Controversial DRS Review Overshadows Day 3 of Birmingham Test

Controversy Strikes During Jaiswal's Dismissal

On the third day of the Test match in Birmingham, a contentious decision regarding a DRS review by young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal stirred up tensions. This incident occurred during India's second innings when Jaiswal sought a review for an LBW decision. However, it was claimed that he made the request after the allowed 15 seconds had elapsed. Nevertheless, the on-field umpire, Sharfuddoullah, accepted the appeal.

In response, England's captain Ben Stokes confronted the umpire, leading to a heated exchange. The situation escalated to the point where Jaiswal's opening partner, KL Rahul, had to step in to defuse the conflict.

The English crowd reacted vocally, booing Jaiswal amid the unfolding drama. Ultimately, the review confirmed that the ball was hitting the leg stumps, resulting in Jaiswal's dismissal after he scored 28 runs off 25 balls.

India Maintains Strong Position After Day 3

Josh Tongue made an early impact in India's second innings by dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal leg-before. Bowling from around the wicket, Tongue delivered a length ball that angled in late, catching Jaiswal off guard as he attempted to flick it away, resulting in a hit on the front pad.

As Day 3 concluded, India stood at 64/1, extending their overall lead to 244 runs. KL Rahul (28*) and Karun Nair (7*) remained at the crease following Jaiswal's early exit. Notably, Jaiswal had previously scored a commendable 87 in the first innings but was unable to replicate that success in the second.

India had posted an impressive total of 587 in their first innings, bolstered by Shubman Gill's remarkable 269 and Jadeja's 89. England's response was 407, highlighted by Harry Brook's 158 and debutant Jamie Smith's unbeaten 184. However, Mohammed Siraj (6/70) and Akash Deep (4/88) played crucial roles in securing a 180-run lead for India.

Despite some initial resistance from England, their collapse from 387/5 to being all out for 407 shifted the momentum significantly. With two full days remaining and a substantial lead, India appears poised to take control of the match.

Match Summary

Brief Scores:

India 587 & 64/1 lead England 407 by 244 runs.