NEW DELHI: Jamie Smith etched his title within the file books with an unbeaten 184 — the highest-ever Check rating by an England wicketkeeper — whereas Harry Brook scored a fluent 158, however India nonetheless completed Day 3 of the second Check at Edgbaston firmly in management with a lead of over 200 runs.England have been reeling at 84/5 and nonetheless over 500 runs behind when Smith walked in to affix Brook early within the day, proper after Mohammed Siraj had delivered a double blow, together with handing Ben Stokes the primary golden duck of his Check profession. The pair then mounted a superb fightback, including 303 runs for the sixth wicket earlier than Brook fell within the post-tea session.By the point England have been bowled out for 407, Smith had overtaken Alec Stewart’s earlier file for the best rating by an England wicketkeeper — 173 vs New Zealand in 1997.“Very drained, nevertheless it was good enjoyable to be on the market with Smudge (Jamie Smith)…” Brook stated after stumps.
Siraj (6/70) and Akash Deep (4/88), who changed Jasprit Bumrah for the Check, shared all ten wickets between them, in an innings that included six geese.India, trailing 0-1 within the collection, ended the day at 64/1, with a commanding 244-run lead and two full days left within the match.“India are in entrance on the minute, however three or 4 wickets within the morning and also you by no means know. All the pieces occurs so shortly in cricket. I used to be cramping on my proper facet — wasn’t perfect. The Indian bowlers bowled properly. They attacked from vast of the crease and focused all three stumps. There are many wickets available,” Brook stated.
