England look to to gain control over West Indies – day three of the first Test
England and the West Indies will resume their tussle for control of the first Test, with the game up for grabs on day three in Antigua.
Craig Overton Sport News
West Indies vs England, 1st Test, Day 2 Report: Nkrumah Bonner, Jason Holder Keep West Indies In Touch With England
An unbroken fifth-wicket partnership of 75 between Nkrumah Bonner and Jason Holder helped West Indies reach the close at 202 for four in reply to England's first innings total of 311 on the second day of the first Test at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Wednesday. Stumbling at 127 for four at tea following a bright opening stand of 83, the tourists' effort in pressing home the advantage was thwarted in the final session as the pair of contrasting right-handers defied all the challenges presented to them on a placid surface.
West Indies frustrate England after clatter of wickets
West Indies' Jason Holder and Nkrumah Bonner dug in to frustrate England on day two of the first Test after Joe Root's side followed a wayward start with the ball with a quick four-wicket burst.
West Indies battle raises more questions over England bowling attack
The limitations of an England attack missing James Anderson and Stuart were partially exposed by the West Indies, who overcame some soft dismissals to keep the first Test in the balance in Antigua.
West Indies battle to prompt more questions over England’s bowling attack
The limitations of an England attack missing James Anderson and Stuart were partially exposed by the West Indies, who overcame some soft dismissals to keep the first Test in the balance.
England in West Indies: Tourists bowlers blunted on attritional second day in Antigua
A mixed showing from England's bowlers allowed West Indies to edge an attritional second day of the first Test in Antigua.
West Indies start brightly after England make 311
Openers Kraigg Brathwaite and John Campbell scored freely as West Indies advanced to 44 without loss at lunch in reply to England's 311 on day two of the first test in North Sound, Antigua on Wednesday.
England vs West Indies live stream: How to watch first Test online and on TV today
England will face West Indies in the first Test in Antigua with Joe Root as captain