India ended Day 1 of the Lord’s Test at 276 for 3 with KL Rahul unbeaten on 127. Rahul featured in an opening stand of 126 with Rohit Sharma (83) as India batted first after losing the toss.
Speaking to ESPN Cricinfo, Harmison credited England’s bowlers for a good all-round effort but conceded that Rahul was too good on the day. He said:
The 42-year-old former England pacer backed Joe Root’s decision to bowl first, pointing out that it was the correct decision at the time (during the toss) since the conditions were overcast. He opined:
From England’s point of view, hope Jimmy Anderson doesn’t break down: VVS Laxman
England legend Jimmy Anderson bowled 20 overs on the opening day of the Lord’s Test. The 39-year-old was a doubtful starter for the match due to fitness issues ahead of the game.
Former India batter VVS Laxman expressed concern over Anderson’s workload and commented:
While Anderson and Robinson were the wicket-takers for England on Day 1, Sam Curran and Mark Wood went wicketless, having bowled 18 and 16 overs respectively.
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