Polished Rahul century has India in charge: 2nd Test, Day 1 (Lords)

Joe Root was left to rue inserting India after winning the toss as the tourists tamed the English attack.

KL Rahul was the star with a polished 127 not out. He was involved in an opening stand of 126 with Rohit Sharma (83).

Virat Kohli (42) added a third-wicket partnership of 117 with Rahul as India ended on 276-3 to take complete control of the match.

India 276 for 3 (Rahul 127*, Rohit 83, Anderson 2-52) vs England.

Aug 2021.