ENG vs WI Nottingham Test Match Day 3: England Builds on Lead
The second Test match between England and West Indies has reached a thrilling stage after the third day’s play. England has built a lead of 207 runs after scoring 248 runs for the loss of three wickets in their second innings.
West Indies’ Comeback Effort Led by Joshua de Silva
On the second day, West Indies staged a comeback to take the lead by 41 runs in the first innings. Their batsmen, led by Joshua de Silva, who scored an unbeaten 82 runs in 122 balls, and Shamar Joseph, who scored 33 runs in 27 balls, put on a partnership of 71 runs for the 10th wicket to help the team reach a total of 457 runs.
England’s Second Innings off to a Good Start
England’s second innings did not get off to a good start, losing their first wicket for just 8 runs. However, the partnership between Ben Duket and Ollie Pope helped the team recover, scoring 119 runs for the second wicket before Duket was dismissed for 76 runs. England had lost three wickets for 140 runs before the day’s play came to a close.
All Eyes on Joe Root and Harry Brook
Joe Root and Harry Brook are expected to continue their innings and add to England’s lead. Brook, who was unbeaten on 71 runs in 78 balls, and Root, who scored 37 runs in 67 balls, will look to extend their partnership and put pressure on the West Indies bowlers.
