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Reflecting on their performance, Stokes emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong mental outlook, stating that matches are often determined by the mindset of the players. He urged his team to channel any disappointment into motivation for the remaining two matches, aiming solely for a series win.

Despite a commendable performance in the first innings, where India secured a 190-run lead through contributions from Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, and Ravindra Jadeja, Ollie Pope's exceptional knock of 196 helped England narrow the deficit and set a target of 231.

England, trailing by 190 runs, set India a target of 231 after scoring 420 in their second innings. Pope played a crucial role, forming crucial partnerships and utilizing the sweep effectively.

The Indian spinners found appreciable turn and grip, while the pacers displayed hints of reverse swing, exploiting these conditions skillfully.

Ben Duckett (38 not out) and Ollie Pope (16 not out) were at the crease as England worked to erase a massive deficit of 190 runs in their second innings.

England's Joe Root proved to be the most successful bowler, claiming 4-79. Rehan Ahmed and debutant Tom Hartley took two wickets each, while Jack Leach secured one scalp.

Despite the lead, there is a sense of slight disappointment in the Indian camp, as none of their established batsmen managed to reach a century.

England captain Ben Stokes, who won accolades for his captaincy, top-scored with an impressive 70 off 88 balls and was the final wicket to fall, bowled by Jasprit Bumrah (28).

In the first Test against India, England won the toss and chose to bat on a surface that provided a fair amount of spin.

Adding to the excitement, England introduced debutant Tom Hartley, a tall left-arm spinner, into the playing XI.