ENG vs IND: Ben Stokes dismisses Yashasvi Jaiswal moments after intense war of words
That bite was on display earlier in the day when Jaiswal and Stokes exchanged words in the 17th over of the innings. After conceding five runs — including a commanding boundary — Stokes stared down the young Indian, who didn't back away from the confrontation. The two engaged in a brief but intense verbal duel, adding spice to an already charged atmosphere.Some heated JAISBALL BAZBALL on display! #ENGvIND 2nd Test, Day 1 | LIVE NOW on JioHotstar https://t.co/g6BryBoy3Y pic.twitter.com/ZJWy1ir2ih— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) July 2, 2025advertisementJaiswal, fresh from a century at Headingley, looked in ominous touch once again. Intent on making up for a poor outing in the field — including a dropped sitter of Ben Duckett on 97 that proved costly — the 22-year-old took the attack to England's bowlers. His aggressive approach left Josh Tongue, the pick of England's bowlers in the first Test, reeling as he leaked 42 runs in his first six overs.India vs England, 1st Test Day 1: Live UpdatesBut just when Jaiswal seemed set for another big knock, it was Stokes who had the final say — a captain leading by example, both in fire and in deed.Before the toss, the sight of boundary ropes being brought in noticeably caught the eye at Edgbaston, sparking murmurs about conditions being tailored for run-fests. India, meanwhile, rang in three changes. With pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah rested, Akash Deep was handed a debut. Sai Sudharsan made way for Washington Sundar, while Nitish Kumar Reddy replaced Shardul Thakur.Kuldeep Yadav was once again overlooked, with India opting for a second spinner in the form of batting all-rounder Washington. After failing to take 20 wickets in Leeds, the decision to bolster the batting — rather than address the bowling — raised a few eyebrows.- EndsTune InYou May Also Like
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