Day 2 Preview & Recap of Day 1

England will come into Day 2 at 251/4, having won the toss and chosen to bat first on a decent batting surface at Lord’s. Despite expectations of an aggressive “Bazball” approach, Ben Stokes’ men chose caution over chaos. The first day saw Joe Root unbeaten on 99 and Ben Stokes on 39*, steering England out of early trouble after key strikes from India’s attack.

Root’s Record-Breaking Day at Lord’s

Day 1 belonged to Joe Root, who:

Completed a fluent half century and went on to rewrite records,

• Became the highest run-scorer at Lord’s across formats (2,121+ runs),

• Surpassed 3,000 Test runs vs India, becoming the first player ever to achieve this,

• Registered his 103rd Test 50+ score, reinforcing his legendary status.


England’s innings, though patient and methodical, saw Root absorb pressure with sublime control.



Day 2 – No Early Wickets = Trouble

Despite tight bowling from Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, India failed to get wickets on Day 1.

The pitch offered minimal movement, and England’s batters played with purpose—not recklessness.

Mohammed Siraj’s light-hearted “bazz bazz bazzball” banter highlighted India’s frustration with England’s slow approach.

This measured resistance from England might just become the difference if India fails to break through early on Day 2.

Also read : Rishabh Pant Eyes Sehwag’s Test Sixes Record https://clickingtosports.com/rishabh-pant-test-sixes-record-sehwag/

Tactical Take: Why Day 2’s First Session is Critical

If India fail to grab quick wickets in the first session, here’s what could follow:

• England will cruise to 400+, powered by Root, Stokes, and Smith.

• With Ben Stokes carrying a groin niggle, a big score is England’s best chance to shield their bowling unit.

• The longer India bowl under the sun, the harder it gets to stay sharp for the 2nd innings.



What to Expect on Day 2

• First session: India must strike. Root’s wicket is key.

• If not, England will dominate second and third sessions with a huge total.

•The pitch remains batting-friendly — it’s all about discipline and mental sharpness now.

Also read : Ben Stokes’ injury scare leaves England camp concerned at Lord’s https://www-indiatoday-in.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.indiatoday.in/amp/sports/cricket/story/ben-stokes-groin-injury-england-india-third-test-lords-ollie-pope-2754078-2025-07-11?amp_gsa=1&amp_js_v=a9&usqp=mq331AQIUAKwASCAAgM%3D#amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&aoh=17522032194812&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indiatoday.in%2Famp%2Fsports%2Fcricket%2Fstory%2Fben-stokes-groin-injury-england-india-third-test-lords-ollie-pope-2754078-2025-07-11%23amp_tf%3DFrom%2520%25251%2524s%26aoh%3D17522032194812%26referrer%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.google.com