India Stage Day 2 Comeback After England Collapse; Jaiswal Leads 52‑Run Lead at Stumps
On the second day of the Fifth Test at The Oval, India bounced back in spectacular fashion. England resumed at 109/1 and were bundled out for 247 after Mohammed Siraj (4/86, incl. his 200th wicket) and Prasidh Krishna (4/62) dismantled their middle and lower order. India then started their second innings solidly, ending the day at 75/2 and holding a 52-run lead, with Yashasvi Jaiswal undefeated on 51*.
England Collapse After Lunch
Following a dominant morning that saw a 92-run opening stand between Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett, England fell apart in the afternoon. India’s seamers created relentless pressure—Siraj and Krishna combined to take all eight key wickets, wrapping up even the tail quickly. England’s lead was restricted to just 23.
Siraj & Krishna Spark India Fightback
Siraj reached the milestone of 200 international wickets by dismissing captain Ollie Pope for 22. He finished with four wickets, supported by Prasidh Krishna who also claimed four. Their incisive spells shifted momentum firmly in India’s favour. ([@Siraj milestone & bowlers effect]
India’s Second Innings at Stumps
India resumed at zero in their second innings and adopted a controlled but steady approach. Yashasvi Jaiswal drove the resurgence with a brisk 51* from 44 balls, anchoring alongside KL Rahul (7). India ended the day at 75/2, setting a 52-run advantage.
Series Context & Tension
With England leading the series 2–1, Day 2 was pivotal. India’s turnaround dented England’s confidence, while England’s seam unit is now significantly weakened by Chris Woakes’ injury sustained on Day 1. Former coach Ravi Shastri slammed India’s bowling earlier but backed the fightback.
Summary Table
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| England collapse | All out for 247 from 109/1 |
| Key bowlers | Siraj (4/86), Prasidh Krishna (4/62) |
| India at Stumps | 75/2, lead by 52 runs |
| Top batters | Yashasvi Jaiswal 51* |
| England injury | Woakes ruled out for match (shoulder) |
FAQs
How did England collapse after a strong start on Day 2?
Despite reaching 109/1 before lunch, England crumbled under sustained pressure from Siraj and Krishna, losing all wickets for just 247.
Which Indian bowlers drove the resurgence?
Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna each claimed four key wickets, including key dismissals of captain Ollie Pope by Siraj for his milestone wicket.
How is the match positioned at stumps on Day 2?
India ended at 75/2, holding a 52-run lead in their second innings with Jaiswal unbeaten on 51.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information compiled from online sources. Please verify independently before making any decisions based on it.
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