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2nd Test: Duckett, Pope, Brook extend England’s lead over West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook each scored half centuries to propel England to a commanding position of 248-3, establishing a lead of 207 runs over West Indies on day three of the second Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday.Duckett contributed 76 runs, Pope added 51, and Brook remained unbeaten on 71 as England mounted a strong comeback after West Indies secured a first-innings lead of 41, largely due to an entertaining 71-run last-wicket stand between Joshua Da Silva and Shamar Joseph.England suffered an early setback when opener Zak Crawley was dismissed for three, unfortunately run out at the non-striker's end after Duckett's drive was deflected onto the stumps by bowler Jayden Seales' hand.Duckett's innings featured 11 boundaries before he fell lbw to Alzarri Joseph...

2nd Test: Ton-up Ollie Pope leads England to 416 all out against West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ollie Pope capitalized on his good fortune, scoring 121 runs to propel England to a formidable 416 all out on the opening day of the second Test against West Indies at Trent Bridge on Thursday.Despite being dropped twice, on 46 and 54, Pope crafted his sixth Test century, building upon Ben Duckett's scintillating 71 in the morning session, as the hosts established a commanding position.England, having been put in to bat, suffered an early setback when Zak Crawley was caught at slip by Alick Athanaze off Alzarri Joseph on the third delivery of the match.However, Duckett responded emphatically, striking four consecutive boundaries to kickstart his innings and raced to his half-century off just 32 balls.Duckett appeared to be on track for his fourth Test century, but his innings...

Mark Wood replaces retired Anderson in England squad for second Windies Test | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Fast bowler Mark Wood has been selected to replace James Anderson in England's squad for the upcoming second Test against West Indies, which will take place at Trent Bridge next week, as announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Saturday.Anderson, aged 41, retired on Friday after completing his 188th Test match, having claimed 704 wickets throughout his impressive 21-year career, placing him as the third-highest wicket taker in the format, reported Reuters. England secured a comprehensive victory over West Indies by an innings and 114 runs at Lord's.Wood, who is 34 years old, has represented England in 34 Tests, taking 108 wickets in the process. His most recent Test appearance was against India in March.The second Test is set to commence on Thursday, and the ...