IND vs ENG: Team India All Out in Just 28 Minutes and 18 Balls on Day 2 of Oval Test

In a dramatic turn of events at the Oval Test, Team India collapsed in just 28 minutes, losing their last 4 wickets in only 18 balls on Day 2. After finishing Day 1 at 204/6, India’s hopes of posting a total near 300 runs were crushed by England’s pace duo Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue, who tore through the lower order with ruthless efficiency.

What Happened on Day 2?

Team India resumed their first innings with Karun Nair and Washington Sundar at the crease, but the resistance barely lasted. Karun Nair, who had shown promise with a gritty 57 on Day 1, added just 5 more runs before being trapped LBW by Josh Tongue. That triggered a rapid collapse.

From there, Gus Atkinson took over, delivering a fiery spell that dismantled the remaining batting lineup. He dismissed Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna in quick succession, as India folded for just 224 runs in the first innings.

Couldn’t Even Last Half an Hour

Shockingly, India lasted less than 30 minutes on Day 2, adding only 20 runs to their overnight total. The batting collapse raised serious questions about the lower order’s temperament and technique, especially on helpful bowling conditions like the ones at The Oval.

Missed Opportunities Across the Lineup

Despite a few promising starts, India’s top and middle order failed to convert:

• KL Rahul scored 14 runs off 40 balls before falling cheaply.

• Captain Shubman Gill looked comfortable but was run out for 21 off 34 balls.

• Sai Sudharsan showed patience but managed just 38 off 108 deliveries.

• Dhruv Jurel and Washington Sundar got set but couldn’t capitalize.

• The final three batters — Akash Deep, Siraj, and Krishna — all failed to open their account.

A Big Setback for Team India

On a pitch where at least 300 runs were expected, India’s total of 224 puts them on the back foot. While the surface had some green patches and offered assistance to fast bowlers, several Indian batsmen gave away their wickets after settling in, which has now put pressure back on the team heading into England’s first innings.