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Eng vs Ind: Fans express their anger as Shardul Thakur is not used on the ball on the second day of the Headingley test



India An overwhelming statement was issued at the 2025 opening test England The tour at Headingley will accumulate a total of 471 runs in the first innings.

Dominant Indian batting performance sets the tone with headingley

The captain leads Shubman GillS Majestic 147 and Rishab pantsExplosive 134, visitors took advantage of batting-friendly surfaces and largely unstable English bowling displays. Yashasvi Jaiswal He got off to a lively start with a century of confidence in India (159 off 101), KL was satisfied 42 provided early stability. The 209 run fourth wicket partnership between Gill and Pants dismantled the English attack, especially after India fell to 92/2. However, when that stand broke, the lower rank quickly collapsed, losing seven wickets with just 41 runs. Josh’s tongue and Ben Stokes Each bowler pick had four wickets, Shoaib Bashir and Brydon car I chipped in with one each. The extras contributed a significant 31 runs to India’s total.

England fights Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope

Despite losing Zack Crawley First to a Jasprit Bumrah England’s Outswinger showed resilience during his post-lunch session. Ben Duckett Stay in the innings with a stylish 62 and cooperate well. Ollie Poperemains undefeated at 64. The pair added 122 runs to the second wicket, absorbing early pressure with controlled stroke plays, targeting India’s third and fourth seafarers. Joe Rootcarefully accompanied the Pope in the 7th fold as the UK reached 140/2 at the end of the second session on the second day. Bumra was India’s only successful bowler, dismissing both openers with sharp delivery. However, England still has 331 runs and India has the advantage of scoreboard pressure, so the third day promises to be crucial in shaping the contest.

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Frustration is mounted when Shardul Thakur remains unused on the ball

The surprising story of the British innings was the lack of all-around player Chardur Thakur. Despite being listed as a pace bowling option in Play XI, Chardur was overlooked in favor of Bumra. Mohamed Shiraji, Prashidi Krishna And even a spinner Rabindra Jadaja. The decision raised eyebrows between cricket enthusiasts and observers, particularly considering Krishna Reek leaked in five runs in his short five-over spell. Social media was surprised by the response that questioned the rationale behind India’s bowling strategy. Many pointed out that on the surface that provides decent carry, the ability of Thakur to move the ball and break the partnership could have been a valuable asset. It remains to be seen whether Captain Gill led Takuru to attack, as Day 3 is likely to show reverse swing and wear on the pitch.

Here’s how the fans responded:

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