🏏 Morning Session: England Press On, India Drop Chances
England resumed at 209/3, trailing by ~262. Harry Brook took charge, racing to 57 off 77 before lunch, helping England add 118 runs in 28 overs, moving to 327/5 by stumps .
India squandered five catching opportunities, letting Brook thrive before he was dropped on 46 and again on 82 . Eventually, Prasidh Krishna (caught Brook for 99) ended his knock shy of a ton, after that late drop .
🎯 Bumrah's Masterclass & Tail Drama
Jasprit Bumrah grabbed a remarkable 5/83, becoming the joint lead for most Indian away Test fifers—matching Kapil Dev—now totaling 12.
Mohammed Siraj (2 wickets) and Krishna (3 wickets) also fought hard. England’s lower order pushed boundaries—Woakes and debutant Carse stitched a brisk 55-run stand before tailing off.
🎆 Fielding Highlight: Jadeja & Sudharsan Combine
In the 80th over, a stunning relay catch from Ravindra Jadeja to Sai Sudharsan dismissed Jamie Smith (40), a sparkling moment for India’s athleticism.
⚔️ On-Field Tension: Siraj vs Brook & Pant's Frustration
Siraj and Brook engaged in a brief heated exchange mid-over after Brook smashed consecutive boundaries. Siraj’s stare and stern words sparked tension, but it passed without incident.
Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant lost his cool after umpires refused a ball change, angrily throwing the ball in frustration. This could attract ICC disciplinary attention .
🌧️ Evening & India’s Second Innings
England were bowled out for 465, leaving India with a narrow first-innings lead of 6 runs .
In reply, India ended the day on 90/2, leading by 96 runs. KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 47, partnering with captain Shubman Gill (4*) .
Rain halted play early, giving Headingley a dramatic finish and setting up a tantalizing Day 4.
📌 Quick Stats & Drama Highlights
| Highlight | Summary |
|---|---|
| 🌟 Brook | 99 runs & dropped several times |
| 🌟 Bumrah | 5 wkt haul abroad, joins Kapil Dev |
| 🥏 Fielding | Jadeja→Sudharsan relay caught Smith |
| 🔥 Heat | Siraj vs Brook stare-down |
| 📦 Pant Drama | Threw ball over refusal for change |
What’s Next?
India start Day 4 on top with slim advantage, aiming to build the lead. England will seek early strikes to shift momentum. Weather and pitch conditions (turning surface) may shape tactics.
Watch for Bumrah’s early spell, Rahul’s innings, and more fiery exchanges!
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