets with the series on the line.

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