England offered a premature handshake to end a Test match draw, frustrating Indian batsmen on the verge of centuries. India refused, leading to criticism of England’s sportsmanship from Ashwin, Gavaskar, Haddin, and others. India’s decision to let the batsmen reach their milestones received widespread support.
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Joe Root’s 150 propelled England to a strong position on Day 2 against India. England’s openers built a solid 166-run stand, and Stokes’ return bolstered the batting. India, all out for 358, struggled with their bowling, allowing England to gain a significant lead.
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England edged out India by 22 runs in a dramatic Lord’s Test, taking a 2–1 series lead. Ravindra Jadeja’s fighting 61 wasn’t enough as Ben Stokes and Shoaib Bashir sealed the tense win on Day 5, capping a fiery, hard-fought contest.
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