Rahane's century gives India the upperhand
July 18, 2014  15:14
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India 290-9 (90 ovs) vs Eng | Scorecard

With just one wicket in hand, India would look to their last pair to score some runs and take the total past the 300-run mark to give them a psychological boost.

The wicket is still green and providing a lot of assistance to the pacers and India's bowlers would fancy their chances.

At stumps on Day 1, India finished on a creditable 290 for nine in 90 overs with Shami unbeaten on 14 and Ishant on 12.

A strong comeback from India after a batting collapse in the post lunch session courtesy of Rahane's century and some sensible batting from the tailenders.

Rahane played a sparkling innings of 103, hitting 15 fours and a six in his 154-ball knock, while Bhuvneshwar played another important innings with the bat.

Bhuvneshwar, batting at No. 9, scored 36 runs and was involved in a 90-run partnership for the eighth wicket with Rahane to steer India out of trouble.

Anderson was the top bowler for England on Day 1 as he claimed four for 55 in 22 overs, while Broad took two for 79.
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