India vs England – 5th Test Series: Anderson‑Tendulkar Trophy 2025 | Match: 5th Test | Venue: The Oval, London | Status by Stumps: India lead by 52 runs in the 2nd innings (England still lead series 2‑1)
1️⃣ Morning Collapse & Fiery Resistance
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India began the day at 204/6, but within 5.4 overs slumped to 224 all out, losing 4 wickets for just 20 runs.
Gus Atkinson starred with a sensational 5/33, triggering a sudden collapse.
England’s openers Crawley (64) and Duckett (43) responded aggressively, stitching together a 92‑run stand in just 13 overs—the fastest Test 50‑start for England.
2️⃣India vs England – 5th Test Midday Drama: English Sparks Doused by Seamer Revival
England soared to 109/1, but India’s precision strikeback rolled them to 247 all out, just 23 ahead.
Mohammed Siraj (4/86) and Prasidh Krishna (4/62) combined for 8 crucial wickets, dismantling England’s middle order.
3️⃣ Jaiswal’s Blaze & India’s New‑Ball Attack
India resumed their second innings with aggression. Yashasvi Jaiswal delivered a stunning 51 off 44 balls*, powered by 7 fours and 2 sixes, after being dropped twice earlier.
Despite losing KL Rahul (7) and Sai Sudharsan (11), India ended Day 2 at 75/2, leading by 52 runs.
📊 Day 2: Key Stats That Mattered
| Feature | Stat Details |
|---|---|
| India’s 1st Innings Collapse | 204/6 → 224 all out (4w for 20 runs) |
| Atkinson’s Display | 5/33 in 21.4 overs — return tour heroics |
| England Opening Stand | Crawley & Duckett – 92 runs in 13 overs |
| England 1st Innings Score | 247 all out — +23 lead on first innings |
| India’s Seamer Impact | Siraj 4/86, Krishna 4/62 |
| Jaiswal’s Bazball Start | 51* off 44 balls (7 4s, 2 6s) |
| Stumps Scenario | India 75/2 — lead 52 runs |
| Wickets Fallen on Day 2 | 15 total wickets in the day |
🧠 Behind the Numbers: A Tale of Turnarounds
- Atkinson’s return was explosive and unexpected—India’s lower-order wilted under his pace.
- Crawley & Duckett’s blaze nearly sealed the day for England, only for Siraj & Krishna to wrestle back the edge with relentless pressure.
- Jaiswal’s brisk half-century underscored India’s shift to controlled aggression—turning drops into momentum in a heartbeat.
- Emotions ran high—verbal spats between Root and Krishna, Akash Deep’s pushback, and tributes to Graham Thorpe with “A Day for Thorpey” headbands added context to the intensity of tactical chess played.
🔮 Day 3 Watchlist: What Lies Ahead?
- India eyes an early lead of 100+, which would put England under huge pressure in the final Test.
- England has to bounce back through middle batting and new-ball bursts. If Duckett or Crawley fall early on, momentum could shift.
- Spin could dominate — though pace struck today, Day 3 conditions may allow Jadeja and Ashwin to pounce.
✅ Why Day 2 Was Crucial
Day 2 at The Oval wasn’t just about swing or pace—it was cricket in microcosm: aggressive intent, collapse, reaction, and recovery. It underlined why India remains competitive and why England must stay vigilant. Momentum has shifted—but the fifth Test is alive and balanced ahead of Day 3.
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