Can India Secure Victory Against England with 371 Runs in the 1st Test?
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Synopsis
India sets a challenging target of 371 runs for England in the first Test of the prestigious Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant's magnificent centuries have put India in a strong position, but will England rise to the occasion and chase it down? Don’t miss the thrilling conclusion of this epic match!
Key Takeaways
- India scored 364 runs in their second innings.
- KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant both scored centuries.
- India has set a target of 371 runs for England.
- Josh Tongue was the standout bowler for England.
- Rishabh Pant achieved a historic milestone.
Leeds, June 23 (NationPress) India has challenged England with a formidable target of 371 runs to clinch the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy after being bowled out for 364 in 96 overs during their second innings at Headingley on Monday. The heroes for India were KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, who scored 137 and 118, respectively.
Rahul displayed his typical calmness to top the charts with 137, marking his ninth Test century with a remarkable total of 18 boundaries. Meanwhile, Pant unleashed his aggressive style to score 118 – his eighth century in Tests – with the help of 15 boundaries and three sixes.
Before their phenomenal 195-run partnership at Headingley, Rahul and Pant had also achieved centuries together in a previous partnership at The Oval back in 2018. Pant made history by becoming the first wicketkeeper and the fifth Indian batter to score two hundreds in the same Test match abroad.
He is now the second wicketkeeper-batter to achieve centuries in both innings of a Test match, following Andy Flower in 2001. In a surprising twist, Pant opted for a celebration inspired by British footballer Dele Alli, moving away from his signature handspring.
However, after Rahul and Pant's dismissals, India faced another batting collapse, losing their last six wickets for a mere 31 runs. Josh Tongue played a pivotal role in dismantling India’s lower order, emerging as England’s top bowler with 3-72 in 18 overs, claiming all three wickets in a single over.
The final session kicked off with Rahul and Karun Nair hitting five quick boundaries before Brydon Carse struck, forcing Rahul to chop onto his stumps. Nair soon followed, caught by Chris Woakes after returning a simple catch.
As Tongue continued his impressive spell, India’s innings concluded when Prasidh Krishna was dismissed by Shoaib Bashir, leaving England in high spirits as they geared up for the chase.
Brief scores:
India 471 and 364 in 96 overs (KL Rahul 137, Rishabh Pant 118; Josh Tongue 3-72, Brydon Carse 3-80) lead England 465 by 370 runs
Point of View
I commend India's batting prowess displayed in the first Test. The performances of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant underline the depth of talent in the squad. However, the abrupt collapse of India's lower order raises concerns. It will be intriguing to see how England approaches this chase, and we remain committed to delivering accurate and engaging cricket coverage.
NationPress
23/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was India's total score in the second innings?
India scored a total of 364 runs in their second innings.
Who were the top scorers for India in the 1st Test?
KL Rahul scored 137 runs and Rishabh Pant contributed 118 runs.
What target has India set for England?
India has set a target of 371 runs for England to chase.
How many wickets did Josh Tongue take?
Josh Tongue took 3 wickets for 72 runs in 18 overs.
What records did Rishabh Pant achieve in this match?
Rishabh Pant became the first wicketkeeper and fifth Indian batter to score two hundreds in the same Test match abroad.
