Day 3 at The Oval saw India firmly in control against England, reaching a commanding 189/3 at lunch. A surprising 66 from Akash Deep and an unbeaten 85 from Yashasvi Jaiswal fueled India’s impressive morning session.

However, the session wasn’t without its drama. Tensions flared as a fiery exchange erupted between Jaiswal and England’s Crawley and Pope. The English batsmen appeared frustrated by what they perceived as time-wasting tactics from the Indian youngster.

With a lead already exceeding 100 runs and a pitch offering little assistance to the bowlers, India is perfectly positioned to capitalize on England’s apparent bowling woes. The stage is set for an exciting afternoon session, and the question remains: Can England stem the tide?