England got off to a fiery start after dismissing India for 224, with their openers attacking the bowlers from the start. Indian pacers struggled early on, but Akash Deep managed to break the partnership by removing Ben Duckett for 43, who fell while trying an audacious reverse scoop.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Michael Atherton was critical of Akash Deep’s gesture towards Ben Duckett after dismissing him. Atherton said he would have personally disliked such an approach from a bowler. He added that physical interactions should be addressed by match officials.
"It's a serious point, actually. As I said, it seemed good-natured, and I like to give cricketers maximum leeway on the field because it is an emotional, passionate game. I like to see them getting stuck in."
"If Athers had put his hand around me getting me out, I would've said 'Get out of the way!'" ?Ravi Shastri and Michael Atherton share their thoughts on the incident between Ben Duckett and Akash Deep ? pic.twitter.com/UyQzCX6uJL
— Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) August 2, 2025Match Referee Would Be Forced to Take Action on Akash Deep - Ravi Shastri
"No, no physical contact, because of what it can lead to. I mean, Duckett at that moment might have been thinking something else," Shastri said.
Fifth Test Between India and England Evenly Poised After Two Days
On Day 2, the Indian team collapsed early in the morning session. They added just 20 more runs before being bowled out for 224. Karun Nair top-scored with 57, while Sai Sudharsan chipped in with 38 on Day 1. Gus Atkinson was the pick of the bowlers for England, finishing with a five-wicket haul.
India began their second innings with more intent. KL Rahul and Sudharsan perished early, but Yashasvi Jaiswal counterattacked with an unbeaten 51 off 49 balls. India closed the day at 75/2, holding a 52-run lead heading into Day 3. Akash Deep remained unbeaten alongside Jaiswal at stumps.
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