Shubman Gill's colossal 269 runs powered India to a commanding 587, setting the stage for a ruthless bowling display that left England reeling at 77-3 after day two of the second Test at Edgbaston.
India choosing to rest their premier strike bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the midst of a vital Test series has left many cricket fans scratching their heads.
Shubman Gill continued his dream start to captaincy with a second consecutive Test century, steering India to 310 for 5 on the opening day of the second Test against England at Edgbaston.
Ben Duckett scored 149 to lead England to a five-wicket victory in the first Test against India at Headingley as the hosts chased down a 371-run target in the final session on the fifth day.
KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant piled on the runs for India at Leeds, leaving England 350 runs to chase on the final day of the opening Test.
India lead England by 96 runs at the close of play on Sunday on a shortened Day three, due to rain at Headingley.