IND Vs ENG, 2nd Test: India 156/6 At Lunch, Extend Lead To 351 Runs - Report

At the break, Virat Kohli (38) and Ravichandran Ashwin (34) were holding the fort for the home side in Chennai

15 February 2021

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India were 156 for 6 in their second innings at lunch on the third day of the second cricket Test against England in Chennai on Monday.

Virat Kohli's men have stretched their lead to 351 runs despite a less than impressive second essay.

At the break, Kohli (38) and senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (34) were holding fort for the home side.

For the visitors, Jack Leach and Moeen Ali have registered figures of 3/63 and 2/46 respectively.

Wicketkeeper Ben Foakes continued with his outstanding work, effecting two impressive stumpings.

Brief Scores:

England 1st Innings: 134 all out

India: 329 and 156 for 6 in 48 overs (Rohit Sharma 26, Virat Kohli 38 batting; Jack Leach 3/63).

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IND Vs ENG, 2nd Test: India 156/6 At Lunch, Extend Lead To 351 Runs - Report