India take control of the one-off Test at Lord’s on day two after bowling England out for 170 in their first innings. England resume on 21-1 in reply to India’s first-innings total of 285 and collapse to be dismissed for 170, leaving India with a first-innings lead of 115. On a hot day with improved batting conditions, India continue their innings and finish day two on 154 without loss, after making steady progress from early wickets. With India on 154-1 at the close reported by one outlet and leading by 269 into day three reported by others, the match is set for a decisive period early on day three. England’s position is increasingly difficult as they face the prospect of having to bat again under pressure for a chase. The reports agree that India’s control comes from England’s all-out first-innings score and India’s progress during the remainder of day two.