Bazball Blitz Wrecks India’s Control as England Roar Back at Old Trafford
Bazball dominated Day 2 as Duckett and Crawley smashed a 166-run stand. Pant’s brave return couldn’t save India from collapse. England now hold the edge in the 4th Test at Old Trafford.
Pant’s Toe Fracture Shakes India’s Old Trafford Plans
Rishabh Pant has suffered a toe fracture that could rule him out of the Old Trafford Test. With a six-week rest advised, India may turn to Ishan Kishan as his likely replacement in the squad.
Pant’s Pain Halts India’s Progress on Day 1 at Old Trafford
A solid Day 1 for India at Old Trafford was overshadowed by Rishabh Pant’s freak foot injury that forced him to retire hurt on 37. From a position of strength at 264/3, India now faces a middle-order crisis with only five recognised batters and Pant’s return uncertain.
Bumrah Strikes at Lord’s After Root’s Classic: Day 2 Belongs to India’s Spearhead
Jasprit Bumrah stole the spotlight on Day 2 at Lord’s with a fiery five-wicket haul, shifting momentum after Joe Root’s Day 1 century. India ended at 145/3, still trailing by 242, but firmly in the fight.