India claim big lead in first England Test
India's Ravindra Jadeja bats on Day three of the first Test against England. Photo: Reuters
India made 436 all out in reply to England's first-innings total of 246, claiming a lead of 190 on day three of the opening Test at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Saturday.
Ravindra Jadeja (87), KL Rahul (86) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (80) scored the bulk of the runs for the hosts.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. Part-time spinner Joe Root was the pick of the England bowlers, claiming 4-79.
Earlier, India resumed the day on 421-7 in response to England's 246.
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