England captain Joe Root showcased his class with a remarkable century, guiding his team out of a precarious situation and putting them in a strong position at the end of the first day in Ranchi.
Facing a challenging pitch after winning the toss, England found themselves struggling at 112/5 in the first session. However, Root’s resilient batting, combined with valuable partnerships, notably with Ben Foakes (47), helped England fight back strongly.
Root’s classical approach and defensive game allowed England to navigate through difficult periods, leading by example with his first half-century of the series. Foakes proved to be an able partner, as both batsmen showed patience and restraint against the Indian bowling attack.
Debutant pacer Akash Deep rattled England’s top order with a dramatic collapse, but contributions from Zak Crawley and Jonny Bairstow, along with Root’s century, propelled England past the 300-run mark by the end of the day.
Despite facing challenges from the Indian bowlers and a pitch offering assistance, Root’s masterclass innings ensured England finished the day on a positive note, reaching 302/7.
Brief Summary: England captain Joe Root’s century rescued his team from a precarious position on the first day of the Test match in Ranchi. Root’s classical batting, along with valuable partnerships, guided England to a total of 302/7 against India.
