IND vs ENG 2nd Day TEST: Gill’s Masterful 161 Powers India to 427/6 Declaration; England Set Mammoth 608-Run Target
[By Our Correspondent]
In a commanding display of batting prowess, India declared at 427/6 on Day 4 of the second Test against England, setting a formidable target of 608 runs. Shubman Gill’s scintillating 161 off 162 balls stole the show, anchoring India’s innings with a masterclass in strokeplay. His century, notched before Tea, was complemented by a fiery partnership with Rishabh Pant, whose entertaining 65 off 58 balls kept the scoreboard ticking.
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The duo’s dynamic stand propelled India to 177/3 at Lunch, extending their lead to 357 runs. Earlier in the day, KL Rahul’s composed 55 off 78 balls provided stability, while Karun Nair’s brief 26 off 46 ended courtesy of Brydon Carse’s breakthrough. Josh Tongue also struck, dismissing Rahul to disrupt India’s momentum momentarily. By Tea, India had surged to 304/4, leading by 484 runs, with Gill and Pant both registering half-centuries in the post-Lunch session.
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India’s bowlers, led by Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, had laid the foundation in England’s first innings, and the batters capitalized brilliantly. With a target well beyond the 350 runs England chased in the first Test, the visitors face an uphill battle. The stage is set for an enthralling final day as India’s bowlers look to seal the deal.
Key Moments from India vs England, 2nd Test, Day 4:
- India declare at 427/6, setting England a 608-run target.
- India reach 304/4 at Tea, leading by 484 runs.
- Shubman Gill smashes 161, including a century in the post-Lunch session.
- Rishabh Pant’s explosive 65 off 58 balls includes a half-century.
- India reach 177/3 at Lunch, with a 357-run lead.
- KL Rahul scores a fluent 55 off 78 balls in the first session.
- Karun Nair falls for 26 off 46 balls, dismissed by Brydon Carse.