In Pics: Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane put match on even keel
The second Test between India and England was on even keel at the end of Day Four at Lord's on Sunday (August 15). Cheteshwar Pujara (45) and Ajinkya Rahane (61) put on 100 runs for the fourth wicket after India had slipped to 55/3 after Virat Kohli departed for 20. At the end of day's play, India finished on 181/6 with a lead of 154. Here are a collection of pictures to sum up a day which was battle of attrition between India and England.
Aug 16, 2021, 14:19 PM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: We are backing Rohit Sharma to play his shots, says batting coach Vikram Rathour
Talking about individual players, Vikram Rathour advised Rohit Sharma to be a ‘little more selective’ with his shots after the opener fell to a pull shot for the second time in the Test series against England.
Aug 16, 2021, 10:17 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Virat Kohli spotted doing ‘Naagin dance’ on Lord’s balcony, pics go viral
The picture of the Indian captain doing the ‘naagin dance’ on the Lord's balcony went viral on social media over the weekend. Virat Kohli’s teammates KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, and Mohammed Siraj were seen sharing a laugh together as Kohli showcased his dance moves in the famous Lord’s balcony.
Aug 16, 2021, 08:40 AM IST
India vs England 2nd Test: Anything over 220-230 won’t be easy to chase, says Moeen Ali
Rishabh Pant was unbeaten on 14 at stumps, and his presence would be a big concern for the hosts, but Moeen Ali said they would look to hit back with the new ball.
Aug 16, 2021, 07:04 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Why Rohit Sharma had to ‘secretly date’ wife Ritika before marriage
Stating that both he and his wife are close friends, Rohit Sharma revealed that his friends then started seeing something else apart from friendship in their relationship.
Aug 13, 2021, 12:09 PM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Sourav Ganguly turns up at Lord’s, social media can’t keep calm
Sourav Ganguly along with BCCI secretary Jay Shah were in attendance for the ongoing second Test between India and England. Jay Shah was seen seated alongside England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) Chief Executive Tom Harrison in the stands while Ganguly was seen having a conversation with England legend Geoffrey Boycott.
Aug 13, 2021, 11:04 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test, Day 2 London Weather Forecast: Will rain halt KL Rahul’s march to maiden double ton
Like most the series so far in England, rain once again made an appearance at Lord’s as well on Thursday (August 12). The toss was delayed by 20 mins and play finally got underway after 15 minutes delay at 345PM IST. Rain once again halted play in the first session and the umpires were forced to take early lunch on Day One.
Aug 13, 2021, 09:27 AM IST
India vs England Live Streaming 2nd Test, Day 2: When and where to watch IND vs ENG, TV timing and preview
KL Rahul’s knock of 127 not out included 12 fours and a six. England seamer James Anderson dismissed Rohit and Cheteshwar Pujara to give the hosts hope of clawing their way back but India skipper Virat Kohli (42) stitched together a 117-run partnership with Rahul before departing.
Aug 13, 2021, 08:50 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: KL Rahul emulates coach Ravi Shastri with THIS record, draws applause from social media
KL Rahul in partnership with Rohit Sharma (83) became the first Indian opening pair after 1952 to post a century partnership at Lord’s.
Aug 13, 2021, 06:54 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Stuart Broad gutted to miss India series, sets focus on Ashes now
The 35-year-old Stuart Broad had picked one wicket in the rain-curtailed first Test that ended in a draw last week. Broad was on the verge of playing his milestone 150th Test.
Aug 12, 2021, 13:12 PM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Rishabh Pant always takes a risk for THIS reason, reveals Virat Kohli
Rishabh Pant had played a quickfire cameo in the first innings, but he was not able to march ahead to a bigger score in the first Test against England at Trent Bridge.
Aug 12, 2021, 10:10 AM IST
India vs England 2nd Test London Weather Forecast: Rain to follow Virat Kohli’s boys on Day One
Both teams now head to the home of cricket – Lord’s in London – for the second Test which gets underway on Thursday (August 12). It seems rain has followed the Indian team to London as well with the Met department predicting another spell of rain on the opening day of the second Test.
Aug 12, 2021, 08:48 AM IST
India vs Eng 2021: Virat Kohli not pleased to lose two WTC points due to slow over-rate
Both India and England weren’t just docked points but were also fined 40 per cent of their match fees after they were found two overs short.
Aug 12, 2021, 06:46 AM IST
India vs England 2021: Both teams docked two World Test Championship points for THIS reason
Captains Joe Root and Virat Kohli pleaded guilty and accepted the proposed sanctions, so there was no need for formal hearings.
Aug 11, 2021, 14:37 PM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Ravi Shastri & Co’s future to be discussed with BCCI officials in London
Rahul Dravid is seen as the front-runner to take over if Shastri does decide to exit. But the former India skipper after the recent Sri Lanka series said he hadn’t given the idea of being the full-time coach of the national team much thought.
Aug 11, 2021, 09:50 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: THIS radical Team India fielding drill will leave you amazed, Watch
Although the ball coming straight did not collide with the ball coming diagonally from the sides of the strip during the fielding drill, it kept Wriddhiman Saha, Hanuma Vihari, M. Prasidh Krishna and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant on their toes.
Aug 11, 2021, 08:36 AM IST
India vs Eng 2021: Don’t know where I’d be if I hadn’t met Anushka Sharma, says Virat Kohli
Speaking to former Kolkata Knight Riders captain Dinesh Karthik, Virat Kohli said he is lucky to have a partner like Anushka Sharma.
Aug 11, 2021, 07:39 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Skipper Joe Root blames COVID-19 for inconsistency of his side
The skipper Joe Root said rotating strike would be the key to success for his under fire batsmen in the second Test against India at Lord's.
Aug 11, 2021, 07:17 AM IST
India vs Eng 2nd Test: Jasprit Bumrah has got amazing skills for all three formats, says Jonny Bairstow
Jasprit Bumrah remained wicket-less in the World Test championship final against New Zealand which India lost, but made a strong comeback in the first Test.
Aug 11, 2021, 06:42 AM IST
India vs Eng 2021: Anushka Sharma and daughter Vamika get adorable welcome as Virat Kohli & Co return to London, check pic
The Indian cricket team checked into Taj Hotel’s St. James’ Court Hotel in central London and Anushka Sharma posted an adorable Instagram story about the welcome she received on her arrival.
Aug 10, 2021, 07:32 AM IST
