Root hits fifty to lift England in post-lunch session

November 09, 2016 12:58

England 138-3 (43 ovs) vs India | Scorecard

India have Ashwin bowling after the lunch break with a pacer at the other end. A few overs from Shami before he makes way for Yadav as the fast bowlers look for some reverse swing but nothing much for them yet.

Moeen Ali has looked quite comfortable, especially against Ashwin and has got off to a good start.

Meanwhile, Root brings up his half-century from 72 balls with a single on the leg side off Ashwin, in the 43rd over.

Root continues his good record against India, having hit atleast a half-century in all seven Tests he has played against India for an average of over 100.

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