England took control on Day 2 of the fourth Test, with Michael Vaughan urging India to match Virat Kohli’s intensity on Day 3, which he considers series-defining. Trailing by 133 runs, England’s strong opening partnership set the stage for a gripping showdown.
As Day 2 concluded, England stood at 225/2, behind India’s 358. Openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett showcased a formidable 166-run performance before falling short of centuries. Debutant Anshul Kamboj marked his debut with a wicket.
Vaughan emphasized the pivotal nature of Day 3, highlighting its potential to determine the series outcome. He stressed the need for India to approach the day with a winning mentality similar to that of Virat Kohli. A victory would keep the series alive, but a loss could seal England’s triumph.
Dinesh Karthik echoed Vaughan’s sentiments, emphasizing the significance of Day 3 as a crucial turning point in the series. India’s bowlers will be under scrutiny as they seek to exhibit the resilience and tenacity synonymous with the Kohli era, aiming to keep their hopes alive in the series.
